Notarized by Cristy

03/18/2026

📘 POP QUIZ:

A person comes to a notary to sign an affidavit.
They do not have a valid ID, but the notary personally knows them and can identify them with certainty.

Can the notary proceed?

A. Yes
B. No
C. Only if two witnesses identify the person
D. Only if the person brings ID later

Drop your answer below 👇

03/17/2026

This caught my attention because it hits close to home.

I have close relatives who are seniors, and they were under the impression that filling out the FAFSA was required to graduate. Either that… or there was some confusion in communication. 🤷🏻‍♀️

So I wanted to share this for awareness.

From what’s being clarified here:
➡️ FAFSA is not required to graduate
➡️ FAFSA is only required if you’re seeking federal student aid

That’s a big distinction — and one families should clearly understand.

If you have a senior this year, it may be worth double-checking what’s being communicated at your school so there’s no unnecessary stress or confusion.

Sharing in case this helps someone else.

YEARLY REMINDER: Students do NOT, I repeat do NOT have to fill out a FAFSA form to graduate from high school nor to obtain TOPS scholarships in Louisiana.

If any school official or teacher or anyone else in a position of authority tells you that you (for your minor child) have to fill one of those out, ask them to call your local legislator or call the Department of Education.

Those days are PAST. They are gone.

NOW: If you want or need federal assistance, you will have to fill one out. But, if your student is not pursuing federal student aid, there is absolutely NO requirement to fill out that form.

My office is 337 396 7808. Please call or have your Superintendent's office if anyone has any questions.

thanks.

03/14/2026

📘 The Louisiana Notary exam intimidates a lot of people.

And honestly… it should.

It’s one of the most challenging professional exams in Louisiana.

But here’s the part most people don’t realize:

Passing the exam is only the beginning.

Understanding how to actually use the authority of a Louisiana notary — that’s where the real journey starts.

Right now I’m in the middle of working on several things for this community:

✔ Recording the remaining chapters in my latest Study With Me video series from the Louisiana Notary Study Guide
✔ Creating new content for people who recently passed the exam and are wondering “what now?”
✔ And building something much bigger designed to help people truly understand Louisiana notarial law and practice.

This is a topic I care deeply about because I know how overwhelming the study guide can feel at first.

If you’re currently studying for the exam — or thinking about taking it — stay tuned.

A lot more help is on the way.

And if you know someone preparing for the Louisiana Notary exam, feel free to share this with them.

— Cristy

03/11/2026

In my YouTube ‘Study With Me’ series, the video on Chapter 7 is officially up. 🎉

And yes… it’s over 30 minutes long.

But if you’re serious about passing the Louisiana Notary Exam, this chapter is not one you rush through.

In this Study With Me session, we cover The Office of Notary Public in Louisiana — including:

• Appointment and qualification requirements
• Bonding and insurance rules
• Commission validity and suspension
• Dual commissions
• The de jure vs. de facto notary doctrine
• Annual reporting requirements
• When a commission becomes invalid

This chapter is heavily tested because it defines whether a notary has authority to act at all. If the commission isn’t valid, nothing else matters.

We follow the book closely so you can read along, take notes, and build real understanding — not just memorize definitions.

If you’re preparing for the Louisiana Notary Exam, this one is foundational.

🎧 Watch here: 👇

If this series is helping you, share it with someone else studying. Let’s build competent notaries.

STUDY WITH ME: Audio Notes for the Louisiana Notary ExamChapter 7 — The Office of Notary Public in LouisianaThis video is part of my Study With Me audio note...

03/02/2026

📘 Let’s check your understanding of this scenario:

A notary is asked to notarize a signature on a document that was signed yesterday outside of their presence. The signer appears today and confirms it is their signature.

Can the notary proceed?

A. Yes
B. No
C. Only if two witnesses are present
D. Only if the document is re-signed

Drop your answer below.

03/01/2026

MYTH: If something feels fair, it’s probably the correct answer.

FACT: The Louisiana notary exam doesn’t test fairness. It tests statutory accuracy.

Answer like the Civil Code — not like common sense.

02/28/2026

📘 Here’s a POP QUIZ:

A seller signs an authentic act of sale but later claims they did not read the document and did not understand one of the provisions.

Is the act invalid?

A. Yes, because consent was not fully informed
B. Yes, if the seller proves misunderstanding
C. No, failure to read does not automatically invalidate an authentic act
D. Only if the buyer knew the seller did not read it

Comment your answer below. I’ll post the explanation later.

02/19/2026

Love seeing local events like this happening in our area ❤️

If you enjoy antiques, vintage finds, or just browsing something different — this looks like a fun weekend stop.

🗓 April 10–12
📍 Washington, LA

Supporting small businesses and local vendors always matters.

If you would like to be an outdoor vendor for our antique fair and yard sale, please call the number below.
1-337-826-3580

Friday, Saturday, Sunday 9-5
123 S. Church St.
Washington, La. 70589

02/09/2026

Not every study session feels productive.
Some feel messy. Confusing. Unfinished.

Those sessions aren’t wasted — they’re part of the process.
If you’re preparing for the Louisiana notary exam, keep going. Understanding often comes after confusion.

Save this for the days studying feels hard.

02/08/2026

Sunday reminder:
Feeling unsure doesn’t mean you’re failing — it means you’re stretching into new understanding.

This exam is heavy because the responsibility is real.
Take it one concept at a time.

You’re building competence, not just confidence.