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1Ram’s confession, Goodell’s opportunity and Saints celebrations

Ram’s confession, Goodell’s opportunity and Saints celebrations

Jan 21, 2019

The internet’s abuzz with outrage over NFC Championship game referees’ failure to call blatant pass interference and helmet-to-helmet penalties, ultimately costing the New Orleans Saints a shot at Super Bowl LIII. It’s not just the fans. It’s the media. Let’s consider the evidence. And explore the possibilities. The play: It’s been documented by countless photos […]

2A love letter to the New Orleans Saints

A love letter to the New Orleans Saints

Jan 20, 2019

Dear Drew, Sean and all of our New Orleans Saints, That sound you hear is the collective resonance of die hards’ hearts breaking throughout the city, the state, and yes, even throughout the nation. But it’s not what you think. There’s a good possibility you’ll have a sleepless night as you replay today’s game in […]

38 Great Opportunities for NOEW Entrepreneurs

8 Great Opportunities for NOEW Entrepreneurs

Mar 22, 2017

It’s one of the world’s premier events for entrepreneurs. New Orleans has been hailed as one of the most creative cities in the world, and deemed by Inc. magazine as the “Coolest Startup City in America.” The latter is just one of many titles bestowed upon the Crescent City, joining a long list of honors […]

4Pete Fountain, his passing and his final procession

Pete Fountain, his passing and his final procession

Aug 19, 2016

[layerslider id=”2″] On August 6, 2016, a part of New Orleans’ musical soul died. That’s the day legendary musician Pete Fountain was called home. Though he had struggled for over a decade with health issues, his passing was unexpected. And it sent shock waves throughout the community. In a city filled with musicians, Fountain was […]

5It takes an Idea Village: thank you, Tim Williamson

It takes an Idea Village: thank you, Tim Williamson

Jun 16, 2016

This morning, it was announced that Idea Village CEO Tim Williamson made the difficult decision leave the company he founded to accept a position as President of Nola Media Group. This letter is in response to the news, expressing sentiments that, undoubtedly, are shared by many of the entrepreneurs whose lives have been forever altered […]

6Chris Rose and the Magical Musical Mystery History Tour

Chris Rose and the Magical Musical Mystery History Tour

May 28, 2016

Public Relations Society of America/New Orleans 2017 Fleurish Award of Excellence recipient/Blog Post If you ask any New Orleanian to name the city’s greatest music ambassador, the response you’re most likely to hear is “Louis Armstrong.” If you ask the name of its most authentic, no holds barred, tell it like it is ambassador, those […]

7Sinkhole de Mayo, New Orleans style

Sinkhole de Mayo, New Orleans style

May 5, 2016

Here in New Orleans, we celebrate everything. We start with festivals for all occasions, with homages to frogs and alligators, gumbo and meat pies, seafood, strawberries and more. Jazz Fest is just as much Jazz Feast, with insanely delectable fare. If it rains, we don’t pack up and go home. We pull out umbrellas, don rubber boots […]

8The Passion, Destiny and Divine Intervention.

The Passion, Destiny and Divine Intervention.

Mar 23, 2016

A God Wink that led to a Garth Brooks encounter Do you believe in Destiny? That’s the question I posed on the very first post that kicked off The Right Brain Diaries blog in October of 2014. Over the next few months, I shared the chapters of an epic adventure with a real life fairy tale […]

9The Epidemic of Entitlement: response to Tulane students’ petition

The Epidemic of Entitlement: response to Tulane students’ petition

Mar 17, 2016

Recently, when reading the news online, I stumbled upon a headline that stunned me. The story reported that a small group of Tulane students were dissatisfied with the university’s announcement that the very accomplished journalist and Today Show host Hoda Kotb had been selected to deliver the Class of 2016’s commencement address. The students declared […]

10Katrina Water Line – John Doherty, artist

Katrina Water Line – John Doherty, artist

Aug 23, 2015

Limited edition of 2015 for the Tenth Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina This handmade steel Hurricane Symbol is an new, slightly larger version of the original symbol which was an edition size of 80 that debuted in the winter of 2005. The piece was originally designed to be hung at the level of Hurricane Katrina’s storm […]

11Do You Know What It Means to Miss New Orleans? – Adam Sambola, Artist

Do You Know What It Means to Miss New Orleans? – Adam Sambola, Artist

Jul 26, 2015

Inspired by New Orleans’ own Harry Connick, Jr. This oversized ceramic bowl features Adam Sambola’s iconic “RedBean the Crawfish” encircled by piano keys and performing the song near and dear to all New Orleanians hearts. The song became an anthem for those who were forced to evacuate due to Katrina, and a celebration when they […]

