Red Stick Mom

The Best Neighborhood Christmas Lights The magic of Christmas lights in Baton Rouge! My mini-elves, Jack and Jacob, and I bundle up every year to embark on a merry adventure to find the most dazzling displays in the area. As we drive through the neighborhoods, our eyes widen with wonder at the twinkling lights, festive inflatables, and cheerful wreaths. We ooh and ahh over the synchronized light shows, and Jack and Jacob try to guess which house will have the most lights. After many nights of exploring, we've compiled our list of the top 10 neighborhoods in Baton Rouge with the most fantastic Christmas lights: 1. The Garden District - A winter wonderland of lights and decorations! 2. Old Goodwood - Historic homes aglow...

Hey Moms! Here are 6 Ideas for YOUR Wish List I love giving gifts, the holidays, birthdays, special events. I'm so excited when I find the perfect gift for someone and at the same time I am often at a loss when someone asks me what I want for Christmas, my birthday, Mother's Day, etc. So, I've compiled a list of the things that go beyond robe, slippers, candle, and gift card when it comes to gift ideas for moms. Here are 6 things to consider gifting to a mom in your life. The most comfortable joggers. I live in joggers. Some people love their jeans, or their leggings, but joggers is what I've found to be the most comfortable. Luxe: Vuori...

Where to Drop Off Santa Letters Around Baton Rouge "Dear Santa, This year for Christmas I would like . . . " It's a magical time in your child's life when they discover they can make requests from Santa, especially by writing him a personalized letter. These little special touches during the season are what make Christmas come to life. Did you know Baton Rouge has its very own Santa's Mailbox? It's right in Gonzales. If your child wants to send something all the way to the North Pole, the address is: 1732 S. Purpera Ave.  This special mailbox will be accepting letters until the night of December 22nd. I made this a moment. I spent a morning writing and coloring a card with my daughter. We...

Disclosure :: This post is sponsored by Prehistoric Park. What Moms Need to Know Before They Go :: Prehistoric Park Prehistoric Park is known as Louisiana's premier dinosaur themed destination. It recently re-opened on November 8th, 2024 and has some great new features! The park has new dinosaurs, a dinosaur trail, an updated dig pit and interactive activities! Prehistoric Park is perfect for children (and adults) who love dinosaurs, learning about history and science, and spending time outside! Here's what you need to know before visiting Prehistoric Park :: Attractions  The breath-taking attraction is a dinosaur trail with life-sized dinosaurs towering along the guided path. With 24 NEW dinosaurs added ranging from 6 feet to 46 feet in size, your dinosaur loving kids will...

A Christmas Tree that Grows With the Kids Growing up, I always anticipated our yearly trip to Christmas Forest, just north of Zachary, to choose and cut our Christmas tree. It was my family's tradition, and I couldn't wait to begin the yearly trip with my own children. For a few years, my own little family continued on with the tradition, then Christmas Forest closed shop. We tried a few other choose and cut places, but none with the same ambiance. Choosing a pre-cut tree in front of a hardware store wasn't quite as festive, and while I know some people prefer it, using an artificial tree seemed cold. We decided to think outside the box and start our own...