Home from New Orleans

I thought that I'd get some pictures posted before now, but I was overly optimistic.  Not unusual for me. 

I left New Orleans at 6:30 central time.  I am usually up early and when I'm finished with something I am ready to go.  It was very easy to get on the road and on my way and it's a pretty easy drive.  I got home about 4 pm.  I am not one to stop much when driving but I did stop for some lunch and got gas a couple times. 

Once home I spent a couple hours getting organized - unpacking, getting a load of laundry in, making eggs for dinner (it was "whatever" Tuesday).  I then relaxed with some tv and was pretty wide awake.  I knew I was tired, but didn't fall asleep quickly.  I loaded the car with my cheffing equipment about 11:30 pm. 

I had customers on Wednesday and Thursday and was wondering why I thought it was a good idea to schedule someone for Wednesday but the day went well and I did nothing stupid.  I also got to spend time with the dogs - Becky Sue and Charlie Brown.  I'll have to get pictures of them.  Thursday also went well but I was very tired, finally I got caught by exhaustion. 

I went to Jazzercise last night for the first time in a week and it was great to be back there.  Today I have knitting class and a meal to make for Loving Meals.  Saturday I am teaching in Decatur for the 3 to 5 year olds and Sunday I have a KitchenAid demo at Bed, Bath and Beyond. 

I'm pretty busy but that is excellent! 

Pictures from New Orleans:

My breakfast restaurant, seafood omelette was delicious!

Courtyard at visitor center.

Saint Louis Cathedral - always look up, the ceiling is beautiful.  The cathedral was founded in 1718.

Central Grocery home of the muffuletta.  Lots of spices, hot sauces and stuff!

A view from the park - typical building and Cafe du Monde.

Yes, there are many types of tours and these guys lead the carriages.

Finally I did not just just eat and look for food.  I must admit that there was a lot of that, but I also visited some shops while on the food search.  I purchased a cookbook at Crescent City Books which is a huge used book store, worth a look. 

I also visited Louisiana Loom Works on Chartres Street and had to purchase a rug.  It came yesterday and looks great.  I like to support crafts people.  The woman who owned the store was wonderful to talk with and explain her methods.

Now I have to stop and get ready.  Last knitting class I was almost late because I try to do "just one more thing".  And it's never one!