Tuesday is Mardi Gras. (The phrase is French for "Fat Tuesday"). If you can't make it down to "Nawlins"/NOLA (New Orleans), celebrate locally. My friend Jaime and I are going to one of Long Island's last remaining restaurants serving Cajun food (Louisiana Joe's in Oceanside).
Mardi Gras is a celebration of life. People wear masks, costumes and beads. The holiday's primary colors are purple, green and gold. People sometimes dress as nature fairies, animals and mythological characters. Medieval costumes are also welcome.
Here's a picture of Jaime & me enjoying Mardi Gras around the turn of the century. Our tradition goes way back!
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