Our girl’s trip to New Orleans was truly a wonderful time with me, my sister, my mom and niece. Memories like this don’t happen every day, but I’m so glad I got to go along on this trip.
We crammed a lot of fun into our few days in New Orleans, arriving and heading to the French Quarter to see what we could see as dusk was falling on Friday evening. I took lots of pics of the architecture and food. Fun times!
I’ve been to New Orleans a handful of times, the last being in 2003 with a friend of mine who was taking some classes at the Baptist seminary, before Katrina devastated the city. It was nice to see that many of the homes that were damaged have come back. Lauren told us about the area where she lives and how even it suffered from flooding. Her future in-laws house flooded and they had to rebuild over the course of a year’s time. 
Driving to the Quarter, I found some pretty architecture to shoot pics. 
Lots of cool buildings in this historic city. 
This will be Lauren’s new street, once she is a married woman. Say it like this: chop-a-too-lis
I thought this was an interesting structure.
We parked near Jackson Brewery and got out for some strolling the streets.
The architecture of the city has always fascinated me every time I have visited.
These old balconies and buildings certainly are similar to Paris.
My cute little mama and Lauren walking ahead of me. This was Mom’s first time to this city. She thought it was interesting, but it probably wouldn’t be somewhere she’d love to come often. She was a trooper though and kept right up with us.
We walked as dusk fell and I tried to take as many pics as I could before it got dark.
The church at Jackson Square towers majestically over the crowded streets.
Walking by Cafe DuMonde, we decided to come back later for dessert and coffee.
You never know what you will see on the streets in the French Quarter. Yep, a little different entertainment. Strange, actually. 🙂
Mardi Gras is about to be celebrated this month. Never been, but don’t really want to.
Lots of horse drawn carriages, waiting for tourists to take a spin.
We walked in a cute clothing boutique. 
Check out these plates on the walls. Very creative display! 
Lauren and Mom waiting on the sidewalk.
A sweet little outfit on the sidewalk.
I adored all the gas lanterns all over the city.
More beautiful architecture. 
Mardi Gras decorations.
Pretty door. 
My sis walking in an antique store.
With lots of interesting things inside.
Right off Royal Street.
Peeking through the fleur de lis fence around Jackson Square.
The horse statue and fountain is so beautiful.
We were getting hungry, so stopped here for a bite to eat. It’s right on Jackson Square and a tourist spot. 
I had a fish sandwich. Food was just OK, not fabulous. 
Night shot of Jackson Square and the fabulous St. Louis Cathedral.
We left a little room for cafe au lait and beignets at Cafe DuMonde. 
And yes, they are as fabulous as they look! Powdered sugar was flying around the table as we scarfed these down and enjoyed every single morsel.
I’ve got lots more to share of our wonderful time in The Big Easy. I have a feeling I’ll be going down that way a little more often, now that Lauren will be living there with her new hubby.
Lauren was born in Louisiana and it’s really ironic that she is marrying a Louisiana guy and will be living there once again. I’ll have lots to share on all the showers and wedding plans too. It’s going to be a gorgeous wedding and I’ll be sure and share as much as I can with all of you!
Hi Rhonda,
Thanks for the wonderful tour of New Orleans! I’ve been once, but it was long ago. I’d love to go back again just to see the beautiful homes and architecture!
I know you’re excited about your daughter’s upcoming wedding. She is a lovely girl. Your little Mama is a cutie.
hugs
Sissie
Rhoda ~ lovely pictures ~ the architecture in the City is just astounding. Thanks for the tour of New Orleans. I have never been there but would love to visit just to see the architecture. The Church is fabulous~!
Enjoyed this so much, Rhoda!! Loved all the photos and commentary.
Love your NOLA photos!
I’m looking forward to more blog posts about NOLA.
My son loves the city, and has a booth at the Magazine Street Antique Mall.
He says the estate sales are wonderful-I’ve been to a few myself there!
