Originally contributed to New Orleans Living MagazineMost importantly, my quiet little boy got a chance to cut loose and be the center of attention. He was happy. As for me, I was reminded that I can give my second child, the one who doesn’t ask for much, a great...
Contributed to New Orleans Mom. Most of my day, even if I’m wearing a smile, I’m fighting an internal battle. Inside my mind, I am berating the clothes I’m wearing, wondering if my double chin is showing and thinking about my weight. I’m assessing if there are...
Contributed to New Orleans Mom Then I turned my head, just so I wouldn’t see the truth, and I saw Dave’s face. He, too, was watching the screen. He, too, was in pain. His hand was still in mine, so I squeezed it tightly to remind him I was there. Together we got...
Contributed to New Orleans Living Magazine We all enjoyed the travel time feeling more social than obligatory, and the vacation felt longer as a result. However the delays soured the experience. All in all, it might not be our primary form of travel but we are happy...
Contributed to New Orleans Mom and featured on NOLA.com Back then, they called it “The Storm” (and some still do, although the moniker lost power after Gustav). There were blue tarps on most roofs. There were large piles of debris that had not yet been cleared. The...
Contributed to New Orleans Mom Here is what my experience taught me. Trust your instincts. If you believe something is wrong, find someone qualified to help you. Be a partner in your treatment. Be able to trust your doctor’s advice. Discuss side effects, discuss...