Carnival is such an integral part of our lives as Louisianians. It’s ingrained in our being and is part of the culture that defines us.
When you think about all that Carnival highlights in our lives, it’s only fitting that it’s then used to celebrate even bigger moments.
As a lucky member of the Carnival birthday club, with a birthday falling on or around Mardi Gras Day, I’m used to having a king cake be my birthday cake or sporting a sign that says, “it’s my birthday, so throw me something, mister!” But Carnival has played an even more important part in the lives of loved ones…