From New Orleans Adventures to an African Dream Honeymoon Brigitte McAtee and Ryan Joshua Yates' love story is one woven from life’s beautiful simplicities and enduring moments. Their journey together began just before the world changed with the COVID-19 pandemic, and...
Survivor Stories: Debra Friloux
Debra Friloux’s journey with Triple Negative Breast Cancer began on December 20, 2023. She faced 16 rounds of chemotherapy and a double mastectomy, during which 12 lymph nodes were removed. Remarkably, Debra encountered no major obstacles, staying focused on fighting...
Supermom: Jenny Carr
Jenny Carr, owner and buyer for The Next boutique in Downtown Covington, has spent years cultivating her love for fashion into a successful career. At just 24, she opened her first women’s boutique on Metairie Road. "Looking back, I had no idea what I was doing,"...
Bride: Brooke + Christian
A Love That Spans the Globe Brooke Barisich, now Brooke Jackson, and her husband Christian Jackson’s love story is truly one for the ages—a tale that spans continents and reflects their shared passions, heart for service, and love for adventure. Their wedding on...
Community Leader: Trey Brownfield
Trey Brownfield, a devoted husband and father of two, has dedicated his life to serving others, with a deep commitment to his community that began at a young age. From his early involvement in various ministries at his church to his impactful volunteer work at Ohana...
Impact and Give Back: Buna’s Hope
Bringing Light in the Darkest Times In the face of life’s toughest challenges, Buna’s Hope stands as a beacon of support and joy for families enduring medical crises or tragedy. Founded with a mission to provide hope, Buna’s Hope extends a compassionate hand to those...
Bride: Sammi + Cameron
In the enchanting city of New Orleans, where love stories are woven into the vibrant fabric of the streets, Sammi Ladeira and Cameron Alston began a journey that would culminate in a wedding as unique and unforgettable as their love. Sammi and Cameron’s love story...
Supermom: Kristen Schroder
With nine kids, the Schroder family could form their own baseball team—though the age spread might make the game a little bit tricky. Comprising five boys and four girls, aged 12, 11, 9, 8, 6, 5, 4, 3, and 21 months—equating to a span of ten and a half years—something...
Impact & Give Back: Royal Family KIDS Camp
Transforming Lives with Unconditional Love and Hope Royal Family KIDS Camp (RFKC) is a transformative nonprofit dedicated to changing the lives of children in the foster care system. This organization, part of For The Children Inc., has spent over 35 years training...
Bride: Merritt + Peter
A Love Story to Remember Merritt Parsons Vesich and Peter James Vesich tied the knot on April 13, 2024, marking the beginning of a beautiful journey together. Their love story began with a serendipitous meeting that blossomed into a romance filled with joy, laughter,...
Bride: Katie Rose + Parker
A Love Story 24 Years in the Making: Katie Rose & Parker's Whimsical Wedding Journey In the heart of Covington, Louisiana, beneath the shade of a centuries-old oak tree, Katie Rose Norman and Parker McConnell's love story blossomed into a timeless celebration of...
Community Leader: Phoenix Bigler
Phoenix's Remarkable Journey: From Near Death to Community Inspiration Phoenix’s story is one of incredible resilience and unwavering faith. A St. Paul’s graduate as of May 18th, 2024, Phoenix’s journey to this milestone has been nothing short of extraordinary. On...











