Gambel Girl

During the holidays, a friend mentioned that rather than the traditional red and green, I still donned my signature neutral wardrobe.

What better time of year to hone your affable attributes than the holidays? Much like social media platforms, networking “in the flesh” requires a certain strategy.

Gambel Communications’ passion is putting people and ideas together.

I founded Gambel Communications in 2009 with the express intent of working with clients, especially nonprofits, who were making a difference in our community.

One of my pet peeves is people attending a meeting unprepared to take notes.

With the COVID vaccine giving rise to in-person gatherings, people are challenged with re-learning the art of small talk.

To understand the role of female friendships, look to the wild where long-lasting relationships between females is the basis for social life.

Every July, my grandchildren visit me in Pass Christian. Not only do I treasure this time because of our beach activities

Summer conjures up memories of required summer reading.

Recently a friend and I took our first pandemic vacation.

During this pandemic year, I have logged notable changes: We received our new office’s occupancy license on March 13, 2020.

Milestone birthdays are a time to reflect on life’s journey while plotting the next chapter.

Years ago, I attended a discussion among former Senator John Breaux and former Congressmen Bob Livingston and Billy Tauzin.

Enough of 2020. Seven has taken its place for me – at least for now.

Thankfully hurricane season is nearly over, and with Zeta causing massive destruction in both New Orleans and the Mississippi Coast, I experienced a double whammy.

October is my favorite month.

Aug. 29 marked the 15th  anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, and I remember the weeks after the storm being a PR professional’s “moment.”

Sunday was my first Mother’s Day without my mom.

As the decade closes, I reflect on two profound losses.

Recently, a young colleague was fixated on having her “social justice” voice heard, and she believed that rallies and marches were the best way to effect change.

Growing up, the dinner table was sacrosanct. Whether red beans and rice Mondays or chipped

I met Cokie Roberts several times, usually with her mom, Lindy Boggs, or through the Academy of the Sacred Heart.

I have traveled lots lately, and that means time. There is time online identifying the best fares and schedules; time…

Age is just a number, right? I feel younger, healthier and more self-assured than my years might suggest.

Often it is difficult to visit someone who does not remember. But does that really matter? I recently read “The Present Moment in Dementialand,” which explains: You probably don’t remember your first birthday party, but your parents celebrated it.

It is always nice to receive compliments, and during our 10th anniversary, I am particularly proud of our staff, for whom I hear praise regularly.

With Mardi Gras 2019 wrapped, the Gambel Girls needed a dose of creativity to avoid withdrawal. A story from The Dubai 100 was inspiration: create three-word horror stories.

Although Mardi Gras is over, merriment continues. Next month marks the tenth anniversary of Gambel Communications.

What an exciting time to be a New Orleanian! On the heels of our 2018 Tricentennial, we are experiencing the convergence of Mardi Gras and our amazing Saints.

If there were a word of the year, thus far in January, “lifting” would be it. We lifted towering smokestacks on the Riverboat Louis Armstrong which is scheduled to welcome guests this spring. The same day, we lifted the final beam of 731 St. Charles Ave., a historic New Orleans building conversion, and later lifted the hopes of school counselors with a panel discussion on addiction presented by Longbranch Healthcare.