Birth Rite Louisiana

Birth Rite Louisiana is a great group. Their mission statement is "Birth Rite Louisiana is a volunteer based organization working to lower neonatal and maternal mortality and morbidity through education and activism.  We seed and support birth networks throughout Louisiana as well as facilitate activism and awareness events"

They have a great support group online and in person. If you are planning to have a baby check them out. They have lots of birthing knowledge to share.

Business of Being Born

My plan this week is to put up several post about birthing babies. For my first post I thought I'd start with the documentary The Business of Being Born. Click here to see a trailer for the film.

The Business of Being Born was an eye opening experience for me. I already knew about some of the issues they talk about but found out a lot more when I watched the film. If you are planning to have a baby please educate yourself about birth or else you will be giving someone else control over the most amazing experience you will ever have in your life!

I plan to share the stories of each of my children's birth here as the week goes on. Each one was different and taught me so much about birth. I wish I had known more before I had my first baby. I hope YOU will know more before you give birth.

Alexandria Zoological Park

Last week we took our family to visit the Alexandria Zoo . The weather was beautiful and we had a fun day together. The thing I like most about this zoo is that you can see the whole zoo in a few hours. The walkways are nice and shaded and the kids love the playground.

Koi Fish - Photo by: Kaia Mouser

 We always start our visit by feeding the fish in the pond. The monkeys were in an especially playful mood and entertained us by swinging on ropes and acting silly. We rode the train, another activity my kids love to do at the zoo.

The otters were out and swimming. The bears, lions & tiger were also out enjoying the cool weather. Peacocks could be found roaming the zoo as well as the fat squirrels that enjoy the other animals food.

Photo by: Lucrecia Mouser

The zoo is currently undergoing renovations and upgrades. Some parts of the zoo were roped off for this purpose but there was still plenty to see and enjoy. While this zoo doesn't have the big animals, elephants and giraffes, they still have plenty of animals to keep the kids attention.

Next time you are looking for something to do in Alexandria check out the Alexandria Zoo.

Driving Blind

One of my husbands childhood friends has a degenerative eye disease that may eventually cause him to be blind. His brother also suffers from the same diagnosis. They recently put together a documentary and we had the honor of being able to view it. They traveled across the United States and filmed their experiences of seeing the beautiful sights of America and talking to wonderful people they visited along the way. The film is full of beautiful scenery and images I realize I never stopped to appreciate. The story is heartwarming and raises awareness for a disease that most of us have never even heard of before.

Visit the websites below to view movie trailers and stills from the film. Donate to their cause and if you get the chance, see the documentary. It is an unforgettable experience!

For trailers and info: Driving Blind Website
Like their Facebook Page and stay updated on film festivals they are attending.

Oogie, Oy Song/Cheer

My husband put together a song/cheer that is fun at campfires. Check it out and share it with your friends:)

Giveaway Winner!

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