In this second post of my two-part travel series I wanted to shine a light on 5 more of the 10 best reasons to visit the city of Natchitoches, Louisiana. In case you missed the…
If you’ve been looking for a destination steeped in Southern charm and tucked away in the pine and oak trees of Central Louisiana, then Natchitoches is the place for you. Natchitoches, Louisiana is the oldest…
Have you been looking for an affordable skincare line that not only won’t break the bank but actually works? If you answered yes, then do I have a skincare line for you. If that sounds…
I’ve got some very exciting news! I just started a Patreon account for www.nelliecoody.com. Woo-hoo! In case you’re wondering what Patreon is – it’s an online membership platform that provides content creators with the business…
Valentine’s Day weekend is finally here and that means it’s completely acceptable to wear pink, maroon, and every other shade of red you can find. In today’s post I’m giving you 5 outfit ideas that…
Valentine’s Day season is in full swing and if you’re like me, then you might be in the mood for a romantic book or book series to dive into to get you into the lovey-dovey…
A question I get asked often is what makeup products are really good to buy at the drugstore? Good products don’t have to cost a fortune. There are a number of beauty products you can…
Almost nothing says “winter” more to me than a fair isle sweater. And this sweater from H&M practically screams winter wonderland. I mean, it’s got reindeers on it, for goodness’ sake. And since we’ve been…
I want to tell you about a book that is very near and dear to my heart. It’s a beautiful, heart-warming story that I think any reader would appreciate and enjoy. Some of you might…
So let’s talk about skincare – or more specifically my Winter skincare routine. As the seasons change so do some of the skincare products that I use. I find myself reaching for more and more…
Although it’s officially 2022 this Colourpop collection has me in a 1920s state of mind. Colourpop released their Roaring Hearts Collection at the end of 2021 but it’s so good that I just had to…
Happy New Year! We made it to 2022 and you know what that means – new year, new things to learn and do. I learned a lot of new things in 2021 but 12 lessons…
Ever since I was a little girl I have been fascinated with New Year’s Eve – even more than New Year’s Day. I have a tendency to romanticize the idea of a new year coming…
Christmas is next week and that means your schedule is likely chalk full of activities. And with all of the events coming up on your calendar it can be a challenge to come up with…
I think it’s safe to say that Christmas time can be kind of hectic. The traffic is crazy, the lines are long, and your calendar can feel overwhelming. But even if you find yourself in…
Welcome to the Coody Christmas Cookie & Candy Extravaganza! I love baking all year round but Christmas time makes it feel extra special. I’ve started a little tradition where I take a Saturday in December…
As most of you know, I live in the great Southern state of Louisiana and while “sweater weather” time officially starts in the Fall for other months, in Louisiana “sweater weather” doesn’t begin until the…
I am obsessed with Amazon – they literally have almost anything that you can think of. And if you’re a Prime member you can shop from the comfort of your home and see your package…
December is finally here! Bring on the Christmas trees and lights and cookies and Hallmark movies and cozy pajamas and Christmas parties!!! If you’re a makeup enthusiast like me then you also look forward to…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And if you’ve been looking for a gift this is the place for you. I’ve compiled all kinds of gift ideas for almost everyone you can think…