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By Reagan Henderson
In Bayou Pages
Sep 1st, 2026
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REVIEW BY MEREDITH MCKINNIE “If Mama taught me anything, it was that what other people think is of paramount importance.” The title character in Meredith, Alone warrants a big hug. Suffering from agoraphobia, having not left her Glasgow home in 3 years, Meredith maintains a surprisingly full life. He...
By Reagan Henderson
In Bayou Pages
Sep 1st, 2026
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REVIEW BY MEREDITH MCKINNIE “But we overlay the present onto the past. We look back through the lens of what we know now, so we’re not seeing it as the people we were, we’re seeing it as the people we are, and that means the past has been radically altered.” I fell in love with […]...
By Reagan Henderson
In Bayou Kidz
Sep 1st, 2026
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Article by Cindy G. Foust Well, readers, it’s that time again. School supplies have officially taken over every store in America, which means parents are wandering the aisles holding lists that apparently require a master’s degree to interpret. I’ve been there, mind you. Three-ring binder with pocket...
By Reagan Henderson
In AskErin
Sep 1st, 2026
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by ERIN SHARPLIN LOVE  |  erinlove@panachebyerin.com Welcome to September!  The season of homework, projects, practices, and ball games!  While I love this time of year, it also brings with it a sense of panic and chaos.  Or, it used to!  Now, I have created systems, routines, and habits that have be...
By Reagan Henderson
In Featured Slider
Sep 1st, 2026
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article by MEREDITH MCKINNIE In early June, the World Cup exploded into my consciousness. Admittedly, I’ve never paid much attention to soccer even though Husband coached the sport for about three years. I know it is the most popular sport in the world, but more so abroad than here in the States. It’...
By Reagan Henderson
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Sep 1st, 2026
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article by KENNY COVINGTON Fishing, bass fishing especially, is an ever-changing world.  Technology, lures, techniques, you name it- everything is a constant revolving door.  What is the rage today will be on the discount rack tomorrow.  But, like everything else, there are a few things that will sta...
By Reagan Henderson
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Sep 1st, 2026
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article by Reverend RB Moore Four out of five people admit to being unhappy with their jobs, at least sometimes. But in the beginning, God intended for work to be a gift, a blessing, a reason for being, not a curse. (Genesis 2:15) Yet how may we transform what may feel like a curse into […]...
By Reagan Henderson
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Sep 1st, 2026
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ARTICLE BY PHIL TRAHAN This month we diverge from the usual reporting on recent events to dedicate an installment to some tips that seem to resonate best with my students. Experts in most sports like to say that success is 90% mental (and in the case of Yankee catcher Yogi Berra the other half is [&h...
By Reagan Henderson
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Sep 1st, 2026
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Photography by Kelly Moore Clark THIS YEAR’S GROUP OF TOP 20 UNDER 40 PROFESSIONALS IS HELPING TO SHAPE THE FUTURE OF NORTHEAST LOUISIANA. The Monroe Chamber of Commerce and BayouLife Magazine are pleased to announce the nominees and winners of the 2026 Top 20 Twenty Under 40 Young Professional Award...
By Reagan Henderson
In Bayou Artist
Sep 1st, 2026
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ARTICLE BY Lakelynn HonakerPHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY MOORE CLARK From doodles in the school pickup line to portraits made from discarded objects, Natalie Sturgis finds inspiration in the unexpected. Through her playful, unconventional art, she has transformed a lifelong creative outlet into a growing care...