LOVING LOUISIANA BLOG ARCHIVES
Teach MAM – First Lady’s “Steps To A Healthier Lifestyle”
Teach MAM Teach MAM: An Exciting Partnership to Strengthen Arts Education Across Louisiana TEACH MAM First Lady’s “Steps To A Healthier Lifestyle” Rudy MacklinExecutive DirectorLouisiana Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports On January 24 – April 25, 2022, the Louisiana Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports […]
Feature: January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month
January isNational Human Trafficking Prevention Month Written by Dr. Dana R. Hunter National Human Trafficking Prevention Month Written by Dr. Dana R. Hunter January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. I could not be prouder to live and do business in a state that has made the prevention of human trafficking a priority. […]
Blog – January 2022
JANUARY 2022 Blog Post Feature Louisiana First Foundation Governor’s Mansion Women’s Health People of Louisiana Community Schools Military Recipe Verse First Dogs Our Editor HAPPY NEW YEAR! I can’t believe another year has arrived! This year, I learned not to look backward but keep my eyes on the road ahead. I have become even more […]
Feature: Rev. Dr. Rodney Wood
Advent: Our God Came, He Comes,and He Is Coming Again! Written by Rev. Dr. Rodney Wood ADVENT:Our God Came, He Comes, and He Is Coming Again! Written by Rev. Dr. Rodney Wood I am very grateful to First Lady Donna for inviting me to share some thoughts during this special season of […]
Louisiana Fosters – The Importance of Foster Families
The Importance of Foster Families Written by Tiffany Anderson Cruz Louisiana Fosters Ambassador The Importance of Foster FamiliesWritten by Tiffany Anderson Cruz If there is one thing you may know about children in foster care, they often live in multiple different foster homes and usually age out of care. While the […]
Featured Recipe: Christmas Cookies
CHRISTMASCOOKIES CHRISTMAS COOKIES Everyone needs a quick recipe for cookies during the holidays! Try these and add fun sprinkle toppings to make them festive. Ingredients: 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda½ teaspoon baking powder 1 cup butter, softened1 ½ cups white sugar 1 egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract Servings: 48Yield: 4 dozen Directions: Step 1 Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. In a small bowl, stir together flour, baking soda, and […]
The Governor’s Mansion: China
Governor’s Mansion:China Collection Governor’s MansionChina Collection Upon entering the Governor’s Mansion, you’re immediately taken aback by the stunning historical architecture and walls covered in fine art. As you progress through the foyer, you’ll notice two rooms, one on the left, one on the right. The room to the right is the State Dining Room which […]
Women’s Health – December 2021
Women’s Health WOMEN’S HEALTH BLOGDecember 2021 A Woman’s Self-Care During the Holidays Written by Kimiyo Harris Williams, M.D., FAAP The chill of winter approaches as Autumn’s colorful scene sets the stage for a season of festive celebration. The heavy, cozy coats coupled with brilliant orange fireplace flames keep us warm as we […]
People of Louisiana – Business (December 2021)
JILLDIMARCO,DMCP/CMP SIGNATURE DESTINATION MANAGEMENT, LLC JILL DEMARCO, DMCP/CMPSIGNATURE DESTINATION MANAGEMENT, LLC Jill DiMarco is the owner of Signature Destination Management, LLC. Signature DMC is a full-service Destination Management Company that works with corporations and convention groups traveling to New Orleans and the entire Gulf Coast. The past two years have been particularly devasting to […]
People of Louisiana – Military (December 2021)
WREATHSACROSSAMERICA Louisiana Departmentof Veteran Affairs WREATHS ACROSS AMERICADECEMBER 18 As we move past Veterans Day, we must not forget an important date in December: Wreaths Across America Day. Annually on Dec. 18, ceremonies are held across the nation at more than 2,500 memorial sites to remember, honor and teach. Right here in Louisiana, people […]
People of Louisiana – Schools (December 2021)
KAITLYNRICHARD Beauregard Parish South Beauregard Elementary 2022 Louisiana Elementary School State Teacher of the Year KAITLYN RICHARD Beauregard Parish South Beauregard Elementary 2022 Louisiana Elementary School State Teacher of the Year Engagement through Classroom Transformations As we begin the winter season, our school days are often filled with busy schedules, making plans, meeting deadlines, […]
People of Louisiana – Community (December 2021)
COMMUNITY FRIDGESIN LOUISIANA COMMUNITY COMMUNITY FRIDGESIs There One In Your Area? Community Fridges are popping up all over the state. Community Fridges are filling a need across our state. It usually works when community groups team up to place a refrigerator and pantry in an area in need. They are usually registered places where […]