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Mehgan

Things to Do in New Orleans (for cheap!)

City Park
   

I recently was able to tag along on my husband’s work conference trip to New Orleans.  I hadn’t been to New Orleans since I was a little girl and the only parts of that trip I remember are the beignets and feeding alligators on a swamp tour.  Going back to NOLA as an adult was great and I would go back again in a heartbeat.

Most of the trip I was by myself since Alex was at his conference so I tried to keep myself entertained without spending a ton of money.  Mission accomplished!  Here are some of my recommendations for things to do in New Orleans for very little money;

NOLA

I was so lucky to be able to join my husband on his work conference trip to New Orleans.  We made the trip into a little babymoon knowing that a vacation with just the two of us probably isn’t going to happen again any time soon.

NOLA buildings

Second Trimester Survival Guide

pregnant woman sitting on bed

The second trimester of pregnancy is usually the best. The morning sickness (or all-day sickness) is typically gone. You will probably start announcing your pregnancy to your friends and family. Also, you’re not yet huge, swollen, and completely over being pregnant. I realize that every woman is different and this isn’t always the case but for most, second trimester kind of rocks.  Here are some items to help you enjoy your second trimester of pregnancy even more.

How to Throw a Bridal Shower (On a Budget)

I love to host parties.  I love to host parties for selfish reasons; all the guests come to me and I can drink as much as I want since I don’t need to drive afterward.  Also, I get to pick the food to serve that I enjoy eating in case there are leftovers.  Lastly, planning is my forte. Recently, I threw my sister’s bridal shower and thought I would pass along some suggestions for planning a bridal shower without spending a lot of money.

Binge-Worthy Television Shows

Between my month-long hospital stay, recovery, and the overall bleakness of winter I have had some time to watch and re-watch a lot of my favorite television shows.  Enjoy!