I Don’t Feel Like the Other Catholic Moms
Lafayette is a very Catholic-heavy population. As a devout Catholic, I am thankful for this! We have a great Parish where our family is thriving. You can throw a rock and hit...
6 Things About Growing Children That Nobody Talks About
It happens to everyone, right? Our kids grow up. I thought I mostly knew what to expect since I am the oldest in a very large but tight-knit family. I've watched...
Appreciate Your Child's Teacher For "Craft Time" Creativity!
I have been a parent volunteer for the past two years at my daughter's school, beginning with Pre-K and now in her kindergarten year. Over these two years, I have observed and...
So My Kids Think They're British :: "The Peppa Effect"
We all pick up colloquialisms from somewhere or someone. I met one of my best friends when we both lived in Baton Rouge. She was from Abbeville and when she...
Separating Fact From Fiction :: Debunking Mammogram Myths
Let's discuss the dreaded mammogram! We’ve all heard the horror stories associated with getting a mammogram, I know I sure have. I’ve been terrified and dreading the experience for some time now....
The Art of Meal Prep
We've all been there. You're exhausted after a long day of work and have NO capacity to even THINK about what’s for dinner, much less have the energy to cook a meal for your entire...
Spotlight On Charity :: Belly Buddies
In elementary and middle school, our classes always had some community service project for the semester. Looking back, I am so thankful that I was able to learn the value of serving our community...
Subtracting To Simplify Your Life
I have not even begun to make resolutions for the year 2024 yet. I truly need to simplify my life as opposed to making resolutions that probably won't be kept. Instead, here's why simplifying my...
In My "Listening Mom" Era
My oldest child is not yet a teenager, and my youngest is no longer a toddler. There are no crying babies who cannot tell me what is wrong as I cycle through every soothing method...
The Meaning Of Easter :: Teaching Kids About The Death And Resurrection
The first time I ever remember talking with any of my children about Jesus’ crucifixion was in 2020 during the shutdown. We were in the car, driving near...