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This year’s Krewe du Vieux parade was excellent! The French Quarter’s only parade came tromping through the streets of Marigny and the French Quarter with all its characteristic sarcasm and playful mockery. The theme, “Habitat for Insanity” truly hit home.

Floats like “Follow the Yellow Brick Road Home” reflected the notorious mess our city and state officials have gotten us into.

My favorite was the Krewe of Pan’s float featuring a picture ...

My first post in the midst of Mardi Gras! What a perfect beginning for a blog devoted to beautiful and culturally rich New Orleans. For the next several weeks, I will be showcasing Mardi Gras, both the little known and famous traditions that surround the holiday.

For those of you wondering why Mardi Gras started early this year, you are in the right place! Actually, Mardi Gras starts 12 days after ...