This story is from 2019 and it still sticks with m This story is from 2019 and it still sticks with me.

We were at the pool and one of my boys came up and told me a kid had called me the fat mom. We all just sat there for a second, looking at each other. I asked him what he thought.

He said, “I told him to shut up. Most days you look like a princess.”

My boys were ready to defend me. They just knew it wasn’t a nice thing to say.

I struggled with how to respond. I want them to know words can hurt. I also want them to know they hold the only opinion that matters about their own bodies.

So I told them, “Mommy isn’t skinny. But that doesn’t matter. I love wearing a bathing suit and swimming with you, and I am never going to let someone else’s opinion stop me from doing that.”
If I had cried, or asked them if they thought I was fat, or left the pool, I would have taught them that someone else’s opinion had power over me.

That is not the lesson I want them to carry.

People need to see all bodies in swimsuits. When we hide, we send the message that our bodies don’t belong in the same spaces as everyone else’s. That is wrong.

Wear your swimsuit. Take up space. Show your kids that all bodies belong, including yours.

If I am fat, I am fat. That is part of who I am. It is not who I am.
I used to feel like I was “on” the entire time I w I used to feel like I was “on” the entire time I was on vacation.

Always looking for the shot. Always thinking about what I could post later. It started to take away from actually being there.

So I changed how I do it.
Before I go, I make a simple shot list. Not a schedule, just a few categories of content I know I want to come home with.

For this trip my list looked like:
-A water park post
-Favorite bites while we were there
-What I wore to the beach recap
-An aesthetic recap of -the whole trip
-Swimsuit pics for LTK
-A few extra images for carousels throughout the summer

For the water park, I knew exactly what I wanted before we even got there. It came out to about 8 images. I got them early, put my phone away, and just enjoyed the day with my family.

One trip. Content for the whole summer and I actually got to be there for it.

Save this before your next trip.  Follow for more digital strategy tips every Tuesday.  That’s what I’m here for.
👀 👀
Clocked out. Locked in. #summer #beach #beachin # Clocked out. Locked in.  #summer #beach #beachin #gulfshores
Eating out on vacation is probably my favorite thi Eating out on vacation is probably my favorite thing about taking a trip. This time at the beach we tried a few new places and some unique bites. Here is my list. 
1. @parlordoughnuts - French toast donut was my favorite bite all vacation. The donuts are huge and a dozen lasted us 3 days. 
2. @gulfshorescoffeeco - I was excited for this because they were so close to our condo. The coconut cold brew was my favorite and the cans made it so easy to take the the beach. Kids loved the dirty sodas. 
3. @delsicecreamob - we have ice cream every night on vacation. The red velvet and the iced box lemon at dels was amazing. 
4. @hightidedaiquirismimosas - a new to us place. Came straight off the beach for the most satisfying lunch. Pizza paninis and waffles on a stick. Obsessed. 

What is your favorite spot?
Figured it out. #healed Figured it out. #healed
All inclusive. Allegedly. #kingfamilyvacay #summer All inclusive. Allegedly. #kingfamilyvacay #summerofyes
Every time Trial Reels come up in conversation wit Every time Trial Reels come up in conversation with business owners, creators, and brands I notice the same thing.

Nobody is using them.

Instagram rolled this out quietly at the end of 2024 and most people either don’t know they exist or aren’t sure what to do with them. So let’s fix that.

Trial Reels are one of the only ways Instagram lets you get your content in front of people who don’t follow you yet. They show your reels to non followers through the explore page and reels feed. That is new eyes, new followers, and new potential clients — without paid ads.

Here is what you need to know:

-Trial Reels are only available to professional accounts and some creator accounts
-They gain traction for 24 hours — after that views stop
-You can run a trial at the same time you post to your feed
-They are not just for new content, repurpose your best performing reels

I have used them consistently and have seen my follower count grow because of it. The content that performs best is funny, engaging, or tied to trending audio. Stay away from talking head content unless it stops someone in the first second.

This is a feature worth adding to your strategy right now.

Save this and post your first Trial Reel this week.
Follow me for more digital strategy tips every Tuesday.

That is what I am here for.
June 1st the beginning of Pride month and I want y June 1st the beginning of Pride month and I want you to remember that it’s important because everyone deserves a place and to be their true selves without fear of abandonment or harm. #pride
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Dressing Tips, Fashion, Style · March 10, 2020

What to Wear to Drag Brunch

Photo Credit: Jen Menard Photo

Let’s start with a little update on my hair. At the end of January Johanna colored the bottom of my hair a mix of rose gold and magenta. She painted the color on in a random pattern because we weren’t sure how it would take and how long it would last. I got about three weeks our of the first color before it started to fade.

When I went to her the second time it was just a week out from Mardi Gras so we decided to go more vibrant and do the magenta all over my blonde. It really came out this beautiful vibrant and rich shade and it was my favorite Mardi Gras accessory. I didn’t wear a lot of wigs this year because of it.

So what am I doing from here? I am not sure. I have grown to love the color and I am definitely going to keep it for a few more weeks. I have been using Viral Wash on the pink, washing in cold water and only washing once a week to extend the life of the color.

Now let’s talk about Drag Brunch…

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Photo Credit: Jen Menard Photo
Photo Credit: Jen Menard Photo

Top // Leggings // Shoes (similar here and here)

Every weekend I see people I know going to Drag Brunch with their friends. Restaurants like The Country Club to event spaces like the Fillmore NOLA are hosting these fun and festive themed brunches. We even have a restaurant on the Northshore, LOLA, who is hosting their own drag brunch.

