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By Nathan Coker
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Aug 1st, 2022
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INTERVIEW BY MEREDITH MCKINNIE | PHOTOGRAPHS BY SHELBIE MONKRES How did you come to writing? I’ve always been a big reader, though I think most authors can say that. I did some writing as a kid. We found a letter I had written to an author who had come to the library where my aunt […]...
By Nathan Coker
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Aug 1st, 2022
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BayouLife Magazine partnered with Progessive Bank to makeover the teacher’s lounge at Good Hope Middle School. With the help of local vendors, this lounge was transformed into a retreat perfect for a tranquil break from the bustle of day-to-day school activities. BY CASSIE LIVINGSTON  |  STYLED...
By Nathan Coker
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Jul 1st, 2022
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Elevate your BLT to another dimension by adding mouth-watering candied bacon with fresh picked tomatoes, microgreens, herb mayonnaise on sourdough bread. photo by Kelly Moore Clarkstyled by Taylor Bennett Candied Bacon1/2 cup packed light brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon12 slices center cut baco...
By Nathan Coker
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Jul 1st, 2022
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styled by Taylor Bennettphoto by Kelly Moore Clark WHAT YOU NEED: 1 cup mayonnaise1 garlic clove1/2 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons minced chives1 tablespoon fresh parsley1 tablespoon minced fresh dill1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper DIRECTIONS: P...
By Nathan Coker
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Jul 1st, 2022
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Styled by TAYLOR BENNETTPhotograph by KELLY MOORE CLARK Life is a PicnicInspired by images of local sunsets, Taylor Bennett created a basket fit for those seeking the perfect place to relax and watch the summer sun go down. While this package is fit for a romantic evening with your partner, or a fun ...
By Nathan Coker
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Jun 30th, 2022
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From braided accents to leather flats, these sandals are must-haves for the summer season. Find these and more at area boutiques. photo by Kelly Moore Clark styled by Taylor Bennett...
By Nathan Coker
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Jun 30th, 2022
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words and photo by Heather Land The healing and soothing powers of this trio make for the perfect after sun spritz and quick rub in – on the move or at the end of a long day or even the day after.  WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE MINT LAVENDER SUN LOVE OIL: Peppermint essential oilLavender essential [&he...
By Nathan Coker
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Jun 30th, 2022
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article and photo by Heather Land We want pickled peppers on grilled foods, on summer and fall peas, on tomato sandwiches, on stir fry rice bowls, and all the greens. It’s a simple and easy way to spice up any dish. Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers. Summer peppers – new serranos, banana, ...
By Nathan Coker
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Jun 30th, 2022
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Styled by TAYLOR BENNETTPhotography by KELLY MOORE CLARK Everything is Mint It’s summer and that means that fresh mint is abundant and ready to be incorporated into dishes and drinks alike. But, no matter how ambitious of a cook you may be, it seems like fresh mint seems to wilt before its essential ...
By Nathan Coker
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May 29th, 2022
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ARTICLE BY VANELIS RIVERA PHOTO BY TONY MOLINA ONCE CONSIDERED ONLY A RECREATIONAL FOR aimless teenagers, skateboarding has since evolved into one of the fastest-growing and newly respected sports in the world. Its debut at the 2020 Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo (held in 2021 due to the pandemic) cem...