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It's funny, I love all things New Orleans, and yet I've never been there. I always wanted to go for Mardi Gras when I was younger. Now, I don't think I could stand the throngs of drunken people. Too many things going on at one time = my brain overloading! But I do love the culture, history, architecture, (perceived) atmosphere, and of course the magic that seems to permeate it. I think if I got the chance to go during an off-season I would love it. Just to sit at one of the cafe's and sip coffee, wander the magic and Hoodoo shops, stroll through the spanish moss covered cemeteries, and listen to some Louisiana Jazz for a few days. That sounds wonderful!
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I always loved the Oxford Library. I used to read everything about it and daydream stories on the premises. I visited a few years back, and now I see why I was in love. I can absolutely see why you love a place without ever visiting it.
I L♥VE New Orleans! You're right, it is so full of magic. Hubby & I have been several times and each time we love it more than the next. My favorite place is the French Quarter.
And having lived in Louisiana for several years, we always celebrate Mardi Gras with some King Cake, a gumbo or etouffee, and if I'm feeling really energetic some beignets.
I think a person should really go to some of the smaller towns to get the true feeling of Mardi Gras.
Laissez les bons temps rouler ! (Let the good times roll)
I would love to visit New Orleans myself. Like you, off season. It has such an ancient magical feel that I am certain it would be a great experience.
I've always wanted to go to New Orleans too! It's a bit further away from me than it is from you though - you really should go! We don't have 'Fat Tuesday' over here but it was Shrove Tuesday here yesterday, better known as Pancake Day! I don't usually need an excuse to eat pancakes but if they want to give me one... :) I presume the two days are linked. I think I'd rather Mardi Gras than pancakes though!
Oh, and by the way, that is me on Tumblr! Didn't realise you were on there - love all the things you've collected on your blog. It actually kind of reminds me of my big box of clippings under my desk :)
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