Remember a few weekends ago I played roving reporter down at three coastal communities southeast of my home bayou? Well, you can read the fruits of my labor in the Travel section of the Baton Rouge Advocate.
I wrote the article sitting at the kitchen bar in a gorgeous camp while I was down there on that Saturday. So, thanks to the Carters for their generosity and the inspirational surroundings. And thanks to Choup for setting it all up!
Be back soon!
BW
Do you have a special Thanksgiving dish that you prepare only this time of year? And perhaps it’s not included in the “traditional” meals of most American households? It’s too late for me to share recipes, step by step with you for this year. But I plan to do it anyway, so you will have…
Look! The pecky cypress from the Ouachita River is almost finished! It is all cut and in place. This wood has so much character, and in turn brings the same to this room. This view is from the kitchen, looking into the living room. This is a side view. You really have to see the…
I have to admit, prior to happening upon this beauty on a walk behind Camp Dularge about a month ago, I have neither seen nor heard of a tree like this. Ms. Orchid must love the climate here, as the owner explained he had to cut it away from the house a couple years ago,…
Well, lots of folks from Denham Springs westward to Crowley are now getting down to the nitty gritty of dealing with the flooding aftermath. I don’t envy those unfortunate souls one bit. As I said, been there, done that, and hope not to do it again anytime soon. I know that sounds selfish, but this…
This weekend was the fourth annual Eagle Expo, hosted by the Cajun Coast Visitors and Convention Bureau. Folks from all over drive down, attend a couple workshops where eagle experts talk about them, and then everyone takes a boat ride out into some area of either St. Mary or Terrebonne Parishes in pursuit of eagles…
Some of you might recall the post where I mentioned a few of my favorite things. Well in that post I talked about singing that Julie Andrews classic as a young girl. Today, my very special Cuz emailed me Julie’s latest version of the lyrics. Supposedly she sang it for her 69th birthday. You young…
You never cease to amaze me! Before we all know it you’ll be writing for some national publication and have a few more books published. You’re an inspiration to more than just me, I’m sure.
Saw you listed on Ken Wells site. Suppose you’ll be more of a Legend some day??? I know its hard to stomach but they refer to me as ‘The Legend’ at work. Scarfing Jambalaya from swimp sausage from Golden Meadow, it rocks.
blufloyd, Is that “Andy’s” Shrimp Sausage? If it is, I totally agree…it rocks. BW, I finally got around to reading your article today. Yesterday Hubby set that section of the paper to the side, and I didn’t even know it was in there till I was picking up this morning. Are you writing for any other publications at present? We’re hungry for more.
“cept it ain’t Andy anymore but that is a good thing. More hours more stuff..
Go you! Excellent work!
Well, y’all, considering this is the third year I do that little piece for the Advocate and they haven’t paid me yet for this one, your praise might be a little over the top!!! LOL!!! I am working on a superdeedooper blog post for y’all and that’s what matters most, right?
BW
I disagree, the most import thing is that you continue writting. Must of us would give our right arm to be able to write like you do. You may stuggle to edit, but we struggle to be able to put two cognative sentences together! I think it’s nice for us and good for you to be diverse in your writting. Blogging is one thing, news articles is another, and both exercises make excellent writting skills into those books we are all waiting to buy!!! The article was wonderfully professional and inspired the reader to load up their wagons with the kids and head on down LA 1 with what ever adventures and opportunities they may find.