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Cool Ways to Beat the Heat Indoors

Updated: Jun 19

Summer in New Orleans got your crawling up the walls? Fear not! We've got some cool, clever, and original ways to beat the heat and avoid that cabin fever.



Whether you're into art, gaming, indoor greenery, cultural exploration, exercise, or just an excellent ol' time, we've got you covered! Let's dive in and explore how each Cool Murphy team member stays cool, creative, and entertained during these scorching summer days!




šŸŽØ Jess Rocco's Artful Escapes

Our award-winning photographer, Jess Rocco, knows how to turn up the coolness by transforming her snapshots into fabulous pieces of art on canvas.

Not only does she beat the heat in her air-conditioned, in-home studio, but she also enjoys leveling up her home.

The daughter of a contractor, she also loves exploring her artistic side by taking on home improvement projects. "Building shelves, painting, really anything," no job is too small or ambitious to keep Jess from keeping busy at home.


When Jess wants some indoor fun someplace else, she heads to Micks for pinball and enjoys movie nights at The Drifter or The Broad. Oh, and you can also find her sipping on mimosas and exploring the indoor art market at 12 Mile during Sunday brunch. Something tells me she enjoys bringing the inspiration back home!



šŸŽ® Brittany Jasper's Gaming Paradise

If there's one thing Brittany Jasper, our secret video game nerd, knows, it's how to have a blast while blasting the AC. She loves mini escapes in the form of virtual adventures via her PS5. Her favorite is The Sims, but she also loves Tomb Raider, "basically, anything that involves blasting zombies is good with me."


She treats herself to a spa day when she needs self-care elsewhere. The solace of a plunge pool helps her unwind and forget about the climbing temps outside.


But, when it's socialization, she's after Brittany joins local trivia nights all year round for a fun time with friends. She's solid at movie trivia, but something tells me she'd be good with gamer and zombie trivia too!




šŸŒæ Darcie Braai's Indoor Oasis

Darcie Braai has got that indoor green thumb magic! With about twenty indoor plants to her name, she brings the outside indoors when it's too hot to venture outdoors.

But that's not allā€”she stays flexible with indoor yoga to keep her mind and body chill. And when it's game night, she gets cozy with blankets, pillows, and popcorn for some quality family fun time.

But when it's time to find some me time away from the kids and pets, Darcie loves going out for a great cocktail at Bar Tonique with her hubby and friends. Is an indoor cocktail garden in Darcie's future? It might could be.




šŸ›ļø Sara Skjerli's Cultural Adventures

For Sara Skjerli, staying cool means finding peace and quiet in the air-conditioned halls of New Orleans' many amazing museums. Whether it's The Ogden, Mardi Gras World, or the Sazerac House, she immerses herself in the city's rich history and culture.


But when ready for some active relaxation, she heads to the Smash Zone on the West Bank. She shares that letting off steam by breaking things can be surprisingly therapeutic! I hope she remembers to keep the two hobbies separate. Just kidding, Sara!





šŸŽµ Elisa Cool Murphy's Summer Mix

As for me, Elisa Cool Murphy, I've got a few creative ways to stay cool!

First off, JAM NOLA is my go-to spot in Marignyā€”it's creative, bold, and brilliant, just like the neighborhood and its residents. And speaking of creativity, I love taking online courses to learn and grow.

Last year, I got certified in home staging, and this year, I'm expanding my real estate and design skills. You can bet I'll be sharing cool tips and tricks with all of you!


When the cabin fever starts creeping in, I take my dogs for an air-conditioned ride with the music blasting, and trust me, singing along like nobody's listening is a fantastic destresser. Come to think of it, so is dancing with my pets like no one is looking, and let's hope no one is!

And if all else fails, you'll find me at The New Orleans Athletic Club, basking in the coolness of indoor pools and getting my move on under strong ACā€”it's one of my happy places in NOLA!



So, my cool friends, there you have itā€”our team's guide to beating the summer heat and avoiding cabin fever in New Orleans.


Stay smart, creative, and cool y'all, and you'll avoid that cabin fever. When you're ready to upgrade your cabin altogether, think of Team Cool Murphy! šŸŽ·šŸŒˆšŸŒž



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