By “The Flowerbed Lady” Tammie Davis I have always loved being outside and growing plants. It is something us Southern women have instilled in us at a young age. Gardening is a genuine passion of mine, so much so that I decided to share my …
Integrate Your Health: Navigating Food Labels
To eat organic or to not eat organic…that is the question. In my opinion, the answer is to eat organic, but allow me to explain. There are many buzz words used by the food industry to sell product. Some of these labels are useful and …
Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star – One Mother’s Story of Heartbreak, Healing and Hope
Each us have our own story, our own unique triumphs, and our own unique struggles. No one’s path is exactly the same, some go straight, some go nowhere and others have diversions that completely blindside them. Pain and loss are not evenly distributed, but all …
Happy New Year from Lola Magazine!
BY BEVIN HICKS At the beginning of each year I take a little time to reflect on what I have learned, how I have grown, my wins and my losses… and what I can do in the New Year to be better for myself and …
Hot Water Cornbread
A Southern, New Year Tradition BY Chef H.D. Harris, Private Chef Services • The Boss of Southern Cuisine Black Eyed Peas and Cabbage Greens are no-brainers when it comes to your New Year’s Day good luck dinner. But what about the cornbread to go with it? …
The Boss of Southern Cuisine
14k Sweet Potato Pie 3/4 cup butter, softened 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar 3 eggs separated 4 large cooked sweet potatoes mashed 1 1/4 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup whole milk 1/4 cup heavy cream 3/4 tsp nutmeg 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 …
Athleisure
The fashion trend of “athleisure” has quickly grown in popularity, and it’s easy to see why! Athleisure consist of mixing athletic wear with everyday wear, providing for a cute but still comfortable look. One of the best aspects of athleisure is the shoes; set aside …
Lindsay’s Story
Jordan and Lindsay Rome are quite honestly the perfect match. If you are to meet Jordan, you will immediately be drawn to his humor and charisma. Jordan is full of laughs and always a good time. He met his match when he met Lindsay. She …
Sweets and Treats for Holiday Magic
By Rosemary McMaster The holidays can be fun no matter how old you are, but there is still something undeniably magical about this time of year for children. I vividly remember the holiday traditions my family and I always enjoyed when I was younger, one …
Integrate Your Health – The Elimination Diet
Food sensitivities are pervasive in our culture these days. Restaurant menus often include gluten- or dairy-free options to accommodate patrons with some of the more common food restrictions. This unfortunately leads to an eye-roll by many who are not familiar with the nature of …
Catahoula Wine Mixer 2017
Ladies! It’s time for some wine! We think this wine mixer sounds amazing. Wanna hear something even MORE amazing? Lola readers can save $10 OFF tickets with offer code: lola10. Doesn’t that sound magical? Want to find out more about the event? Click here! …
Decoding the Struggles with Learning: Understanding Learning Disorders
Exploring the hidden elements of learning disabilities and working to change the underlying causes is my passion and life’s work. The reason behind this is the real struggle in my own family with learning issues. First, let’s explore what it feels like to struggle with …
Pretty Genius: The Best Ways to Make Cosmetics Work for You
Whether they use it or not, most women own cosmetic products to some degree. Perhaps you have drawers upon drawers packed with makeup or perhaps you have just that old eyeshadow compact you keep on hand for one color. Nevertheless, makeup is meant to be …
Less about Coffee, More about Community
Written by: Kenya Ross Thriving cities move forward through the support of local businesses with the zeal to invest, partner together, and provide solutions. In the Red River District of Downtown Shreveport, Marcus Mitchell, the owner of Bon Temps Coffee Bar, has the eagerness to …
Behind The Scenes
The Making of a Movie, Part II: The people behind the scenes By Kathy Spurlock Last issue, we featured the months of behind-the- scenes work that goes on before the first scene of any movie is filmed. Here’s a look at what happens while a …
Travel Matters
Surviving a change in your holiday traditions-Plan early Who isn’t annoyed when the craft stores begin to stock shelves with Christmas decorations before school starts? Nobody! But for some it’s more than annoyance. For those whose holiday traditions have changed for them – sometimes with …