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Giving Yourself Permission To Be Imperfect
In the big picture of life, whether the project is writing or something else entirely, sometimes we need permission for what we’re working on not to be perfect.
Studio Guest Sings His Karaoke Heart Out on Cover of Otis Redding’s ‘Sitting on the Dock of the Bay’ – Hot or Not?
We had a special guest in the studio this morning - a visitor from our corporate digital team who swung into town to help us get some rad posts up on 999KTDY.com.
What we didn't know is that he's a karaoke superstar.
Can You Guess This Famous Acadiana Landmark?
Click through to get the answer.
Three Cheers For The Olympic Underdogs
Who's ready for the Summer Olympics? Jan Risher is, and explains why she's such a fan, especially a fan of competitors from little-known countries.
Summer Heats Up Health Care Debate
The temperature isn't the only thing heating up the summer. The recent health care decision by the supreme court has people fired up as well.
Can There Be Happy Marriages In Louisiana?
A recent story listed the top 10 cities for happy marriages. Was any Louisiana city in the top 10? Questions abound regarding what makes these cities such a great place to be married.
99.9 KTDY Playlist – July 2012 Top Songs
Summer is heating up, and these songs aren't helping the temperatures go down. Here are the hottest 40 songs for the month of July.
An Open Letter To An Old Friend
Jan Risher -
Stay with me. This story goes back a long way.
In the fall of 1992, I was living in Washington, D.C., and couldn’t find a decent job to save my skin. I ended up temping. I answered phones. I had a college degree and had had a string of great jobs, but in the fall of 1992 in Washington, D...
Health Screening [AUDIO]
On today's segment of Wellnesss Wednesday, Dr Kevin discussed screening and prevention, and made a special offer for the wounded Warrior Project!
Click here to listen to the audio.
The Meaning Of Trust
Jan Risher -
I have come to love Seth Godin, not in the sense that my husband has cause for concern, but in the sense that I think he's brilliant and offers one of the best and most insightful takes on things that I've found in a good, long while...
Magic House Cleaning Fairies, Do They Exist?
Clearly, some children believe fairies take wing at night and pick up all the bits and pieces that land on the floor or cabinet or table. In their minds, tidy Tinkerbelles surely flit and fly and deal with all the things they’re just too busy — or otherwise preoccupied to take care of.
July 4th Fireworks Display in Lafayette – Red, White and BOOM!
Looking for fun for the entire family this July 4th? The Acadiana Symphony Orchestra and Conservatory of Music have teamed up with the Lafayette Convention and Visitors Commission and more to bring you Red, White & BOOM! at Parc International, Parc Sans Souci and Parc Putnam in Downtown Lafayette
Tips For Summer Vacation Preparation
Taking a big vacation with friends or family can be good for one and all, but there are also serious logistics involved in the organization process.
The Gratitude Game – A Lesson In Being Grateful
I’ve decided I’m going to focus on gratitude over the next few weeks. I’m going to try to do something every day to focus my energy and spirit on the bounty and beauty of my world.
Delicious, Unique Recipe For Burgers
Yep, the recipe for the best burgers I know includes Karo Syrup. Clearly, I have no shame.
Lafayette Youth Leadership Program Teaches Life Skills
The program is designed with fun activities that offer students an opportunity to enhance their confidence, their communication abilities and their relationship skills.
How To Start A Mother Daughter Book Club
My friend who recommended we start the mother/daughter book club said she and her recent college graduate daughter did it throughout her daughter’s middle and high school years. She said, sometimes the book of the month was their only safe topic of conversation and that the steadiness of meeting with a group of girls and moms each month was good for them both.
Life Lessons With A Jigsaw Puzzle
Last week, my daughters and I started and put together a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle in two days. It was a blast. The pieces were rather big and colorful and fun. The whole experience was joyful. Sitting with my daughters working on a jigsaw puzzle is just about as close to perfect as life can get for me.
What Do You Think Of The KTDY Car Now?
The KTDY car's exterior needed some TLC, so we asked the folks at Hulco Sign and Decal in Scott to help.
LA DOTD Prepared For Hurricane Season
The Louisiana department of Transportation and Development has announced its readiness for the 2012 hurricane season. Along with Louisiana State Police, LA DOTD is ready to implement contraflow in the New Orleans area should the need arise.