The Traveler Broads have a whole section on their website dedicated to it here. P.S. If you aren’t following them on IG you need to start STAT!

I mean it’s brunch, booze and a show. What could be better than that.

With the fabulousness that drag queens bring this means that you can’t just show up in jeans and a tee. Attention must be paid to the outfits you are wearing! For that reason I am outlining some great options for your next drag brunch.

Sequins

In New Orleans it’s always sequin season. There is never an occasion that you can’t appropriately add sequins to your look. Drag Brunch is the perfect reason to bring the sparkle and shine.

Sequins can feel more like a winter staple but I found several pieces that will work for spring and summer too.

White Dress // Floral Midi Skirt // Yellow Sequin Romper

Color

As we enter the season of spring color is already our best friend. Drag brunch is the perfect time to break out the neon, bright and fluorescent shades.

Neon Snakeskin Pumps // Hot Pink Wrap Dress // Striped Midi Dress

Pattern

Think big. Think bold. Think all over.

White Lace Dress // Yellow Floral Halter // Red Halter Jumpsuit

Photo Credit to Jen Menard Photo

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This story is from 2019 and it still sticks with m This story is from 2019 and it still sticks with me.

We were at the pool and one of my boys came up and told me a kid had called me the fat mom. We all just sat there for a second, looking at each other. I asked him what he thought.

He said, “I told him to shut up. Most days you look like a princess.”

My boys were ready to defend me. They just knew it wasn’t a nice thing to say.

I struggled with how to respond. I want them to know words can hurt. I also want them to know they hold the only opinion that matters about their own bodies.

So I told them, “Mommy isn’t skinny. But that doesn’t matter. I love wearing a bathing suit and swimming with you, and I am never going to let someone else’s opinion stop me from doing that.”
If I had cried, or asked them if they thought I was fat, or left the pool, I would have taught them that someone else’s opinion had power over me.

That is not the lesson I want them to carry.

People need to see all bodies in swimsuits. When we hide, we send the message that our bodies don’t belong in the same spaces as everyone else’s. That is wrong.

Wear your swimsuit. Take up space. Show your kids that all bodies belong, including yours.

If I am fat, I am fat. That is part of who I am. It is not who I am.
I used to feel like I was “on” the entire time I w I used to feel like I was “on” the entire time I was on vacation.

Always looking for the shot. Always thinking about what I could post later. It started to take away from actually being there.

So I changed how I do it.
Before I go, I make a simple shot list. Not a schedule, just a few categories of content I know I want to come home with.

For this trip my list looked like:
-A water park post
-Favorite bites while we were there
-What I wore to the beach recap
-An aesthetic recap of -the whole trip
-Swimsuit pics for LTK
-A few extra images for carousels throughout the summer

For the water park, I knew exactly what I wanted before we even got there. It came out to about 8 images. I got them early, put my phone away, and just enjoyed the day with my family.

One trip. Content for the whole summer and I actually got to be there for it.

Save this before your next trip.  Follow for more digital strategy tips every Tuesday.  That’s what I’m here for.
👀 👀
Clocked out. Locked in. #summer #beach #beachin # Clocked out. Locked in.  #summer #beach #beachin #gulfshores
Eating out on vacation is probably my favorite thi Eating out on vacation is probably my favorite thing about taking a trip. This time at the beach we tried a few new places and some unique bites. Here is my list. 
1. @parlordoughnuts - French toast donut was my favorite bite all vacation. The donuts are huge and a dozen lasted us 3 days. 
2. @gulfshorescoffeeco - I was excited for this because they were so close to our condo. The coconut cold brew was my favorite and the cans made it so easy to take the the beach. Kids loved the dirty sodas. 
3. @delsicecreamob - we have ice cream every night on vacation. The red velvet and the iced box lemon at dels was amazing. 
4. @hightidedaiquirismimosas - a new to us place. Came straight off the beach for the most satisfying lunch. Pizza paninis and waffles on a stick. Obsessed. 

What is your favorite spot?
Figured it out. #healed Figured it out. #healed
All inclusive. Allegedly. #kingfamilyvacay #summer All inclusive. Allegedly. #kingfamilyvacay #summerofyes
Every time Trial Reels come up in conversation wit Every time Trial Reels come up in conversation with business owners, creators, and brands I notice the same thing.

Nobody is using them.

Instagram rolled this out quietly at the end of 2024 and most people either don’t know they exist or aren’t sure what to do with them. So let’s fix that.

Trial Reels are one of the only ways Instagram lets you get your content in front of people who don’t follow you yet. They show your reels to non followers through the explore page and reels feed. That is new eyes, new followers, and new potential clients — without paid ads.

Here is what you need to know:

-Trial Reels are only available to professional accounts and some creator accounts
-They gain traction for 24 hours — after that views stop
-You can run a trial at the same time you post to your feed
-They are not just for new content, repurpose your best performing reels

I have used them consistently and have seen my follower count grow because of it. The content that performs best is funny, engaging, or tied to trending audio. Stay away from talking head content unless it stops someone in the first second.

This is a feature worth adding to your strategy right now.

Save this and post your first Trial Reel this week.
Follow me for more digital strategy tips every Tuesday.

That is what I am here for.
June 1st the beginning of Pride month and I want y June 1st the beginning of Pride month and I want you to remember that it’s important because everyone deserves a place and to be their true selves without fear of abandonment or harm. #pride
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