Pee-Wee Herman and Conan Teach Us About Ash Wednesday
Pee-wee Herman and Conan bring the story of Ash Wednesday to life, sort of. They seem to be foggy on some of the details. Read more
See Colorful Mardi Gras Traditions Around the World
Happy Shrove Tuesday, Mardi Gras, and Fat Tuesday! Lent begins tomorrow, on Ash Wednesday, so today people around the world are celebrating (and have been celebrating all month) with Carnival events, parades, and general merriment and indulgences on Mardi Gras, French for "Fat Tuesday." So get in on the fun and the culture with a peek at the world celebrating Mardi Gras season this year and learn Read more
11 Ways to Celebrate Mardi Gras Year-Round in Your Home
Happy Fat Tuesday! On this last day of Mardi Gras before Ash Wednesday, I wanted to explore some ways to take the celebration home. Even if you can't make it to New Orleans, you can embrace the traditions of the holiday and city with some fun decorating ideas. Keep clicking for a few DIYs, independent designs, and other decorating tips that embrace the feel and look of Mardi Gras. Read more
What Expensive Habit Are You Willing to Give Up For Lent?
Lent starts tomorrow and even if you aren't Christian, it's a good opportunity to give up a spendy vice along with your practicing peers. There are plenty of activities you can choose to give up such as eating out, shopping, grooming services, driving to work, or simple giving up lattes. The little saving tricks add up — I remember just bringing my lunch to work every day in one week saved me a Read more
Mardi Gras Cupcakes Fit For a King
Bring the taste of New Orleans home on Mardi Gras. King Cake, a longtime Big Easy tradition is rich in tradition. The round, brioche-like treat dates back to the 12th Century. Today, the sweet, breakfast bread-like cake is enjoyed by celebrants in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday. But the traditional recipe is quite time intensive and not ideal for tots who want to help in the process. I've Read more
