I grew up in a place where it snows a lot. I loved it when I was a kid. Things changed when I got a job. I've spent nearly my entire adult life in Acadiana and it's the place I'm pleased to call home. I raised my children here, and my grandson Nathan is growing up here. When I was a kid, my brothers & I would "camp out' on the porch on summer nights, listening to a portable AM radio. We got great reception of stations in New York, Boston & even WLS out of Chicago. My favorite was "Cousin" Bruce Morrow. My brothers loved listening to it and I said "I want to do that"...
Steve Wiley
Steve Wiley’s Friends Have Lost Everything! Please Help
One of my oldest & dearest friends has lost everything...
You Should Drink Beer In The Shower! Here’s Why…
It's no secret drinking beer in moderation has several benefits. It reduces stress by releasing endorphins. Having a cold brew also aids in digestion. Did you know the stress reducing, mood elevating benefits are enhanced by drinking your favorite beer in the shower?...
Rice & Gravy Cookoff To Benefit Acadiana Hero Chris Lastrapes
Chris Lastrapes is an Acadiana hero. He's an officer with the Sunset police department, an EMT, and a volunteer firefighter. He devotes himself to saving lives. Now, Chris needs a kidney transplant to save his life.
Payton: Saints Not Looking For “Drew Brees Clone”
Saints head coach Sean Payton was asked about the team using the #27 overall pick in the 2018 draft...
Has Your Phone Number Been Hijacked?
My phone recently rang with my name displayed on the caller ID. When I answered, a recording said it was AT&T calling to say my account was suspended pending verification...
Why Do Jeans Have That Tiny Pocket?
Jeans are everyday wear for many of us. Have you ever wondered why they have that little pocket inside the right front pocket?..
Daylight Saving Time…Do You Love It?…Hate It?
This Sunday, (March 11th) we "spring forward ,and 2 am becomes 3 am. That begins daylight saving time for 2018. On November 4th, we "fall back'' reverting to Standard time. How do you feel about all this?...
What’s The Best Way To Pay Off Credit Card Debt?
Credit card debt can strangle you. Making the minimum p[ayment will have you in debt for what seems like forever. Minimum payments on $2,000 at 18% interest will take you 30 years, and you'll pay it back several times over...
How To Stop Those Irritating Spam Calls On Your Smartphone
You know the annoyance of grabbing your smartphone when it's ringing or vibrating, only to find it's one of those annoying robocalls. The Federal Trade Commission received about 375,000 complaints a month last year...