In my family Mardi Gras is a big tradition in which we celebrate each year in many ways. Our family likes to celebrate in New Orleans every year because of our long family roots there. Since I can remember attending parades was a part of life, partially because one year I got the chance to ride in one! Although it was a while back the memories are still clear and I hope one day I will get to enjoy them again.
When we arrive in New Orleans we go straight to the Royal Sonesta which is where my Dads company gives him a room every year, ironically the hotel is right in the heart of the quarter, Bourbon Street. This street is one of the wildest you will ever see, it truly is a one of a kind expierence. Mardi Gras meaning fat tuesday is an event that is widely celebrated here and in Birmingham Alabama which claims to have started it, but who's is cooler? Ya thats right us! If you havent witnessed it you are missing out on a crazy southern style party!
Daniel, I am extremely jealous of your tradition. I have never been to a parade in New Orleans and it is definitely on my bucket list. I also think it's really cool how you have been on a Mardi Gras float, especially in New Orleans. I've been on a float before, but it was a christmas one and it was in Houma so it wasn't as big of an event as where you were. Good post overall!
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