On The Cover: 

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Mother and daughter Jackie and Danielle LeCompte share an embrace. The pair has been through a lot together, and we were fortunate enough to tell each of their stories in this issue. Read about Jackie’s courageous act on Page 6. You can hear Danielle’s side of the story in our Bright From the Start section on Page 37. Photo by Fusion Photography. 

Departments  

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6 Personality 

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10 Focus 

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46 On Trend

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48 Books 

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62 Events 

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68 Social Lights 

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Features 

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15 An Alligator On Iberia Street 

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    The Story Behind The Striking New Mural 

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37 Bright From The Start 

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    Acadiana’s Impressive Adolescents 

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60 Bunk’n On The Bayou 

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    The 2017 Bunk Johnson Jazz, Arts & Heritage Festival 

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Parenting 

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18 Supermarket Sweep 

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    Life Lessons From The Grocery Store 

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21 Breathing Easy 

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    Local Orthodontist Examines ADHD & Pediatric Breathing Link 

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24 Fast Track To The Grownup Table 

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    The Importance Of Etiquette 

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Mother’s Day 

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27 New Mom Expectations Vs. Realities 

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    New Moms Share Their Stories 

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32 Mother’s Day Gift Guide 

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Kitchen & Bath 

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49 Splish Splash 

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    It’s Time To Remodel Your Bath 

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53 Connected Cooking 

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    The Smart Kitchen Has Arrived 

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56 Counter Balance 

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    All About Kitchen Counter Tops