What was once a lovely mid-century modern table adorned with a fresh floral arrangement and pre-set with our fine china is now the battle ground of the war being waged at my house. It is ripe with the scars of a weekend's...
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My son was baptized when he was 8 weeks old, and he hasn't been back to church since.
He has, however, starting saying prayers, and we've been actively reading The Jesus Storybook Bible since he was a year old.
I am...
My husband's parents recently moved to Florida, which means we have no family in town. Which means when we are exhausted and craving a break on the weekends, we rarely get it. But not long ago, his parents were...
This past Saturday, the New Orleans Moms Blog hosted its 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt. It was a huge success and fun was had by all in attendance. In addition to all the delicious goodies for the kiddos, there were...
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Disney on Ice is bringing an all new show called "Let's Celebrate" to New Orleans! Nine performances will...
Parents of young children across the world have one thing in common. It does not discriminate, and it strikes children of all ages. It makes parents watch the clock in fear, cover their eyes and ears and cringe. Whining,...
One year ago this past Wednesday, I had a successful VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean). Goodness, that stills feels euphoric to say. I wrote about it three days later while the feelings were fresh. To relive my experience makes me...
When I found out we were moving to New Orleans, I’m not going to sugar coat it. I freaked out. A lot.
“You’re going to LOVE New Orleans” said nearly everyone, to which I responded “have y’all been there?!” Seriously,...
The world today is changing rapidly due to the constant advancements in technology. Our children are now being raised in the digital age. Many would say technology has brought positive results in improving communication and has helped bring us together by...
We will only have one biological child, and I was happy to share it for #moms4moms day. I am here to tell you why I am more than okay with that.
Once upon a time, when Scott and I were...
While I do my best to feed my children healthily, I do not consider many things "off limits." For instance, at home, my children drink water, but on the rare occasion that we go out to dinner, I allow...
There was a time in my life where I thought having dogs was a great idea. We have two small dogs, and they were our world. Peanut was mine, from way before I ever knew my husband, and Winnie...
Things usually get easier the more they occur. However, scheduling my youngest son for surgery for the third time is just as hard as the first. My oldest son has had a procedure done as well, so you would...