Erica

Erica

@ericajohnson27.bsky.social

World traveler on my limited PTO, cocktail fan, Carolina girl, light green thumb, decent cook, public health (believer in science and evidence-based approaches - how novel!), #nola

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Erica
@ericajohnson27.bsky.social

Ah, the randomness of public transportation! Guy across the aisle on the metro, "ma'am, have you ever coached boxing?" Me: "no, I have not" 🤷🏼‍♀️

Erica
@ericajohnson27.bsky.social

It's very convenient that my hotel in DC is around the corner from where B spent literally months working. He gave me all the food tips.

Erica
@ericajohnson27.bsky.social

Synthetic isn't my favorite, but I will absolutely go. Skating is the only part of winter I miss.

NOLA.com@nolanews.bsky.social

Ice skating on the West Bank? Jefferson Parish Council approves $50k for synthetic rink. bit.ly/4B9j7xe

Erica
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We had our 1st stolen package at the new house. I knew it was only a matter of time. I work form home 4 of 5 days and try to make sure I pick delivery windows that work, but of course the post office decides to leave an expensive package on the stoop on the one day of the week I'm not home. 😒

Erica
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B has been saying since we moved in that he was going to build a box and refused to let me buy something. Time to move that up the project list.

Erica
@ericajohnson27.bsky.social

Tonight was fun, and we're home and in bed at a decent hour. Also thankful I carry earplugs in my purse at all times because that show was so loud.

Erica
@ericajohnson27.bsky.social

We purchased private flood insurance because it was cheaper than the NFIP. The system is definitely broken.

The Associated Press@apnews.com

As climate change increases the risk of flooding across many parts of the United States, fewer people are buying flood insurance.

bit.lyMillions who need flood insurance the most don’t have it as flawed federal program raises pricesAs climate change increases the risk of flooding across many parts of the United States, fewer people are buying flood insurance.
Erica
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As someone with long legs and a butt, trying to find a new pair of pants is a PITA series of order-return, order-return, order-return. It feels so wasteful (not to mention a waste of my time), but nobody stocks talls/long inseam in store.

Erica
@ericajohnson27.bsky.social

Between a run yesterday, gardening this morning, two days of riding a bike (after a year+ off), and sitting on the metal bleachers at Yulman, my entire lower half hurts.

Erica
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This is a big loss for Carnival parades. Their band was great!

NOLA.com@nolanews.bsky.social

L. B. Landry High School, a West Bank high school with a loyal alumni network that has low enrollment and test scores, will close at the end of the school

bit.lyThis West Bank high school will close next year as leaders cite low enrollment, financial strainL. B. Landry High School, a West Bank high school with a loyal alumni network that has low enrollment and test scores, will close at the end of the school
Erica
@ericajohnson27.bsky.social

I've been waiting on a live plant shipment that was supposed to arrive yesterday (even worked from home to be ready to receive), but it never arrived. Now it seems to be stuck in Olive Branch MS for a second day and may not arrive until tomorrow. I hope those babies survive! They were expensive!

Erica
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I just moved from reading glasses to progressives, and I'm trying to give myself time to adjust, but I think the middle distance - which I need for computer-based work - is off. It's super frustrating to try to get work done wearing these!

Erica
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I don't know why, but I just thought of the delicious mushroom toast from Mimi's. Ave Pub used to have one, as well. I wish I knew someplace that still had a version!

Erica
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Between car repair, picking up custom framed posters, and picking up prescription eye and sunglasses, this has been the most expensive Friday in recent memory.

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Stephanie Porras
@periodeye.bsky.social

New Orleans people - does anyone have experience filing a title insurance claim? And/or getting a title company that screwed up a previous sale to maybe expedite a situation/pay damages for delaying a sale?

Erica
@ericajohnson27.bsky.social

My car pings my phone when the door is left unlocked while parked, and since it is currently in the shop, I'm getting SO many notifications. At least I know they are working on it, I guess!