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Joe’s Pizza NYC

by shaylajay | June 5, 2024 | Dining, Travel | 0 Comments

One New York local said, "There are four basic food groups in New York --- bagels, pizza, hot dogs, and cheesecake." I knew I wanted to get a slice of cheesecake and some pizza. I visited NY years ago before I was married. I visited a colleague from law school, and I...

Lovin’ New Orleans

by shaylajay | January 8, 2014 | Dining, Travel | 0 Comments

We always visit New Orleans during the holidays. I love this city. Many people think of partying when they think of New Orleans, but New Orleans has so much more to offer --- meeting wonderful people, eating delicious Cajun cuisine, shopping, art, and...

The Cove at Paradise Island

by shaylajay | June 4, 2023 | Travel | 0 Comments

I quit my job and moved to Paradise Island in The Bahamas. I'm kidding, but I did take a much needed vacation to this beautiful island. My family and I decided to go to Atlantis, and we had several hotels to choose from. We chose The Cove at Atlantis because it had a...

Holiday Travel

by shaylajay | November 6, 2013 | Travel | 0 Comments

Traveling can be difficult, and it is especially difficult when you have a little one. SJ is only 16 months and has been on a plane 4 times. I traveled alone with her twice, and it was not easy. These are the things that get me through a long day of...

Bayou Classic XXXVIII – New Orleans

by shaylajay | December 1, 2011 | Fashion, Popular, Travel | 7 Comments

Attending the Bayou Classic is a tradition for my husband's family. All of us are Southern University graduates, so we share the same love for our alma mater. This year, we attended the Bayou Classic in New Orleans at the Superdome together. Although...

There’s No Place Like Home

by shaylajay | August 16, 2011 | Travel | 12 Comments

Home is truly where my heart is. I miss being away from my family, but I am so grateful that we have been able to see each other twice within the past three months. My parents were in Atlanta during Memorial Day weekend, so I visited them and other family...

Featherstone Center for the Arts at Martha’s Vineyard

by shaylajay | July 1, 2026 | Travel | 0 Comments

One of my favorite visits was to Featherstone Center for the Arts in Oak Bluffs. This gallery features not only art from local talent, but also classes for the community, camps for kids, workshops, gallery shows, poetry readings and music. There are several different...

The Knickerbocker Hotel NYC

by shaylajay | June 3, 2024 | Travel | 0 Comments

The first time I traveled to Manhattan, I stayed with a colleague from law school, so I didn't have to stay in a hotel. My oldest daughter has talked about Times Square before, so we decided to find somewhere close to Times Square, especially since we were going to...

Folsom, Louisiana

by shaylajay | December 19, 2012 | Fashion, Travel | 2 Comments

I'm a country girl, so I want my children to experience the country. If you have a child who was born and raised in the city, I think it is always a great idea to let them experience the beauty and the serenity that only the country can offer. While...

Junior’s Cheesecake NYC

by shaylajay | May 29, 2024 | Dining, Travel | 0 Comments

New York is known for its cheesecake, and at the forefront of the cheesecake craze is Junior's cheesecake. We took a 5-7 minute walk from our hotel to Junior's. We met Matt's cousin, her husband, and their daughters there for lunch. It's a great spot to eat before or...

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