Since COVID-19 and the subsequent shutdowns threw us all for a loop, most parents have been just doing their best to hold everything together. Each day has become an experiment as we navigate our new routines. And for many of us, that includes attempting to maintain some sense of normalcy…
If you’ve ever attempted to bake your own gluten free pastries, you know it can be quite challenging. Ingredients often don’t react in the same ways they would in typical baking, and good gluten-free baking typically requires a cocktail of special additives that most bakers, even experienced ones, are unfamiliar…
Are you ready for Boo At The Zoo? The long-running annual event, held at the Audubon Zoo, has become a Halloween tradition for Southshore and Northshore families alike. With limited dates and consistently sold out tickets, those lucky enough to go will want to make the most of their night….
Growing up, my mother’s closet was a magical place I was rarely allowed to venture. Sure, it contained her clothes and shoes and other accessories: all the things you expect to find. But beyond that, there was a shelf filled with a seemingly countless selection of toys, books, jewelry, knick-knacks,…
It’s the time of year where everything seems to be stuffed into a few short weeks: Easter, Teacher Appreciation, Mother’s Day, graduations, nurse’s week, year-end performances…events are practically tripping over each other! I am barely keeping up, and I feel pretty confident it’s not just me. Throughout the rest of…
It’s no secret that Slidell has an array of delicious options when it comes to snowball stands. With tropical temperatures 2/3 of the year, a cup of finely shaved ice topped with sweet syrup sounds amazing just about any time, and small business owners have flocked to cash in on…
With our Beach, Please! mom’s night out just weeks away, we have ocean getaways and sassy mermaids on the brain! And what goes better with the beach than a refreshing tropical drink? We’ve compiled a list of our favorite beachy beverages for your pre-gaming pleasure. Enjoy! Mermaid Mimosa This colorful…
Has anyone else come across one or more of the these memes in their social media feeds recently? They are being shared like crazy on mine, by people who are generally kind and compassionate and would never dream of mom-shaming. I’m here to say: stop it. Please, just stop. If…
It’s almost time for one of my favorite holidays: Easter! I just love the colors and flavors of spring, and if we’re being honest with each other, any holiday that involves food is high on my list. Between the deviled eggs and the glazed ham and the asparagus with hollandaise and…
As a parent, I function on 45% instinct, 25% experience, 20% advice, and about 10% flying by the seat of my pants. I am not an expert by any stretch and my kids are only 4 and 6 years old. I’m still in the newlywed phase of parenting! Please understand…