Skydiving, rock climbing, climbing to the top of the Swiss Alps, skiing down a black diamond were all exciting, but were not comparable to the 3 hours I rode in the Krewe of Eve last night. Though I continue to preach to people that they must experience Mardi Gras at least once in their life, …
This is the getting ready portion of the parade. Enjoy.
Friday the 13th is whenthe Krewe of Eve (women’s parade) rolls in Mandeville. This is my first time riding and I’m so excited. I have so much to learn, but Yoda Debbi (she invited me in) is teaching me the ropes. The best tricks she taught me is how to save money. Since I was …
I know – you all come here for my positive attitude and inspiration, but once in a while, the Princess of Positive gets pissed. Nobody who disrespects our men and women in uniform, past or present, should get away with it! My dear friend Mrs. G (Queen of the Milblogs) posted about stupid stuff said …
My dear friend Toby always warns me to be careful what I wish for. We spoke about my hopes for Operation Overseas Mardi Gras to catch on like wildfire this year. Not only would the success of this project be a huge morale booster to the recipients of the pacakges, but that it would motivate …
So if you have been following me for a while, you may have heard about my “Clown-phobia.” Well today I see a picture of the Eve float I will be riding on. Save me from my nightmares!
Here is the hour long podcast (glitch in the first few minutes). The first half hour, my guest was Arthur Hardy, author of The Mardi Gras Guide. The second half hour I was joined by Janet Scaruffi, a Louisiana Blue Star Mom.
Tune in your dials this Saturday, 9 – 10 AM (central) AM 690 in New Orelans and the Gulf Coast or listen through your computer right here. The first half hour, my guest will be Arthur Hardy, author of The Mardi Gras Guide. If you have any questions you want me to ask him – …
* 30 more days until I ride in my first parade called Krewe of Eve * Coming up with all sorts of creative packaging ideas to sell my radio show and combine it with blog promotion. I can work within your budget!!! gretaperry@gmail.com * This Saturday, 9 AM on WIST AM 690 I will have …
My 12 yo got new bands on his braces – yep – Mardi Gras colors! Now I desperately need to get some outdoor decorations as my house does not have that Mardi Gras festive thing going. Cha-ching… And for all you American Idol fans, I will be live blogging it – if it does not …
(yes – you have to comment to finish it) Once upon a time there was a Princess from Louisiana. She loved Mardi Gras and was counting the days to attend her first parade of the year. But….
BALL ATTIRE (just bought my ball gown today- woot woot) Make sure you read the invitation of the ball you will be attending very carefully. Formal attire or black tie means gowns go “to the floor” and men absolutely have to be in tuxes. Men can either rent or buy Mardi Gras inspired vests, ties …
Who am I kidding…I am still a newbie – LOL. This will only be my 3rd Mardi Gras. PARKING Parking is an absolute PITA for parades – if you don’t plan well. Check on the the website of the parade you are going to attend or NOLA.com for the parade route and find out the …
The Twelfth Night kicked off Carnival Season! Here is a good timeline of Carnival here. I got the Mardi Gras calendar full and suggest that if you live in LA, you get yours mapped out too! Balls, parties, events – before we blink an eye it will be here. Now to pull out all the …