Category Archives: celebration

Only in NOLA

Posted on January 13, 2013 by

Saw this gentleman yesterday at the bus stop.  He had just come from the house across the street that resells Mardi Gras beads and stuffed animals at this time of year.  I love that it’s Carnival season!

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Joan of Arc parade kicks off Carnival season!

Posted on January 8, 2013 by

Twelfth Night is the Feast of the Epiphany, the day when the Wise Men found the baby Jesus, and the official start to Carnival season.  It’s also apparently the birthday of Joan of Arc, and there’s a beautiful walking parade … Continue reading →

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No parade is complete without a face painter!

Posted on January 7, 2013 by

At the Joan of Arc parade on January 6.  More parade pics tomorrow!

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Bars of NOLA Tour: #1- The Sazerac in the Roosevelt Hotel

Posted on January 5, 2013 by

I’ve written about the Sazerac before – it’s a beautiful bar in a beautiful hotel.  I’ve decided in 2013 to try Happy Hour at a different bar nearly every Friday – and started last night with the Sazerac.  It’s a … Continue reading →

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Fall treats on the Appalachian Trail and beyond

Posted on October 18, 2012 by

I know I’m “officially” not supposed to apologize about not blogging because it’s trite and no one cares, but I will anyway.  I’ve been fine.  I guess I can blame it on the hurricane, but that was an awfully long … Continue reading →

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