Today I was reminded of my Bachelorette party because it is Fat Tuesday, which is the last celebration of Mardi Gras before Ash Wednesday, the start of Lent. The party was in New Orleans, almost 3 years ago to the day. To say that the weekend was the most awesome thing my friends have ever pulled off would be an understatement! They told me to pack my bags for the weekend and meet one of my bridesmaids in DC. I was at UVA at the time, so I just had to drive 2 hours. When I got there, she went through my bag to make sure that I wasn't carrying on any liquid items, which is when I found out we were flying somewhere!

The next morning, she gave me a ticket to Memphis at the airport...so I thought that is where we were going. Until we switched planes to Biloxi/Gulfport! I was still very confused...thinking maybe we were going to get on one of those casino boats for the weekend. Still no! She rented the car and started driving while I was looking for clues. Then I saw the sign for New Orleans and she confirmed that is where we were going!

Many people may think that New Orleans is a dirty, gross city. Well, downtown near Borboun Street mostly is. It smells a little like urine, but once you get over that, it is really fun! We didn't have a plan...once everyone was there, we wandered through the streets and in and out of bars. The next day, we rode the trolley around and did a little sightseeing and food tasting and then just ended up back downtown. It was truly the most fun weekend I have ever had and I am still so thankful that they planned that special weekend for me! New Orleans has so much character, and I saw more of it when I went back the next year wedding dress/bridesmaid dress shopping with Candace. I doubt I'll ever get Billy to go there with me, but I don't think I would turn down another girls weekend down there!