Sunday in the French Quarter

After weeks of chilly weather, the sun finally has decided to shine again! Sunday was the first day of beautiful weather so we decided to head to the French Quarter to enjoy it. Judging by the crowds in the streets, we weren't the only ones!

We've lived here almost 3 years and I found myself wondering how long you have to live here before this gets old. I just love the Quarter (give or take a couple of streets). The architecture, the music, the food, the interesting characters you're sure to pass!

Here are a few shots from our afternoon.

See how blue the skies were?

Decorating for Mardi Gras! I think I know what I'm going to do with all of our extra beads now!

The Louisiana Supreme Court Building. Sunday was the first time I'd even noticed it!

Keeleigh lookin' all urban chic!

Jathan and his balloon animal made by one of the clowns wandering around.

Ryland and his ill-fated balloon animal. There's a reason they call balloons choking hazards, you know. = P

Keeleigh's French Market purchase: a cool new hat.

Ryland hanging out being a good little boy!

Keeleigh, our little free climber, and the statue she conquered.

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