Gambel Girl

At Sunday’s Mass, the priest veered slightly from the expected Bible based homily to address the horrors of Uvalde.

As a non hodgkin’s lymphoma survivor, I try to stay involved with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) and support its various efforts.

Gambel Communications is known for making great connections… As we progress into our 14th year in business, we look back with enormous gratitude at those who have made us what we are today, and we recognize the incredible staff who have been Gambel Girls (and Guys) throughout the years.

Recently I have had the luxury of traveling near and far.

I love road trips! Traveling through seven states, a Sweet Briar College roommate and I reconnected with seven friends.

In the last few years, my team has helped companies navigate racial inequities, pandemic protocols and an array of other challenges.

With our country’s opening up after two years of being handicapped by COVID, businesses welcome this post pandemic chapter.

I delicately commented to a 6’4” friend that perhaps he should head back to the gym.

Being a remote grandmother has its advantages.

Rev. Monsignor Frank J. Giroir began his homily with this story at the recent wedding in the Academy of the Sacred Heart Chapel.

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.