12Swamp Mist- Phil Galatas, artist

Swamp Mist- Phil Galatas, artist

Jul 22, 2015

Born and reared on Bayou Liberty in Slidell, artist Phil Galatas began painting in high school, and his subject matter was always Louisiana inspired. He was influenced tremendously by the water, marsh, trees and culture of the state’s beautiful scenery. After earning a degree in Commercial Art, Phil served four years in the Air Force, […]

13Six 2 Seven Bourbon by Nelle Landry

Six 2 Seven Bourbon by Nelle Landry

Jul 22, 2015

Autographed by Channing Tatum. SOLD. In the artist’s words: When Channing Tatum’s mom invites you (and 20 of your favorite church lady friends) to join her for lunch at her son’s restaurant, Saints & Sinners, how can your response be anything but “laissez les bons temps roulez”? Great food and service met a great company […]

14Three Piano Men – Tami Curtis, artist

Three Piano Men – Tami Curtis, artist

Jul 17, 2015

SOLD. Inspired by Allen Toussaint, Professor Longhair and Dr. John. The original of Three Piano Men is on permanent display in the Memphis Blues Hall Of Fame. The artwork also was featured in Billboard Magazine in a story about the museum. In the artist’s words: When people ask me ‘How long did it take you […]

15Risen – Devin Boutwell

Risen – Devin Boutwell

Jul 17, 2015

Autographed by Tony Hawk. SOLD. Auctioned on CharityBuzz. Devin Boutwell’s hand carved skateboard, “Risen,” was inspired by his hero, Tony Hawk. It’s symbolic of the many Katrina warriors who rose through the challenges of Hurricane Katrina, becoming stronger and more resilient as a result. It was art and the desire to create that paved a […]

16Hope Always Rises – Kim Bergeron, artist

Hope Always Rises – Kim Bergeron, artist

May 28, 2015

Inspired by “Hope Floats” – Garth Brooks, Harry Connick, Jr. and Sandra Bullock. I remember sitting in a movie theater, back in 1998, entranced by Hope Floats, starring Harry Connick, Jr. and Sandra Bullock. There was something about that movie that touched something deep within my heart and soul, and to this day, it remains […]

17To Sir [Paul], with love.

To Sir [Paul], with love.

Oct 11, 2014

One of the things I most love about our community is how so many people come together to rally for a good cause. Today, my Leadership Northshore colleagues gathered in Olde Towne Slidell for the Pumpkin Fest, an event they founded three years ago. That Leadership team includes East St. Tammany Habitat for Humanity President […]

18On becoming a famous Bug.

On becoming a famous Bug.

Oct 8, 2014

Today’s inspiration comes from my eight year old granddaughter, who peered over my shoulder as I conducted a quick email check. “Nana, what are you doing?” “I’m checking my email for some important news. I’ve been trying to make arrangements for some famous people to sign this piano that Miss Lori created, so we can […]

19When Fate steps in and the Starrs align: Two Beatles. One Piano. And an opportunity to make a difference.

When Fate steps in and the Starrs align: Two Beatles. One Piano. And an opportunity to make a difference.

Oct 7, 2014

    On my last post, I spoke of Destiny, and how sometimes the planets and the stars align in such a way that we cannot ignore them. Little did I know that the universe had yet more Starrs to shine: those of Ringo Starr and the All Starr Band, and an upcoming concert on […]

Ringo Starr

The Beatles piano auction has ended with a bid of $98,888

This website initially was created to chronicle the quest for autographs from Sir Paul McCartney and Sir Ringo Starr on a piano created for East St. Tammany Habitat for Humanity.  The epic journey is chronicled here: The Beatles Adventures, with posts featuring the signings here: Starr Struck and Sir Paul Says, “Yes.”

The auction listing is featured here: CharityBuzz.com. Proceeds from the auction have enabled East St. Tammany Habitat for Humanity to provide an affordable home for a deserving veteran and his or her family.

CHARITY BUZZ AUCTIONS FOR HABITAT

Our CharityBuzz auctions of autographed works have ended. To see all of the artists’ works, click here: Hope for Habitat.
Pictured: Fiddle by Adam Sambola, signed by Charlie Daniels and band.

ACCOLADES

Public Relations Society of America – New Orleans:

Silver Anvil Award/Special Event 2018-2019 – Blackout & Gold Second Line

Fleurish Award of Excellence/Social Media Campaign, 2018-2019

Fleurish Award of Excellence/Blog Post, 2017

Certificate of Merit/Blog 2017

Fleurish Award of Excellence/Blog 2016

Fleurish Award/Best of Category, Social Media, 2015

Press Club of New Orleans Excellence in Journalism Awards:

First Place – PR Special Events – Blackout & Gold Second Line

Finalist – Lifestyle Blog, 2017

Public Relations Association of Louisiana – New Orleans:

Flambeaux Certificate of Merit, Special Event, 2018

Flambeaux Award, Best Website, 2016

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