My mother asked me several times to write a book about she and some of her ancestors that lived off the land. I always said I couldn't write a book. Ten years after her death, i found a box of her things and a story she had written about herself. I knew then, it was time to write my mamas legend. From there, I wrote many other stories, including my life.
Hurrican Betsy hit us in 1965, the first year we were back home. that was quite an experience for just moving from California where it rarely. That was just the beginning of hurricanes and the hot humid climate. With everything else Louisiana has to offer, such as the Cajun cuisine, I'll take the heat any day.
Lagnaippe - means " a little something extra" In my book i have written several recipes for you to enjoy
