Wednesday, February 25, 2009

The Lenten Season


With the official end of Mardi Gras at midnight, comes the season of Lent, a time of reflection, atonement, sacrifice. I hadn't yet decided what I'm giving up for Lent, but I will by today. I may not do much posting today, but I won't be gone too long.

Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Nadia Suleman and Her Mom Face Off Over Children


Stephen Rue, Mr. Big Stuff, Zulu, 2009

On Mardi Gras, local attorney Stephen Rue goes from this:


To this.

Doesn't he look fabulous? Of course, Mr. Rue's journey was not without controversy, but attention is attention. Isn't that right, Mr. Rue?

Kidd Rock, Endymion Grand Marshal 2009

Eating fried chicken.


Look at my 3rd favorite boyfriend on the left, Sidney Torres.



Orpheus Parade Safety


N.O.P.D. Officers Donald Davis, left, and Craig Meyers helped maintain order during the Orpheus parade.

Lyric Jovial's Lovely Face Art, at Orpheus


Live Coverage of Mardi Gras Events, Courtesy WDSU.

http://www.wdsu.com/video/17360129/index.html

Zulu King and Queen, 2009


Antoinette K-Doe, Widow of Ernie K-Doe, dies




I have a post scheduled for later today that mentions Mrs. K-Doe. I cannot believe she passed on, of all days, Mardi Gras. Mrs. K-Doe truly loved her husband, Ernie K-Doe, a local music artist whose song "Mother-in-Law" achieved national recognition. She kept his legacy alive in many ways, one of which was through their Mother in Law Lounge on North Claiborne Street.




To Zulu: HAPPY 100TH ANNIVERSARY!



The Zulu Social Aid & Pleasure Club enjoys a rich and beautiful history. The parade is rolling right now (it's Uptown at 9 AM), has riders from every walk of life, and every race.

I'll be posting throughout the day.

Read more about the history of Zulu from their official website:

Happy Mardi Gras!

I have scheduled posts throughout the day, just click on the Mardi Gras label. Please enjoy!


Monday, February 23, 2009

Lundi Gras

Went to Orpheus, then ate at Superior Grill. What'd You do Today?

P.S. I have pics.

The Mardi Gras Baby Dolls - Antoinette K-Doe Helps to Keep Tradition Alive


Sunday, February 22, 2009

Rex Parade




Rex is one of the oldest parades, going back to 1872. Read about the history of Rex here.


It's Carnival Time!!!

What y'all doing today? Please tell me you're enjoying yourselves.

Saturday, February 21, 2009

Some Random Thoughts




My hair is falling out. About a fist full every day. I have to pour drain cleaner down the drain every 7-10 days. Thank God it's kinda thick, otherwise I'd be completely bald. I'm starting to really worry now, which will probably cause me to lose more hair.

I hate racism. Hate it. When directly and personally faced with it, there's a combination of shock and hurt, and then I get pissed. That's what happens when it's against my people. I hate it just as much when it comes from my people, but the process is different. There's frustration, then an effort on my part to get the offender to see a different view of things, then I get pissed. It's just bad business all around and doesn't do a damn bit of good for anyone. Why do people have to be so ignorant?

My yellow rose bush has three full, fat roses on it. They are beautiful.

Sasha has gas. Stinky, foul gas. The kind that smells flammable. The kind that makes you screw your face up, lean in the opposite direction and say "Eeew, Sasha!" Bless her heart.

I love a good kissing scene in a movie.

I detest it when my integrity is meritlessy questioned. Someone I haven't known very long, someone who obviously does not know me, did that to me three times. Nice person, just misguided and extremely paranoid - we all have our issues. Anyway, no hard feelings, but I am done.

I still think Chris Brown needs his little punk ass kicked. Biting ladies whilst you're beating the shit out of them and whatnot. I wonder what kind of mother he has. Seems to me she's upholding his behavior. Not condoning it, but trying to help him the wrong way. You know, no accountability.

I have a headache and a backache, and I am in the pissiest of moods today. Can't put my finger on it. I'll pull myself out of it. I always do. Starting tomorrow. Today's a wrap.

Thousands Protest Economy in Dublin, Ireland


The Irish are in a pickle, too. **Sigh**

Possible Arrest in Chandra Levy Murder


http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29313944/


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chandra_Levy

Friday, February 20, 2009

Chocolate Milk - Groove City



One of the featured artists at the Zulu Ball tonight will be New Orleans' own Chocolate Milk. Groove City is one of my personal favorites. Take a listen and tell me what you think.

Rihanna - Injury Photo


Look at this. LOOK at it. Look at the the injuries on her face, then look at the pain past the surface. This is a picture of so much more than her face. She is heartbroken and devastated.
If any of you still want to defend that little bastard, imagine someone you love looking like that at his hands. If you're okay with that, you're just as sick as he is.
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