Southern Living is taking your votes right now and until January 31st for the South's Tastiest Town Award. As I write this, Lafayette is leading by roughly 5, 000 votes. There is no doubt in my mind that we live in food heaven here in Lafayette…

My daughter and I went to the Acadian Village Wednesday night to see the lights. We arrived early and the walk through the village was a breeze. By the time we left, shortly after 7pm, the sidewalk was packed with people and traffic in the streets…

If you've been thinking about buying a home, mark you calendar and join us Saturday morning, December 10, at 11am at the library in Maurice. We'll be talking about the loan process, the types of loans available to buyers, the home buying process,…

We have so much to choose from in our area to celebrate the Christmas season. Here is a sampling of the activities being offered: Safari of Lights Nov. 25-27, Dec. 2-30; Daily 5-9 p. m. Zoo of Acadiana, Broussard $5 in advance, $6 at the door (337)…

This billboard made me laugh out loud when I saw it. It also made me realize that every day, we drive around and see dozens of billboards while very few will actually stick in our minds (or make us laugh). The message here is funny, memorable and to…

If you've been thinking about buying a home, mark you calendar and join us tonight (November 2nd) at 5:30 at the library in Maurice. We'll be talking about the loan process, the types of loans available to buyers, the home buying process, even…

Wow, the cool weather that moved in a couple of days ago is just in time for our annual Gumbo Cook-off in Lafayette. Join us tonight from 4:30 to 7:30 in Parc International downtown Lafayette for some great gumbo, great music (Geno Delafose is…

It is that time of year again: Festivals Acadiens & Creoles starts today in Lafayette, LA and it looks like the weather will be perfect! So head on down to Girard Park tonight. Music starts at 5:15 with Geno Delafosse and Christine Balfa,…

Home sales in River Ranch got a little boost in September as 6 homes were sold. This is the most sales in any given month so far this year. While sales were higher in Lafayette parish in August than they were in July and September ( see my post…

If you have been thinking about a career in real estate, you owe it to yourself to attend one of our informative sessions at Keller Williams. Not only will you learn about what it takes to be successful in real estate, but you will also learn about…

Lafayette's Cochon Restaurant is open for business as of today (september 15th) in Lafayette, LA. Cochon (pork in French) is located in River Ranch on the banks of the Vermilion River right by the Camellia Blvd bridge.   The restaurant…

I was not going to write anything about 9-11 today, mostly because every one is, and like me, many of you are probably feeling in 9-11 information overload. That said, I received an email from a friend this afternoon who reminded me about the…

Downtown Alive! (DTA! ) is back in Lafayette with its fall series of free concert! And again this season, there is a wonderful line-up of artists every one can enjoy in a family-friendly environment. And did I mention that it is free? DTA!…

You find that news shocking? What? You don't think this male real estate agent can have PMS? Of course he can (and DOES)! In fact, how could I NOT have PMS as a successful Listing Agent? PMS (PROFESSIONAL MARKETING SERVICES ) are essential…

I always loved photography. I am no professional but I believe that photography is like anyting else, it takes practice to become good and more practice to become great. I also have to admit that I am a fan of Teresa Boardman's blog and I love her…