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Jeanne Rougelot

Jeanne Rougelot
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Jeanne is a proud Westbanker and wife, full time working parent, and middle child. She and her insanely handsome husband of 20 years have 2 daughters, aged 15 and 7. Her hobbies include cake decorating, reading, devouring movies, and slowly turning into her mother. When they are not patronizing local restaurants, she and her family enjoy driving around to take in the surroundings of their home, from Lafitte to Folsom, and all points in between. She is a passionate advocate for Ovarian Cancer Awareness.

Cake Tips, Part 1: I Am an Amateur Cake Decorator

When my 14-year-old turned one (in 2009), I decided that for her party I wanted to have one of those fancy new fondant cakes we were all seeing on the Food Network Challenges. Of...

“Our Father” on Netflix … In Case You Thought YOUR Dad Was Bad

If you're looking for a true "crime" documentary that makes you say "WTH" every few minutes, look no further than "Our Father" on Netflix. It's the story of a fertility doctor, Donald Cline, who...

Timeless Advice from My Grandmother When Coping With People or Things You Don’t Like

I don’t like everyone. I’m just not one of those people! I have tried to be one of them in the past. I give people chances, I swallow bad first impressions, pride, and unfortunate mutual...

What Your Favorite Nearby Coffee Shop Choice Says About You

We are lucky enough to live in one of the most significant coffee meccas in the country, but how do we choose where to go? One could argue that your choice is based on...

Girl, Get You Some Jumper Cables

When I drove into the parking spot at the drug store, I saw the older gentleman struggling with his car. I turned off my engine, got out of my vehicle, and made it halfway...

Money Tips for Broke Chicks: Digging Yourself Out of a Financial Rut

During my evacuation from Ida, safely ensconced in a hotel room almost 200 miles from New Orleans, I ran the gamut of emotions. Concern, of course; stress - naturally … but I also felt...

Sticking with My “Starter House”

I remember so clearly when my Paw Paw was helping my husband and me move into our modest 3 bedroom ranch style home on the Westbank, way back in March of 2005. (Yep, THAT...

Why Are Bucs Fans So OBSESSED With Us? ….. or really #Saints&Falcons4ever

OMG. It’s like, junior year of college and there’s a dude sweating you. He makes a big deal to all of his friends about how hot you are, but tries to pretend he’s totally...

PSA about Peppermint Mocha and the PSL

**The following is a reiteration of views expressed by this contributor on New Orleans Mom Instagram story earlier this week and does not necessarily reflect the views of New Orleans Mom. Apologies in advance...

I Almost Drowned as a Kid :: How that Affects Me as a Parent

Growing up, my sister and I were always very strong swimmers. We are 22 months apart, so we took the same swimming lessons, went to “stay away” summer camps, and frequently swam at friends...

Calendar Alert: Delicious Destinations That Require Planning!

We live in a food paradise; we all know this. We’re all #blessed to belong to a place where the neighborhood greasy spoon, food truck, or even ya’ mama n’em’s kitchen boasts cuisine set...

Dollar Store Do’s and Dollar store Don’ts!

First of all, let’s get this out of the way. I love the Dollar Store, YOU love the Dollar Store, we are all obsessed with low quality and low price items and feel the...

Think Twice Before You Post that Fake Pregnancy Announcement on April Fool’s Day

It’s not a good joke. Never has been, never will be. Reason #1: Do I have to say this? Look at your friends list. If you have 500 female friends, odds are good that at...
side parts and skinny jeans

To the Side Part Sisters and Skinny Jean Queens…

First of all, let’s get this out of the way: I’m not a fan of skinny jeans, and I never have been. That being said, I understand the appeal of them for a certain...