Here Are Seven Things You Must Know On Mardi Gras Day

Here are seven things you must know on Mardi Gras day.

Costume

Dat's right, a costume. You want to talk about getting you in the sprit of Mardi Gras, go and get you a costume. It doesn't matter if it's a mask or just something you pulled together last minute. Try it at least once.

Drink

This one is easy. The parades last F-O-R-E-V-E-R on Mardi Gras Day. You're gonna get thirsty. Make sure you pack a ice chest full of your favorite beverage (Beer, Coke, Whiskey, beer, oh...did I mention beer?) and go out and splurge on one of those fancy Mardi Gras cups, you know the ones that come with the straw in it.

Food

Pack a lunch, it's going to be a long day. I recommend sandwiches and chips. Or just bring some money. There will be food vendors all over.

Shoes

Please for the love of everything holy DO NOT wear high heels on Mardi Gras day! Everyone in Louisiana knows this.  Refer back to the second sentence under "Drink" up above. Go and find the oldest comfortable shoes you have and wear those, you'll thank me later.

Toilet Paper  

Because you're probably gonna need it. The port-o-pottys always run out, and it's bad enough that you have to hold yourself up and not touch your butt on the seat that every guy just peed on. Yes, guys don't have to worry about this to an extent. Just pack it with you.

Cell Phone  

This you'll need for many reasons. First, to call someone you know in another state and gloat that you're off on a Tuesday. Second, to take pictures to do more gloating. Third, just in case you need a ride or get lost (obvious). Fourth, it will be some of the best memories in your life.

Good Attitude 

It's the biggest party in the world, plus you're off of work. Yes, people will knock over a, 80-year-old woman to get to a 2-cent bead. Yes, the people on the float are probably drunker than you are, and can't throw a bead straight to save their lives. Yes, you will probably smell like liquor before the day is through because someone spilled their beer all over you. Last but not least, there is a possibility that someone will show a boob! But remember it's all in fun and you have to dust it off and move on to the next float. There are a lot of them and you will get "that" bead you wanted.

So there you go, have fun and Laissez les bon temps rouler! (Let the good times roll)