La Boucherie:Moreauville,La.

Phillip Fontenot and I have been friends since our youth. We grew up less than 100 meters from each other and were childhood playmates. We shared everything that young men have to learn in order to move to adulthood.
He is pictured here with his nephews. I new their parents Lovenia and Calvin from my days of growing up in De Quincy, La. Phillip and I have always been close friends.

La Boucherie:Moreauville,La.

La Boucherie:Moreauville,La.

La Boucherie:Moreauville,La.

La Boucherie:Moreauville,La.

Joseph is attending to the progress of the roasting/grilling process of the legs of pork.

La Boucherie:Moreauville,La.

These gentlemen have attended to the gradual roasting of these legs of pork on the grill. One of the traditions of La Boucherie is to distribute the food to the attendees.

La Boucherie:Moreaurville,La.

Tut's Bar is a juke joint in Moreauville,La. It is a small establishment,however,everyone is well known and this is a community function as well. Everyone is invited.

La Boucherie:Moreauville,La.

This gentleman is polishing his motorcycle after traveling to Moreauville.

La Boucherie:Moreauville,La.

Many bikers attended this outing today,this motorcycle club traveled from the River Parishes near New Orleans to Moreauville,La. to attend this celebration. Their vehicle of travel is the Honda Goldwing.

City Park:New Orleans, La.

Families come together during the wonderful weather at winters end. It is nearing springtime, families love to gather for cookouts and socializing.

City Park:New Orleans, La.

City Park has a variety of human powered craft for enjoyment during ones visit to City Park lagoon.

City Park:New Orleans, La.

This gentleman is enjoying an afternoon of solitude next to the lagoon in City Park,NOLA.

City Park:New Orleans, La.

These kids are enjoying the view of the lagoon from above, as they cross the lagoon on one of the bridges.

City Park:New Orleans, La.

The environment is family friendly. These cuties are facinated by the water fowl. Fiends enjoy strolling along the lagoon.

City Park:New Orleans, La.

The lagoon at City Park is an active habitat for birds indigenous to the region surrounding NOLA. It also provides many educational opportunites for the youth of the city to engage in the study of this type wildlife. The city is fortunate to have it's natural habitats and human interaction co-exist for the betterment of both worlds.

City Park:New Orleans, La.

This is the kiddie playground area. Large numbers of NOLA families bring their small children to this area for much needed excercise and physical activities.

City Park:New Orleans,La.

Motorcycle clubs are also present at the pavillion. Large numbers of cyclists,arrive during beautiful weather in New Orleans.

City Park:New Orleans, La.

Motorists line the streets, next to the tennis oourts and pavillion,looking for the perfect parking spot. The park had thousands of families present today,parking space is scarce near the attractions.

City Park:New Orleans,La.

The moss covered oaks provide a splended backdrop for an old style roller-coaster ride,this afternoon.

City Park:New Orleans, La.

On this date,03/07/2010,the local population encounter the first signs of Spring. The Winter has been very harsh on NOLA culture this season. The first opportunity for families to go out were prompted by the lovely spring-like weather,today.

The entry to the park rides indicate a great turnout, today.

Early Fans On Super Bowl Sunday

On game day, this facility is usually brimming with fans as early as 5:00 AM. Today, the New Orleans Saints are in Miami to become NFL Champions. Their stadium is empty and there is no tailgating near the dome today. All of the fans are in the French Quarter assembling for the greatest party this city has ever known.
Throughout the city, fans are preparing their celebrations at home and also in the tourist districts of New Orleans. As vacant as it appears near the dome, the Quarter is alive with a spirit unlike any I've ever witnessed.

Early Fans On Super Bowl Sunday

The Double Tree Hotel on Canal is very popular. It is also gear central for those fans that will arrive without New Orleans Saints Super Bowl gear. For a fair price, everything needed for the game came be purchased here.

Early Fans On Super Bowl Sunday

Mother's Restaurant is a popular eatery at the end of Poydras Street that is a favorite of fans on game day. It's more important to remember the game is being played in Miami, but , the fans have travelled to New Orleans where the party is more fun. The lines outside the door, signify the capacity at 10:00 AM on Super Bowl Sunday.

Early Fans On Super Bowl Sunday

The hotels carry a heavy reservations list during carnival. This day has placed a heavier burden, because, this is Super Bowl Sunday and Saints fans are travelling to New Orleans for the game that is being played in Miami. Saints fans have always known the best place to celebrate anything is New Orleans. The early reports from Miami indicate a less than Saints desirable atmosphere based on restrictions for partying. The Who Dat Nation decided there is no reason to party in Miami, simply party in New Orleans and await the teams return.
The fans have been partying in this city since the first playoff victory and have continued through the Super Bowl. Unfortunately, for many Saints fans there are no hotel vacancies as witnessed by the luggage being dragged down Canal Street. Additionally, luggage is stacked up in front of the Marriot for folks trying to get in with reservations.
It's unusual for a team competing in another city to have their fans gather in their home city for celebrations, however, the loyalty for this team transcends all others.

Early Fans On Super Bowl Sunday

There will be many impromptu parties during this day. The best way to get in on the party is to have access to one of the established venues for Super Bowl Tailgating. the Marriot Hotel on Canal St. is the place to be during the Super Bowl. The hotel has set up a party area the entrance of their hotel parking lot for anyone willing to attend. It's always a blast at this location.

Early Fans On Super Bowl Sunday

These folks are headed toward the crowds of Bourbon Street. Although Canal St. is very busy with all flavors of Super Bowl preparations, New Orleans' most famous street calls everyone to party.

Early Fans On Super Bowl Sunday

These folks signify the spirit of what it's like to attend a Saints game in New Orleans. Because of the culture and history of carnival, everything is flavored to signify the ambiance of the city.

Early Fans On Super Bowl Sunday

Early Fans On Super Bowl Sunday

Bourbon Street is beginning to fill early morning. Those that arrive early will be guaranteed seating in the public establishments for the game. Otherwise, they will stand outside and the party rolls on.

Early Fans On Super Bowl Sunday

Although this is Super Bowl Sunday, fans of the New Orleans Saints attend the games and it's celebration in a carnival atmosphere. Of course, the Super Bowl occurred during Carnival this year, however, Saints fans attend in carnival attire during the regular season.

Early Fans On Super Bowl Sunday

The fans of the New Orleans Saints love to eat, as the food is a significant aspect of our culture. This particular morning has created early arrivals for the restaurants as these fans have travelled from many different parts of our country. It's tough finding a vacant restaurant at 10:00 today, so, these fans will wait many hours prior to entering for a meal and possibly the chance to see the game on public screens.

Early Fans On Super Bowl Sunday

The buggy rides are available as a regular tourist attraction on a daily basis. As this is Super Bowl Sunday morning, New Orleans fans are moving early and so are the tourists that have arrived as fans of the Saints.

Early Fans On Super Bowl Sunday

Although it's early on Super Bowl Sunday, Saints fans find pleasure in assembling at Cafe Du Monde for coffee and beignets. Of course, there are standing room only crowds inside and the lines outside signify the capacity to it's limit.

Early Fans On Super Bowl Sunday

Fans assemble early on Super Bowl Sunday in Pirates Alley. Pirates alley is an art exhibition area that is a tourist attraction on a daily basis. Today, these folks aren't as interested in art. They are searching for a bar that will accommodate them on this day. The Saints are in Miami preparing to play the Colts. Their fans are in New Orleans looking for a party or anywhere that will accommodate one. It's 10:00 AM in New Orleans, the game begins at 5:20 PM.