January 11, 2025

Wordless Wednesday 9/21 with LINKY

    Before:  Bailey our dachshund during bath time AFTER: The all clean version! She has finally realized that the new baby is a permanent addition to our family and, in the words of the Dog Whisperer, she has accepted him into our pack! Happy WW and thanks for linking here at Nola Mommy!

Lifefactory Glass Bottles| The Healthy Way to Drink H20

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Sometimes it is the simplest of changes that make the biggest impact. By switching from plastic, chemical ridden water bottles you are not only helping the environment but you are also choosing to live healthier. Research indicates that harmful chemicals in plastic can contribute to cancer and other medical conditions. Recently, I had the opportunity […]

September is Hunger Action Month

Here in Louisiana, we have dealt with overwhelming disasters. From hurricanes to oil spills, we have proved to be resilient. But do you realize that there is an everyday disaster that many Americans across the country deal with in silence? It’s not a disaster that makes headlines on the national news and many don’t realize the […]

Louisiana Marinated Crab Claws

Anytime we go to a restaurant that has marinated crab claws on the menu, I can guarantee you that my husband will order them. Of all the ones he has tried, Copeland’s of New Orleans is his favorite. This recipe was listed all over the web as similar to Copeland’s. I made them last weekend and although slightly different […]

Wordless Wednesday 9/13: Fun with Photoshop Actions

Original Image: I cropped it and boosted the levels, brightness, and added a touch of contrast This is one of my new favorite actions! It’s an Instagram Styled Action (Dark 3.03) by sa-cool. I used it on these photos for a past New Orleans themed Wordless Wednesday. This is Dark 3.02 by sa-cool, it’s similar to the […]

Infantino: The Right Angle Tummy Triangle

As a new mom I remember my first son’s pediatrician stressing the importance of him having adequate “Tummy Time.” As a reminder the phrase, “Back to Sleep and Tummy to Play” was ingrained in my head. I tried to set aside time each day for tummy time but he didn’t seem to enjoy it. So […]

Afternoon Tea at the Windsor Court & “Time-Out” Tea for Moms

Recently, I had the opportunity to enjoy the New Orleans tradition of afternoon tea at Le Salon, in the Windsor Court Hotel. It was a delightful experience and a wonderful way to celebrate any occasion or enjoy an afternoon with girlfriends. Even though my mom’s family lineage is majority English, including a King of England […]

Wordless Wednesday 9/27/11

Chef John Besh and Tricia

  Last week, myself and two other bloggers had the unique opportunity to interview New Orleans’s own Chef John Besh! He is a true New Orleanian and made everyone feel truly welcome. I look forward to posting more about Chef Besh and how in coordination with Zatarain’s he’s bringing the flavor of New Orleans across […]