Growing Amaryllis is Simple Why wait for spring when you can have bright, colorful holiday blooms? Now is the time to start. Growing amaryllis indoors is simple – just follow these few steps: 1. Select the biggest and best-looking bulbs that are free of cuts, bruises and insect holes. Small bulbs will be more economical […]
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This pumpkin cheesecake recipe is a real treat for the whole family! INGREDIENTS Crust 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Filling 24 ounces cream cheese, room temperature 1 ½ cups packed light brown sugar 15 ounce can pumpkin pie mix 4 large eggs 1/4
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Follow Your Art Walking through Mandy Mae Poche’s gallery in Ponchatoula, it’s easy to assume each room displays the work of a different artist, but Mandy expresses herself through different styles, color palettes and subject matter. Louisiana themes dance on canvases from large to small. Figurative works in lively colors hang near impressionistic ones that
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Even though it’s still warm outside, it’s almost time to get your Back to Cool Fashions! These transitional trends will get you ready for milder temperatures and fabulous fall fashions with slouchy sweaters and luscious faux leathers; flowing, lounge-inspired ensembles; and denim looks, textures and patterns can fit any mood. This season’s colors will include earthy
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These Keep Cool Cocktail Recipes will help you stay calm and cool during all your favorite tailgate and weekend activities. Cheer on your favorite team or lounge poolside as you say “farewell” to the long, hot days of summer with these chilled concoctions. Re-Freshen Up 4 ounces vodka 1 ounce Pimm’s No. 1 2 ounces fresh
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Summer is a time for vacations, afternoons by the pool and weekends at the water park! While you and your loved ones gather for vacation this summer, please take a moment to remember the many animals at the Northshore Humane Society shelter that are not so fortunate. Unlike newer facilities, our dog kennels were built
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Intimidated by growing orchids? If you can grow a flowering plant indoors, you can grow extraordinary orchids! The most common orchid grown indoors are tropical epiphytes. Typically grown on tree surfaces, like mosses and lichens, orchids have minimal water and growing medium requirements. Spectacular blooms can last several months. Follow a few basics: Container –
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View to a Thrill Imagine cocktail glasses clinking at sunset on your rooftop entertainment area — the highest point overlooking town — with a view of the Tchefuncte River rolling into Lake Pontchartrain as purple martins fly into the Madisonville marsh chasing their evening meal. Egrets wing back to their roost as dusk turns to
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Tending the Family Tree Like his sister Katelyn, this issue’s Enterprising Woman, Korey Zeigler’s life has been intertwined with trees for as long as he can remember also. Although a year and a half younger than his sibling, he still shares early memories of the huge, magical oak tree that served as the canopy of
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Tending the Family Tree Trees have long been symbols of life and growth and venerated in religions and mythologies around the world. In Louisiana, where over half our state is forested, these botanical brethren offer food and shelter for humans and wildlife alike. They filter our air and water, slow storm surge, and are an
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Cheers to Beers and LarryFest As Father’s Day approaches, many a dad will contemplate how they’ll be remembered and what legacy they’ll leave. While most probably don’t envision a huge beer festival thrown in their honor, friends and family say it’s exactly what Larry Hartzog would’ve wanted – especially since the proceeds go to Northshore
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Luxury on the River Hidden away In in one of the most convenient and desirable golf communities on the Northshore, the estate at 9 Iris Lane in Beau Chêne is a beauty to behold. Ten sprawling acres alongside the navigable Tchefuncte River surround a 9,450 square foot luxury home that offers comfort, privacy and a
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