Mardi Gras and the Olympics
Posted by: Bradley McDonald
Happy Mardi Gras!
In New Orleans, the party goes on despite the lingering effects of Katrina. Mardi Gras has become associated with debauchery and misbehavior, and deservedly so, but if you venture out away from the French Quarter, you can still find some (almost) family-oriented parades in the Uptown or Metairie areas.
My favorite part of Mardi Gras season: King Cakes!
The Olympics ended with a bang! Well, maybe not a bang, because I didn't hear it. Maybe more of a pop or, well, they're over, anyway. The US ended up second to Germany in total medals with 25. For the Americans, there was plenty to cheer about, but also plenty of disappointment. There were also those who just didn't seem to care.
My favorite athlete of the Olympics is now Joey Cheek, a speed skater who medaled twice in the games. He became my favorite when I read that he donated his prize money for medaling ($45,000) to charity and urged companies to match his contribution. Well done, Joey!
Are you doing a March Madness competition this year?
Posted by
shirleymc |
Wed Mar 01, 11:09:00 PM 2006
So freaky...I just got on here to ask if the March Madness pool was going to take place again. Then I see that Mrs. Shirley has already beat me to the question! So tell us...inquiring minds want to know!
Posted by
Kim |
Thu Mar 02, 10:43:00 AM 2006
It is so nice to be reminded that there are still altruistic people in the world - thanks for the link.
Posted by
Anonymous |
Sat Mar 04, 09:25:00 AM 2006