The Wandering Disciple

The infamous urban search and rescue markings were all over New Orleans and the areas effected by Hurricane Katrina.  These marking were used by first responders to identify the structures that were cleared post storm as well as findings and hazards encountered.  Today, the Louisiana State Museum has an entire gallery that focuses on Hurricane Katrina at The Presbytère museum in the French Quarter.  (Photo: November 21, 2017)

When most people think of New Orleans, the first thing they think of is Mardi Gras.  Colorful costumes, parades and beads help define the city with the heritage of the Mardi Gras carnival.  The roots of Mardi Gras are centered around the Catholic day of Shrove Tuesday.  The celebrations begin about two weeks before Shrove Tuesday and continue daily until then.  You can learn more about Mardi Gras in exhibits throughout the city including this one in the Louisiana State Museum at the Presbytere. (Photo: November 21, 2017)

New Orleans, Louisiana:  The second day of our New Orleans trip began with me still struggling to adjust with the time change.  Last night I fell asleep on New Orleans time however this morning, my body woke me up at my normal Florida work schedule time which was much to early for this late rising town.  We had another full day of exploration however nothing opened until 9:30-10:00 and I woke up at 4:40. So I sat around the hotel room working on photos until the restaurant in the hotel opened.  It is pretty handy staying at a hotel that offers full breakfast and a partial dinner as part of your amenities.  After breakfast we headed out to walk around the city.  Even though nothing was open, it was still a great opportunity to enjoy the sights of the city without the crowds.  During the walk, I paid a visit to the New Orleans Fire Department Engine 29 crew that protects the French Quarter.  Once we left the station, we walked up to Jackson...