Party With Mardi

N'awlins is rocking! There hasn't been this much commotion since that crazy voodoo woman, Katrina, came to town. Unless you're a Louisiana native, or a crazed Saints fan, I would stay away from the state for a couple of weeks, and let those folks get whatever is in their system, out. A Super Bowl win just eight days before Mardi Gras? Is that enough time to clean up New Orleans before they trash it? Is that enough time to let your kidneys heal from the 'bender' most folks are going to do? I am thrilled for the Saints. First time to the Super Bowl, and they win it! Hopefully this will give the city a shot of pride in the arm, that was so brutally squashed out of them in 2006. Definitely a bright spot for at least a short term. I, personally, have never been to New Orleans. I've come close. Whatever interstate runs east and west along the gulf coast, I've driven that, and it skirts to the north of the city, and turns into, I think I29. We didn't stop. I've heard good comments, and then I've heard some pretty disturbing things about New Orleans, the French Quarter in particular. The sensible, responsible side of me wants to stay away and not waste money on a vacation I might regret. The curious side of me wants to see it firsthand, and determine for myself the level of degradation. Besides, there are other destinations higher on the list. And, I'm sure the rumors are true, but that's the case with any big city, whether you have the tourist attraction characteristic, or not. Regardless, 'Who Dat' nation, enjoy your moment in the sun, but remember: no peeing in the street, and don't spill too much beer. You are still below sea level.