About

After working 8 years in the medical profession, I thought I had seen it all. But nothing would prepare me for the job I started May 22, 2004: stay at home mom. I quickly understood why many call this the “hardest job in America.” For the first time in my life I was embarking on a career that I was ill prepared for. There was no orientation, handbook or training class.

This is the story of my motherhood journey with my 2 boys, Morris and Bronson. I grew up in Atlanta, GA ( I still have a slight Southern twang to prove it) but have lived in LA for the past 12 years (LA-Los Angeles, not LA-Louisiana, although I have left my mark in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Metairie). I try to see the good in everyone (until you show me otherwise).

I’m not a writer.  Taking AP Creative Writing in high school is the extent of my training. I’m just a mom trying to figure this all out. As a self professed guy’s girl (I loooove SEC football, especially when LSU is winning), I’m so honored to be a part of the mom sorority now. Please help me to honor the incessant hard work and love all moms put into their children. We are smart, stylish, and strong-that’s what being a Hot Mama is all about!

In 2008 we had a Hot Mama calendar featuring 11 amazing moms from different backgrounds but all with the same goal, to raise their kids the best they can. Most of featured moms were photographed with their kids by amazing photographer, Renee Jacobs.

Take a peek at the calendar here:

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The best way to describe me is: “Suburban attitude with a LA lifestyle.”

Zodiac sign: Aries

Hometown: Atlanta, GA

Favorite musical artists: Mariah Carey, Boys II Men, Babyface, Ne-Yo

All time favorite song: The Star Spangled Banner (I taught it to Mo when he was 18 months old)

Favorite flowers:    Hydrangea, peonies, peach roses

Favorite color: Coral

Favorite movies: Coming To America, The Waterboy, Pretty Woman, Superbad

Favorite book: The Help, Anything by John Grisham

Favorite tv show: Desperate Housewives, Gossip Girl

Favorite food: Cheese, Lobster Tail with lots of butter, and cupcakes

Favorite drink: Fresh squeezed orange juice

Favorite vacation getaway: Santa Barbara (local); Maui (destination)

Favorite thing to do with kids: Dance! It does wonders for my ego that my sons think The Robot and The Snake are the coolest moves.

If money were no object: I would have fresh flowers all over my house.

Favorite thing to do when I get mommy time: Read and shop online

Mommy style tip:  Invest in a good purse, comfy shoes, and skimp on everything else