Sunday, October 25, 2009

Homecoming - GEAUX CAJUNS!

Yesterday was ULL Homecoming. We decided to go to the parade on campus and had a REALLY good time. Apparently not too many people realized that this was going on - you can see we had no problem finding a place along the street all to ourselves. Of course here in Louisiana people throw beads even when its not Mardi Gras. Jack has never really experienced Mardi Gras since he was just a few months old when we left. He kept talking about how great it was and asked if Mardi Gras was like this parade. We assured him that it was going to be even better.

They also threw candy and I'm pretty sure we have enough that we won't need to buy any for Halloween



Featuring the ULL Band but even more entertaining were the floats with the Sorority's and Fraternity's. They had music blasting and the floats were bouncing and apparently the music we listened to in Jr High and High School is making a comeback. Maybe its just because they are classics.
Here we are loaded down with beads and Jack holding the flag that the cheerleaders threw to him






Can you tell what Payton's favorite catch was


The kids with the loot

OK yes I am a dental hygienist and yes that is my almost one year old with a sucker in his mouth -- it made him really happy (and quiet)


THE END
All in all a really good time. The weather was fabulous and the parade lasted almost an hour - perfect for kids.
Can't wait til Mardi Gras and bigger and better parades. We welcome visitors!
































9 comments:

vicki said...

We used to watch the parade every year when we lived in Cajun Village. The kids loved it especially because it wasn't crowded and they caught all the loot. Looks like you guys had a great time!

Jo Dee said...

We sure dont get parades like that around here! Looks like it was a ton of fun

Sean & Julia Johnson.... said...

Um... could you have caught any more stuff?! I wish we could have been there! Those pics are super cute!!! Your kids are so freaking adorable! Good times :)

Michelle said...

Aaaaaahhhhh I cant wait for Mardi Gras...... lucky ducks

Nancie said...

Mardi Gras! Oh-- the memories! Love the pics of the kids they are all too cute, but dag it if that Ben is not the cutest kid around. How do you stand it?

kellibattraw said...

Boy you weren't kidding- you guys scored! I'm really hoping we get to experience Mardi Gras with you guys this next year.

Jill said...

I really didn't know that this parade existed and we've been here for 13 years?!! Looks like fun and MUCH less crowded than Mardi Gras! I'm loving Payton's blog !!!!

Unknown said...

LOVE these pictures!! What a fun time and such great memories for your boys! Miss you all like crazy!

Michelle said...

I can't wait to come and visit you! Though I night scare you a little... Janet:)