Nerdy Living: Explore Fandom, Family, and Fun with the Nola Nerd Couple

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Welcome to Nerdy Living on Nola Nerd Couple, a space where we celebrate the joy of parenting, teaching, and living in New Orleans with a nerdy twist.

This is your one-stop guide to all things parenting, family life, and New Orleans culture, brought to you by a nerdy family who lives and breathes pop culture. Whether you’re here to dive into our love for teaching, explore our parenting stories, or get a taste of our NOLA adventures, you’re in the right place.

Landing pages like this are designed to guide you to the heart of our mission, making it easy to connect with the stories and topics you care about most.

Our goal? To create a space tailored to your search intent—whether you’re here to explore fandoms, learn something new, or find relatable family stories


What is Nerdy Living?

You might be wondering, what exactly is Nerdy Living? For us, it’s about embracing the things that bring us joy and sharing them with others. It’s celebrating the small, nerdy moments in life—like introducing our daughter to Mo Willems’ hilarious books or debating which Star Wars character is the best teacher (spoiler: it’s Obi-Wan, but don’t tell Yoda).

It’s also about connection. We want this to be a space where families, fans, and curious minds come together. Whether you’re here for parenting stories, teaching tips, or New Orleans adventures, there’s a little something for everyone.


What You’ll Find Here

We’ve divided our blog into four categories to make it easy for you to explore the things you love most:

New Orleans: Celebrating Life in the Crescent City

Two goofballs enjoying nerdy living at the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden
Nerdy Living: Enjoying the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden

New Orleans isn’t just a city; it’s a character in our story. Even after traveling the world, we always find ourselves drawn back to its vibrant streets, soulful music, and unforgettable food. Whether we’re exploring famous graves in Metairie Cemetery or enjoying events like Hogs for the Cause, NOLA continues to inspire us.

Mrs. Nola Nerd has spent most of her life in the Greater New Orleans area. Although Mr. Nola Nerd grew up in Lafourche Parish and has never actually lived in New Orleans, he worked for three years in the New Orleans Parish Public Schools. Unfortunately, Hurricane Katrina led to the permanent closure of his school. He cherished every moment of that job, as it provided him with a deep understanding of the city, given that the school served students from all over New Orleans.

Why it matters: New Orleans is more than a backdrop or a place to visit; it’s part of who we are. We hope to inspire you to explore its magic, whether you’re visiting for the first time or discovering hidden gems. We live close enough to understand how the city works (and sometimes doesn’t). Even though we have been to Paris, London, and Rome, this city is still our favorite.

Nerdy living includes adventures to new places: A mom and daughter at Great Mammoth Cave National Park
Nerdy Parenting often means having adventures like visiting the Great Mammoth Cave National Park

Parenting: Adventures in Family Life

Parenting in a nerdy household is an adventure all its own. From introducing our daughter to the joy of Mo Willems’ books to navigating Girl Scout events in City Park, we’re all about creating fun, meaningful moments.

We don’t take ourselves too seriously as parents. Our only goal is to raise a healthy child in both mind and body.

Why it matters: Family life can be chaotic, but it’s also full of wonder. We aim to share ideas and experiences that other families can connect with, helping you create your special memories.

Teaching: Learning Through a Nerdy Lens

As educators, we’re passionate about making learning engaging and meaningful. Whether it’s exploring primary sources in social studies or finding inspiration in Star Wars, we bring creativity and curiosity to the classroom.

Why it matters: Teaching isn’t just a job; it’s a way to inspire the next generation. We hope our experiences spark ideas for both educators and lifelong learners.

Living: Cooking, Creativity, and Daily Life

Chicken Wings from the Big Green Egg Mini Max
Chicken Wings from the Big Green Egg Mini Max

This category is where we share the little things that make up the big picture of our lives. From experimenting with new recipes to writing creatively about our daily experiences, this is the space for our personal stories and passions. In other words, this is where things go when they don’t quite fit anywhere else. But by including them, you may get a better understanding of who we are as people!

Whether you’re here for cooking tips, relatable life stories, or a bit of creativity, this category has something for everyone.


Join the Conversation!

We’d love to hear from you! Here are a few questions to spark the discussion:

  • What’s your favorite fandom or family tradition?
  • What’s your favorite part of nerdy living?
  • Is it parenting, cooking, fandoms, or something else entirely?

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Or, drop a comment below and share your story. Let’s keep the conversation going and inspire each other to embrace all the nerdy and wonderful moments of life!