When I was a kid, I remember the excitement of summer. Week after week of free time; the possibilities were endless! As an adult, I still feel that way, especially since I'm a teacher which means I have a...
We are excited to be participating today in the National Booking Across America project as Louisiana's representative blog. In an effort to showcase regional books, blogs in each state are highlighting a book unique to their culture/state. If you...
I am enthralled by the show American Pickers. The idea of finding and restoring a precious relic while learning about its history and meaning is fascinating to me. I am even more so intrigued with antiques and learning about...
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How to Plan Your Finances For the New Year Like a SUPERMOM
2019 went by so quickly, it’s time to start thinking about how you want to reach your financial...
I am definitely NOT the financially-inclined partner in my marriage. I am not the bread-winner; I’m not the budgeter; and I’m certainly not the saver. I am a GREAT spender. My husband calls me a “marketer’s dream.” So, when...
It's no secret that I love cooking. Both of my parents were born in the New Orleans area and raised by mothers who loved cooking. I have fond memories of suppers at my grandmother's house on Sundays packed with...
Not too long ago, a friend call me to meet up for a playdate for our kids at the playground. I told her, “Sure, in about an hour or two, after my son finishes his chores.”
When she heard me...
Disclosure: while we were compensated for this post, opinions remain our own (as always). If you are a busy mom looking for ways to make your life easier in the kitchen, you'll be thrilled to learn about Pot-Sized Pasta....
It starts with a post about a new promotion at work. Or a photo of an amazing date night. Or a video of a child reaching a milestone ahead of schedule. Then, the creeping feeling that starts in your...
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I've spent years making these huge, unrealistic resolutions that I would give up on just a few weeks into the New Year. About five years ago, however, I decided to get realistic. My goals are small but have made...
If there is one thing that I love doing with my family, it's camping. My husband and I have been camping since the start of our relationship over 15 years ago. Since having our son, camping has become one of our...
I was ecstatic the day I received THE call from one of my sisters that she was engaged! After the excitement wore off, the wedding details started to emerge. The ceremony was to be held...gasp...outside of Houston! Don't get...
The birth story of my family blog goes something like this:
Conceived by my husband and begun as a chronicle of our time living in Hawaii and Seattle
Used to announce we were pregnant with baby number one (Jack)
Abandoned for a...