We really crammed a lot of fun into 2 and 1/2 days in New Orleans, filling most every moment with memories.
Here are a few more that I don’t want to forget and so, I share them with you.
Philip’s parents invited us over for dinner on Saturday night and we were in for a treat of home-cooked Cajun food.
The happy couple getting ready for dinner.
Jambalaya in a big LeCreuset pot was outstanding. I could have eaten a ton more and wish I had a doggy bag right now.
The crawfish etouffee was excellent too and I enjoyed every single morsel.
With a nice tossed salad, we loved it all. Meeting Philip’s parents was truly a treat and again, I’m so happy that she is marrying into this nice family. You could see the love all around them.
On Sunday a.m., Lauren wanted to take us to this fab French bakery, so we headed out for that.
We had coffee, pastries, and the most delish quiche ever. You can see we definitely didn’t go hungry and hardly had time to even try any of the restaurants in town.
Another time, another trip. 
I had one of those square apple pastries and it was yummy.
Fresh baked bread and all sorts of goodies were waiting. I love bread! 
This pretty buffet was inside too.
One afternoon, we visited with Lauren’s Aunt Susan in her backyard retreat, right on the canal. It was refreshing with a little breeze blowing and they said we had picked the perfect time to come down. Before the heat hits.
Susan had plucked these beautiful camilia blooms. 
More random pics from the French Quarter, this is the Jackson Brewery building.
We stopped back off here after breakfast and did a little more sight-seeing before heading to the shower. Lauren looks so cute in her aqua dress.
She’s a photogenic girl.
Since I was behind the camera most of the time, I had to document at least one pic in the French Quarter.
Sunday a.m. was so packed down there, lots of carriage rides going on, as well as a mile-long line to Cafe DuMonde. We were SO glad that we had gotten our beignets on Friday night. 
One last look at the iron fence looking into Jackson Square.
I’ve got lots more to share later on next week:Â a cemetery tour in New Orleans, a beautiful 1890’s historic home, and a quick look at some beautiful homes in the Garden District that I know you will love.
Rhoda,
Your niece is so beautiful…what a bride she will be!!
Even more important is that she is marrying a great guy and he has a loving family.
I placed my order for the giveaway I won at Timeless Settings. I will do a blog post when they come and will let you know. Thank you, so very much!
You are a photogenic lady as well! The pictures are gorgeous–what a rich, vibrant place to be and you documented it as such! 🙂
She will make a beautiful bride……..she really favors you in these pictures,which btw are just beautiful
Awesome pictures! Can’t wait to see more…
Lauren is gorgeous Rhoda!
You surely packed a lot into 2.5 days!! Sounds wonderful. I am loving all the photos.
I love New Orleans.! You have a very lovely family and as stated above, your neice will be a beautiful bride.
What a great post! I just love that Lauren is marrying into such a great family. On a side note, I think that pic of you is just gorgeous. Would love to hear your beauty secrets. I see them all the time in blogs from twenty somethings but would like to see some from someone my own age who is as adorable as your are.
I always enjoy posts about your family, Rhoda! Your love for them shines through. Lauren is lovely and will make a gorgeous bride!
Rhoda, Thanks for sharing the New Orleans pics with us. Lauren is so pretty. I know you all are so excited about the upcoming nuptials. I love the family post. Thanks again.
Rhoda,
Your niece is beautiful…enjoying all these pics.
It is fun to see these familiar sights captured on your blog-your photography is great!
Makes me so nostalgic for my old stomping grounds. And now I’m going to have to go make a big pot of jambalaya. 🙂
Wonderful photos! Looks like a fabulous time! Our family has wanted to to take a trip to New Orleans for a couple of years now, but we can’t ever all get the time off at the same time! We’re still trying and hope to go soon!
You are an awesome photographer! Your neice is beautiful and I think she looks alot like you. I’ve been to New Orleans, but your pictures make me want to go back again.
I love the necklace you have on in your picture. Where, if I might ask, did you find it?
You had a really beautiful trip, didn’t you? I love the shots you gave us from around the city. Lauren must get her photogenic genes from your side of the family…the shot of you is great. 🙂
They are such a cute couple. You’re so right…she is very photogenic…great for her wedding photos.
I haven’t been to New Orleans in YEARS. Your posts are making me want to plan a trip.
Hugs,
Kat
Oh I lovvvvveee NOLA! And that bakery. 🙂 I’ll be back there in two months…and basically count the days.
Looks like you had a great time. Lauren (and her shower!) is lovely.
I keep saying that one day I am going to go New Orleans..but I never do. Just a 1/2 a days drive away. Loved your post!!
I have never visited New Orleans but you make it look like sooooo much fun, especially the bakeries!
Thank you for the New Orleans tour. I’ve never been there and your pictures are just beautiful and the food…mmmm. You look very relaxed and happy. I’m looking forward to seeing your next set of photos.
I have been enjoying your photos of New Orleans so much. Lauren is gorgeous and looks so happy and what a lovely couple they make. I adore that aqua dress she is wearing. Any thoughts on where she may have found that? I have been craving a beignet like crazy since your last post….now if only I could get them here. My husband and I were in New Orleans a few years ago and loved it. I’m ready for another trip back soon. Beautiful photo of you, Rhoda! Hope you’re doing well.