When it came time to find a new place to live after my divorce, I was so anxious to find the right home. While looking at a new house, out the front door of the very immediate next door...
I recently went on a girls' trip to Orlando to celebrate a friend turning the big 3-0. With everything going on in the world, I was a little reluctant. However, my plans fell perfectly into place last minute, and...
My college roommate, Christy, recently flew in from New York to spend a few days with us here in New Orleans. We have always bonded over our love of good food, traveling, and our enthusiasm for the Georgia Bulldogs....
Silver Lining
I am the first person to paint the world silver, putting a positive spin on anything bad or uncomfortable that happens in my life. People say "That's so you, always with a smile!" and I flash my teeth...
It is well known that mommin’ ain’t easy. And juggling the responsibilities of motherhood and the demands of the workplace can drive even the strongest career woman to the brink of insanity. But, as I've said before, working moms...
Friendships are hard as you become an adult ... at least, they are for me.
For some of us, making friends is hard from the very beginning. I remember back to fourth grade specifically where I had three best friends....
My 10-month-old son has been attending We Play Center Virtual Dance Parties since he was 3 months old. Virtual Dance Parties are 15-minute daily Zoom meetings hosted by a We Play Center facilitator for young children to dance and...
The Big Kid Sleepover
My son recently turned 11. Birthday parties aren't as cool as they used to be, though video games are very "in." Sleepovers are the best thing ever, but how many boys can I have sleep at...
Let’s give a shout out to my childless friends, this goes out to both empty-nesters and the currently childless. Mom friends are core and essential to my world, as my children are core and essential to my world. Early...
Holidays are supposed to bring happiness, joy, and peace, right? If anything can test a relationship with your spouse, it’s decorating the Christmas tree. Growing up, my dad didn’t have much input with holiday décor or plans. Many times,...
Making Career Decisions Around Life Seasons :: How to Reenter the Workforce
I am 39 years old and several years "behind" in my career. I say this because had I worked straight through, in the trajectory I was on, I...
It started off as a group text to schedule coffee between four moms for the first time. Then we shared how our day was going. Where we were frustrated. How life was giving us wins that week. The connection...
What is Friendsgiving?
Friendsgiving is generally hosting a Thanksgiving meal among friends a week before the actual holiday. I've been doing Friendsgiving for a few years now, and I can officially attest that every person needs to experience a Friendsgiving at...
I have been very fortunate to raise my kids in a village. My boys are often surrounded by a gaggle of toddlers and chaos. It’s so much fun to watch them play with children their age, but there are...