***Final salute held in San Diego for LT Allison Oubre from Slidell, LA and the other crew members who were on board the “Indian 617” – here ***Louisiana State Senate hosts Military Family Day to honor Louisiana’s Fallen Heroes – here ***2,000 Armored Security Vehicle rolls out in Slidell today –

I apologize for using my blog to pimp my business. But hey – a girl has to make a buck! Now that you are all settled down from Gustav, time to get organized. I personally know 2 of the best (& least expensive) Professional Organizers in town (hint hint). That would be…yours truly, and my …

Update Memorial Day afternoon: Me & the kiddos (our veteran is playing golf), attended the Memorial Day Ceremony in Slidell. It was a small ceremony but meaningful. It included the laying of the wreath, TAPS, a 21 gun salute, a short speech by Congressmen Scalise and an amazing speech by Commander Lt. Cmdr. Darin A. …

…your 7 year old (Princess Whinalot) gets beamed in the head with a throw! I won’t get all negative about it (I am The Princess of Positive), but common sense tells you – a desk calendar thrown from a 2 story float will undoubtedly contribute to some girl drama and tears. Eh…she got over it …

Hello Mr. Davis, Let me introduce myself. My name is Greta Perry and my family chose to settle in Mandeville after my husband’s retirement from the military. We don’t have any family here, but took it as an opportunity. We are thrilled with our new home and are quickly growing roots. I have been a …

* is it Thursday already? barnacles – where did the week go? * tomorrow is my neighborhood block party-yeeha (no designated driver necessary). Many thanks to Abita Beer for donating beer. The money from each beer goes to help fund our new front entrance. I promise (Scout’s Honor) to do my share and drink plenty! …

Funny, I was going to write about Craigslist (Hi Craig – yes, he is a real person-we’ve e-mailed) and up pops the news and….. another Craigslist prostitution arrest – this one, 2 sisters in Slidell, Louisiana. I hate to laugh, but I can’t stop – I am easily amused by stupid people! Yes, these sisters …

I have a folder on my desktop called “cool stuff for blogs.” Usually people send me stuff, but sometimes I surf for fun and find them. I was in Cafe Press, surfing for New Orleans stuff and came across this: And get this…it was designed by someone who calls themselves “The Anti-Northshore Alliance.” Puhleeze! I …

This morning I woke the little monsters up early. Why wake sleeping children – isn’t that breaking every law known to civilization? Well, it is hot here – it is summer in the South dagnabbit. The mommy-van maxed out at 105 by noon. Does that tell you something? I planned a Slidell excursion for today. …

I recently met Milena Merrill in person. If the name doesn’t ring a bell, it should. Milena is the Northshore NOLA.com blog coordinator and master of EVERYTHING she touches, a remarkable woman. She shared her Katrina story with me, and as usual, my chin just dropped. But, her “it is what it is” attitude and …