Let Fat Tuesday begin! What am I doing at a computer typing this rather than out there capturing coconuts and belly-dancing to the marching bands of Krewe of St. Ann? Why I wanted to greet my readers on a great day for New Orleans. And what a fine day it is! In full defiance of the hurricane that almost closed this city down for good, the sun shines on New Orleans and residents and tourists are out and about in colorful costumes and comfortable clothes, as the display of Carnival spirit should be.
Time for food, hydration, supplies and out there again!
Here’s to the late, great Professor Longhair and the city he loved so well!
Going to New Orleans, I want to see the Mardi Gras …
Got my ticket in my hand, I want to go to New Orleans.
Have fun.
I just got a Hayde’s King Cake in the mail.
I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw it!
I hope you’re having a wonderful night, Maitri. I’ve been thinking of you all day.
Let the good times roll, Maitri.
aww man, your birthday falls on the first day of Lent? Damn! Oh wait, you’re not really Catholic. Awesome. You get to party both days. :-)
Happy Birtday my Lady (courtesy of Lady Brimful), and may this year bring great prosperity and renewal to both you and your city.
dude———happy birthday (mar.1), happy mardi gras, and happy lent, if you partake.
i hope you gots my email. been thinking of you all day (wed) and yesterday (tuesday).
happy birthday (mar.1), happy mardi gras, and happy lent, if you partake.
Shouldn’t that be “don’t partake” ? :)
Otherwise, I second that: happy birthday, Maitri !
Hey, Happy b’day!