Nicole Deano
Nicole is married, mommy of 3 (Emily, Talia, Gavin.) She’s a lifetime resident of Chalmette, with a brief 3 years in New Iberia following Hurricane Katrina. She is a realtor with 1 Percent Lists. She is also a 10-year breast cancer survivor. She is Disney obsessed and was a Disney Bride. She is trying to stay sane with juggling her busy life.
There’s Nothing Better than a Southern Hairdresser
There are very few people who have been in my life as long as my hairdresser.
She's been my go-to for all things hair for nearly 2 decades. I'm reminded of our lengthy relationship every...
I Fell Asleep In Carline :: Confessions Of An Exhausted Mother
No one said being a mom was easy.
I work full time, and I had just come off of a 50+ hour work week. Naturally my day off was spent doing mom stuff and not...
The Independent Woman :: What I Want My Daughters to Know Before Marriage
The Independent Woman :: What I Want My Daughters to Know Before Marriage
As the Barbie movie stresses, little girls can be whatever they want to be when they grow up and also take on...
All Things Peeps :: DIY Craft, Martini, and Dip
Hey! "Peep" this...
Does your family love that fluffy, marshmallowy, yummy, squishy, Peeps this time of year like mine does? Is your Easter not quite complete without that sweet, soft treat? If so, here are...
Learning to Apply Makeup – The Perfect Party for Your Pre-Teen/Teen
When my daughter's birthday was quickly approaching a few months ago, I found myself conflicted about how to celebrate it.
She wasn't a "little girl" anymore, but also not quite a "big girl' either. Intrigued...
Let Me Tell You About Karen – An Adoption Story
November is not only National Adoption Month, but also Family Caregivers Month. This is recognition of one woman who should be celebrated this month for both.
Very rarely do you meet extraordinary people. Let me...
To the Widowed Mother Keeping It Together This Father’s Day
Dear widowed mother, I see you.
I see your pain and the smiles you use to cover it. I see the comfort you find in others to soften your heartaches, and I see the overpouring...
Our Parish Mourns For Arabi :: How You Can Help Those Affected by the...
The sun is bright this morning.
The wind has a slight chill. From my kitchen window, it appears to be an ordinarily beautiful day. However, my small community is not facing a beautiful day at...
Five Useful & Fun Easter Basket Ideas Courtesy of shopDisney
Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by shopDisney. That said, we figured you, like us, may be interested in checking Easter basket shopping off of your list with some quality, on theme items.
Five Useful...
GALentine’s Day: Love Your Gal Pals
Why does Valentine’s Day get so easily overlooked?
Is it because it usually falls around a busy Mardi Gras season? Are we just too occupied with planning parade routes, getting fitted for ball gowns, decorating...
Dear Santa: Please, No More Toys This Year
Dear Santa,
I'm typing this while I joyfully listen to Christmas music playing through the Echo Dot you so kindly brought our family last year. I've also already watched my first Christmas Rom-Com, bought wrapping...
Forgiveness Isn’t Failure
Forgiveness is tricky.
Forgiveness isn't about excusing someone's behavior. It isn't allowing someone to get away with a wrong they have done. It isn't an easy religious belief that comes with being a Christian. Forgiveness...
Breathe, Mama :: Embracing the New School Year
Where did summer go?
How are we here already? And how did everything go downhill so quickly? I feel like referencing Olivia Rodrigo’s new song “Déjà vu,” but it might be too cliché. Take out...
Stop Being so Quick To Call a Child “Bully” or a “Mean Girl”
I was recently faced with a dilemma.
My 7-year-old daughter ran to me crying, exclaiming her friend “spit in her face." I probably had the same expression on my face that most of you have...