Hello Everybody,
This is not me.
I survived Mardi Gras. It was such fun. I really love New Orleans. The people are so friendly and the food was fantastic. And of course Mardi Gras itself was unforgettable. They sure know how to throw a party. I lost most of my pictures, but I did salvage a few. I would like to share one that I call Bachelor Number Three. He was quite charming. I never did get his name. He seemed annoyed though that I did not get his entire costume. He was wearing a kilt, but that picture is blurry, so this one will have to do.
I just loved the parades, especially Zulu, which was celebrating its 100th anniversary. I liked Zulu because their costumes reminded me of the Mummers parade in my hometown of Philadelphia. The Mummers parade is held on New Year's Day, and like Mardi Gras, the tradition goes way back. Below is a photo of the Krewe of Zulu, but they look just like Mummers. I always said Macy's has nothing on the Mummers. Well, they don't have anything on Mardi Gras either. I mean look at all those feathers and sequins. What's a girl to do!
My friend and I tried lots of restaurants including Antoine's, Deenies, The Court of Two Sisters, The Palace Cafe, and a few I can't remember. I tried oysters and lots of other seafood wherever we went. So I got inspired to have a giveaway of my Bombshell Soap. Just leave a comment. I will draw a winner in about one week using the random number site.
23 comments:
Oh Marie! I loved your pictures and stories about Mardi Gras. You lucky gal you! Bachelor #3...what can I say. Did he know he was having his picture taken by a Blonde Bombshell? I'm glad you survived. More stories please.
Susie of The Polka Dot Rose
Glad you had a good time at Mardi Gras. It's a shame you lost your pics. Glad you're home safe and sound.
Pat
Patricia Rose-A Potpourri of Fabric, Fragrance and Findings
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You're a hoot girl! All the restaurants sound amazing. Glad you had fun!!!
xoxo
Roxie
Hi Marie.....how fun! I haven't been to New Orleans in several years and never at Mardi Gras time....the pictures are great. :)
Pink hugs,
Debbie
Hi Marie! I'm so glad you enjoyed Mardi Gras! I'm sure it is a blast. It's been many years since I've been to New Orleans and I would love to go back. It's a wild and crazy city. Love the photos... they do go all out don't they! Did you get to hear some good jazz while you were there? I loved the food there too. We stopped for lunch at a little corner bar/restaurant the I believe was called Two Jacques just down the street from Cafe du Monde and the food was out of this world wonderful, we didn't realize we would be getting a 7 course meal but we were thrilled with every bit of it! Mmmmmm, now I'm craving bread pudding! You are sweet to have such a nice givaway! Thanks for sharing about your trip!! XOXO - Dianne
Hi Marie,
I love the pictures! It sounds like you had such a great time and ate lots of yummy food. That picture of Bachelor #3 cracked me up! LOL How sweet of you to do a giveaway. Thanks for sharing your trip!
hugs,
Carrie
Hello Marie,I'm so glad you had such a wonderful time.Mardi Gras can be gloriuos.All the food and music,merrymaking.Its unreal.I'm also glad you made it home safely. Don't feel bad that you could not call,I of all people would understand...LOL...Ive been battleing a heel of a chest cold going on 6 wks as of Thursday anyway.I'm finally going to the Dr. as a matter of fact today.I will email you about the upside down tree.Hugs Marie Antionette
Hi Marie, Sounds and looks like you had a blast! I have never been to New Orleans but hopefully one day, looks like so much fun! What a fun giveaway, pleazzzzze enter me in the drawing.
Helene
SistersGiftCompany.com
Hey, Marie! But did he :-)
Susan
www.thedutchrose.blogspot.com
Hi Marie,,, Mardi Gras looks fabulous. I am glad you had a great time. I love the pictures. The parades and floats are like no others for sure!
I love the amethyst soap below. You did an awesome job on that one! Have a great week.. hugs, gail
I have never had a chance to go...it would be fun to see! I am not much of a party person so it would have to be the sights. A blues club would be fun...so did you have a great time?
Marie
I have never been to Mardi Gras but felt like I had a front row seat with your fantastic pics and narrative. Woohoo, bachelor number 3 is smokin! LOL
Lisa
www.palepinkandroses.com
Hi Marie,
Sounds like you had a great time during the Mardi Gras Festival!
Hope you have a good week ahead!
Pei Li
Mardi Gras looks fun and colourful, thank you for sharing your tales
Hi Marie!
You lucky pinkie you! So glad to know you were in New Orleans and had fun at the Mardi Gras Festival. My kids call it Mardy Grass..lol Looove the guys big afro..lol How nice of you to offer a giveaway too. Good luck to all!
Have a fantastic week,
xxoo
Janet
Janets Creative Pillows
Marie,
Sounds like you had a great time. I love the food and you ate at some of my favorite restaurants! Thanks for sharing!
Pink hugs, Karen
Oh my, Marie, sounds like you had a fantastic time. So glad you shared that pic is NOT you! LOLOL
Hugs, Carol
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Marie, I love New Orleans too, but I haven't been back since Katrina. Thanks for reporting back to us! Loved your pictures too. Pink Hugs, Tedi
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That is so great that you went to Mardi Gras. I have always wanted to go and will someday. Thanks for sharing. kath
Hi Marie, I love Mardi Gras! And these pics came out great. Also I had to peel down at your other posts. I Love your new Amythest, great color!
Huggs, Nancy
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Well how fun was that! Oh boy I would love to go there sometime!
bunny hugs,
shell
I'm glad you had such a fun time Marie! That picture is too funny!
Hugs,
Eileen
www.forgetmenotdreams.blogspot.com
Marie, you lucky duck you! I've ALWAYS wanted to go to Mardi Gras. I'm glad you had a fantabulous time, and you're absolutely right...what IS a gal to do when surrounded by such fabulosity?! Thanks for stopping by and commenting my gift. :o) xoxo AndieBee
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