Native of Carencro, Louisiana. I graduated from Carencro High in 2007 and the University of Louisiana in 2011.
Sam Stokes
The Most Amazing Video You’ll Watch Today
We've often marveled at Michael Jordan's prolific play in the air, but what about a man who refuses to leave the ground?
Can People Change? – Deep Thought Of The Week
Anyone that has ever been in a crappy relationship has at some point wondered, "can people change?" And while change is an accepted fact of life, change in people is slow and often hard to see.
Mardi Gras In One Sentence
It's funny to think that while we are mid swing in our Mardi Gras celebration, most of the country is plugging away at another regular old work week. Growing up in South Louisiana it is sometimes hard to imagine life with out Mardi Gras, but for most of the country this is the sad reality.
Are You Living In Reality? – Deep Thought of the Week
One of the most difficult lessons to learn as you grow and face different hardships and happy times is that there is no one reality.
The ‘What My Friends Think I Do’ Meme Has Gotten Out Of Control
Facebook, we have a problem.
In the past few weeks an internet meme sensation has hit Facebook like a swift kick to the unmentionables. And the long term black and blue effects may be just as painful and just as sever.
Mardi Gras Dos & Don’ts For First Timers
Mardi Gras is fast approaching and soon guest bedrooms and couches will be filled with out-of-town friends and family looking to enjoy the festival season. In order to ensure these first timers have just as good a time as long time Mardi Gras veterans, here are a few dos and don'ts to pass along.
Mardi Gras 2012 Schedule Of Events
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It's carnival time again! All over Acadiana, preparations are taking place to celebrate Mardi Gras 2012. From the Mardi Gras Balls to the parades, here's a list of what's going on and when here in Acadiana for Mardi Gras 2012. (UPDATE - Youngsvi...
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You Know You Are A Lafayette Mardi Gras Veteran If …
For long time South Louisiana residents, surviving the Mardi Gras marathon has become an art form. It takes talent, experience, and street smarts. Here are a few ways to tell that you've got what it takes to call yourself a Mardi Gras veteran.
Five Reasons Why Valentine’s Day Sucks
I've been single on Valentines Day, and I've been in relationships on Valentines Day. Trust me, the grass ain't any greener. It sucks for everybody.
Is Somebody Watching You? – Deep Thought Of The Week
You ever get the feeling somebody is paying more attention to you then they are letting on? Chances are, it's true.
Acadiana’s Parade Rundown For Saturday – Feb. 11
Okay Acadiana, you've been been patient long enough. It's all about to get started. Just a few more hours left before the streets of Lafayette transform into festival ground zero.
Five Accessories Only Acceptable During Mardi Gras
Mardi Gras is a celebration of decadence. It is a holiday of fun, excitement, and individuality. During Mardi Gras, social norms fly out the window and a laissez faire attitude prevails just about everywhere.
Are You Ready For Mardi Gras?
You can almost smell the king cake in the air. It's early spring in Acadiana and for just about everyone, this means one thing; Mardi Gras.
Can Guys & Girls Just Be Friends? – Deep Thought Of The Week
Of course guys and girls can be friends, but what about when that friendship grows passed the traditional to a closer relationship. Can guys and girls really become close friends without wanting or expecting something more? The short answer; it's complicated.
The Top 10 People You Don’t Want At Your Super Bowl Party
The Superbowl is nearly upon us, and for millions of Americans that means one thing, Superbowl parties. Soon, living rooms will around the country will be filled up with chicken wings, assorted dips, and football fans.
Reasons Why It Sucks To Be Eli Manning And Why It Doesn’t Suck To Be Tom Brady
It sucks to be Eli Manning and it doesn't to be Tom Brady. Here's why.
Why Are They Famous? – 7 Of The Least Talented Celebrities
You won't find people like Paris Hilton, Kim Kardashian, or Carmen Electra on this list. No, this list is reserved for those with even less talent. The celebrities who became famous simply for knowing other celebrities. The moochers of the celebrity world.
Why Do Guys Fight In Bars? – Deep Thought Of The Week
Sure, you can blame it all on testosterone and alcohol, and sometimes it's about girls or other disagreements, but so many times bar fights erupt for no good reason. And if testosterone and alcohol truly are the culprits, why then does it seem like some boys are more likely to fight than others? Let's take a deeper look.
Louisiana’s Takeover Of Reality TV
After sitting through about 10 minutes of MTV's newest reality show "Caged" following the lives of aspiring MMA fighters from Shreveport/Bossier, I realized two things.
1. For MMA fighters, these guys sure talk about their feelings a lot.
2. The only reason I was watching was because these guys were from Louisiana.
Why Does Your Ex Still Care Who You Date? – Deep Thought Of The Week
The continued interest in your love life from an ex after a relationship has run its course and both parties have seemingly moved on emotionally can be confusing.
Why do they care who I'm dating now? Does this mean they still have feelings for me...