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Where My Journey Began
I grew up as an Air Force brat, but it wasn’t until I found myself in the wilds of Louisiana that my true adventure began. My book shares life-threatening stories, wild escapades, romance, and a few tearjerkers. From hiding in swamps to avoiding crawfish wrestlers, and even meeting headhunters in the Philippines — this is a journey you won’t forget.
Unleash Your Imagination
Dive into wild adventures, unforgettable characters, and the heart of Louisiana. Join me on a ride through survival, love, and the unexpected.
First Class Hunting
Tribute to Our Parents
Des Allemands , La.
Ret.Captain David B. Stidham Jr. – A fearless protector of our waters and family traditions.
Nelda Candies – The heart of our home, whose spirit continues to guide us.
This section is lovingly dedicated to our parents, Captain David B. Stidham Jr. and Nelda Candies. Their strength, warmth, and unwavering support have shaped our lives in countless ways. Through their stories, values, and love for the bayou, they continue to live on in all that we do.
Great Great Grandpa Jean Dufrene
Honoring Great Great Grandpa Jean Dufrene
Jean Dufrene was a pillar of strength and tradition in our family. His legacy continues to inspire generations with his resilience, dedication, and love for life on the bayou.
Stories From a Few Settlers
Some of my ancestors that was born and raised in Bois Choctaw
Ole Time Stories
Stories told by themselves or famiy members: Nelda Candies - Jeanne Dufrene Magee - Sharon Folse- Norman J Dufrene-Josie Freise Alexander - Joyce Schaubhut Donnaud
- Harold Dufrene(Leonell Sloan) - Felix Dufrene (Pam Trepainer Dufrene )
The Jean Dufrene Jr. Family They Had 7 Sons and 1 Daughter
Harold - Mitchell - Maloney - Felix - Antoine ,Henry and Raymond -
Antoine L. (PapaTony ) Dufrene was my great grandfather
He married Marie Boras (mamaVivi) they had 2
daughters , Jeanne Dufrene Magee and Helen Dufrene Dugas
Jeanne had LT and Nelda Candies
LT had Anthony, Wade & Donna Lynn Candies
Nelda had Barbara & Lil Nelda Stidham
Helen had Wayne & Manuel Dugas