Mardi Gras here we come!

Well, it is official. I am heading to St Louis this weekend for Mardi Gras. This is a big tradition and party for people around here, because it is rare that fun things happen. And since STL is conveniently located about 2 hours from here, it is perfect driving distance for the weekend. The parade takes place in historic Soulard for any of you that know a little about St Louis. I am going down with my friend Lauren, and we are meeting up with a bunch of her friends that she went to SLU (St Louis University) with. Both of her sisters go to school in STL so we will be staying with one of them. I am excited. I have only been to the Mardi Gras once in STL, and it was an alright time. By the time we got to the parade, it was practically over, and it was cold... The high for Saturday is a balmy 32. Gotta love the Midwest in the winter. Someone was asking me what I was going to be wearing to the parade, and I said it will be a matter of function over fashion, namely I will probably be wearing long johns and a sweater! I am not about to walk around outside all day long and be freezing cold. It makes it a little harder to enjoy the adult beverages that are served, but it will be fun. I am sure I will update everyone on the time when we get back, and I will try to get some pictures, but my charger for my camera is hiding right now. So if I happen to find where it is hiding, I will be able to have a fully charged camera, otherwise no pictures. Hope everyone is having a great week! So long for now...