At this point, I think it's no secret that my husband and I have hopped on the "one and done" train. We are happy with our family size and, honestly, it just works for us.
This year my son started...
It’s That Time of Year Again
Front yards are decorated with spider webs and ghost parties. Pumpkin spice is in the air. It’s officially… time to start thinking about next school year.
We all know that New Orleans is a unique...
Way back when I was a new mom, I would have vehemently shunned the idea of a joint birthday party for my precious firstborn. His first birthday party was a Pinterest inspired blow out. Birthdays were always special when...
Just when I think I am suffering from a degree of "random website Facebook sharing exhaustion" that makes me want a break from social media, I see something so moving that I couldn't help but perpetuate the sharing. I...
The first quarter of school always flies by. It takes a solid two weeks for kids to shake off the summer just in time for Labor Day holiday. New teachers, new classmates, fall sports, school fairs, and BAM! It...
Kids Konnection Playground: A Beautiful Playground for Kids of Diverse Abilities on the Northshore
Have you been to Kids Konnection playground on the Northshore yet? This is a "must do" outing with young kids in New Orleans. For starters, the...
If you're anything like me, you belong to a number of group chats. In 2023, this is just another part of being a parent. My GroupMe includes chats for one kid's track team, and another kid's soccer team, a...
There are NO Surprises
The other day, my neighbor was driving through the city when he observed an altercation between a man and three fast-food-chain employees (chain to remain anonymous). It was pretty bad, so he dialed 911. While on...
My kids are seven, almost eight. And sometimes, I suspect I've already completely ruined them.
I remember when they were toddlers and would gobble up anything they'd put on the tray in front of them. I smugly assumed I had...
It is a Tuesday evening, and I am seated in an auditorium surrounded by women I admire from afar for their absolute commitment and dedication to our community. All around me are ladies who generously share their time and talents with the members of...
Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by the Louisiana Children's Museum. That stated, we love being able to share all of the fun museum events with you! Make sure you scroll to the bottom to enter for a chance to win tickets...
With raising three girls, my mom has experienced her fair share of girl drama. Whether it was between the three of us or with friends, there was plenty of it. It basically comes with the girl territory. At some...
Disclosure :: Metairie Park Country Day School sponsored this post.
Are Students Learning in December?
With the annual rush from Thanksgiving to the Holidays Break, encompassing Christmas, Hanukkah and the start of Kwanzaa, you may be right to wonder, “Is there any real...
Indoor Rock Climbing :: Why Your Kids Should Give It a Try
How much does the average Louisiana resident know about climbing, as in rock climbing? Considering that our state is pretty flat, it is fair that we might not...