The Great Defender

The Great Defender

Every Christmas, we celebrate the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ. We think about the life, the hope, and the peace that He brought into this world, and the benefits that his resurrection brings for all of us as God’s children. Hope gives you peace when things...
au Darling

au Darling

If you read my previous post on Odelia, a beautiful family-owned restaurant in Mandeville, you remember the secret door in the restaurant that led to the boutique (au Darling) next door. The back of this bookcase was a beautiful ornate mirror, which camoflauges the...
Odeila – The Experience

Odeila – The Experience

As I stated in my previous blog, I had the pleasure of speaking with Kim, the owner of Odelia, who owns the restaurant with her son, Blake, a level 2 sommelier. Blake has undergone extensive training and exams to obtain this certification. A sommelier makes...
Odelia – The Luxe

Odelia – The Luxe

Welcome to the restaurant where glitz and glamour meet delicious! I am so captivated by the decor and detail put into every inch of this space from the couture marble bar area to the velvet furniture that fills the restaurant. I don’t know where to start —...
Clover James

Clover James

While in Mandeville, I found the sweetest children’s boutique, and I have to say it is one of my favorites. Clover James is for kids, but God knows I would have been in trouble if they had my size in some of these items. These sleeves are glorious! I absolutely...