Still got you in my thoughts and prayers!
Looks like fun and makes me miss NO! We were there about 6 years ago and I k eep vowing to get back..we had such a fun time and its wonderful to see this grand dame of a city getting itself back on track….its far too great a treasure for our country to not have it regain its former splendor. I loved the flavor and traditionalism of the city, walking down Royal St. and going into all the gorgeous antique shops, the food, oh the food….soooooo good, so many great restaurants, I just can’t wait to get back. Thank you for posting this….it made me smile.
Hi Rhoda, my hubby was born and raised in Algiers and his mother and sister still live there (in Metairie) so we go to New Orleans a lot. We like the flea market in the French Quarter, the ferry ride between old Algiers and the water front, and of course, we love the beignets from Cafe du Mond. Thanks for the beautiful photos and I can’t wait for your posts about your niece’s wedding.
Rhoda, you should go back for Mardi Gras, but not to the French Quarter. My in-laws live in the Garden District on St. Charles Ave. and it’s right on the parade route. Mardi Gras is much more family oriented Uptown and in the Garden District. We are going this year to visit family.
Have a great Monday!
~Ricki Jill
Ooooo I love beignets! I hope you had one for me LOL!!
We also have not been to New Orleans since Katrina and I would love to see it now. I’m hoping it is much CLEANER as I remember my first thought of New Orleans was how dirty it was. Lots of neat things in the city and beautiful buildings. We like the DDay museum there and stay in the garden district.
Thanks for sharing!
tina
Hi Rhoda!
Your mom is seem to be an amazing woman. I am so happy you have her by your side and it’s great to know you’re having a good time!
I’ve never been to New Orleans, but I think I should. Your pictures showed so many interesting places in this city. Good job!
I Have a blessed week, my friend.
God bless,
xo
Luciane at HomeBunch.com
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What a fun trip ! One of my friends back in the 90’s had a wedding reception down there as his parents lived there and 3 of my girl friends and I went down there. We dressed in those big old fashioned dresses and had our pictures made in them in the mall by the river . The beignets are wonderful too! Such gorgeous balconies with flowers and long shutters. Thanks for sharing your trip and hope you had a marvelous time! Hope everything is going well for you. Bonnie
This looks like such a great time! New Orleans is always a good time-crazy but fun. Is the wedding going to be down there also?
We went to New Orleans last year and loved it to pieces! I do wish I had taken more pictures…hubby gets a little impatient with me. I’d love to go back! We both loved the sightseeing and restaurants. What a fun time we had!
XO,
Jane
I was in New Orleans this weekend too. We were celebrating my sister-in-laws bday! Of course, I live in Baton Rouge so NOLA is less than an hour away from me. Glad you had a good time. I love living close to NOLA!
Rhoda,
I am so glad you enjoyed your time in my city although I am sorry about the “ok” food. Typically, touristy places aren’t that great…which sucks because that’s why most people like to visit NOLA. I was at Cafe du Monde at around midnight on Saturday with my hubby & the beignets are always delish. I love them so much I named my fod Beignet. 🙂 We live about 1 mile from the French Quarter & it’s a lovely place to live (I was born & raised here & never moving!). You should check out Mardi Gras sometime…it is fun & the costumes are amazing. I hope you have fun at your nieces wedding & can’t wait to hear about it!
hi, cute girl !
I MISS YOU- i was trying to get a hold of you-hoping you received a special package from me 🙂 sounds like you had a great time on your trip and so happy for lauren – YAY!!
email me or call me – LOVE AND HUGS !! debbie
Hi Rhoda, looks like you had a great trip, nothing like spending quality time with family!! I can’t wait to show my mom these pics. She’s leaving for New Orleans this week with friends, it will be her first time their and she’s really looking forward to it. Enjoy your week, Martina
Thanks for sharing your trip with us, Rhoda! I’ve never been to New Orleans…not into the party stuff in my old age, but I think I would LOVE the architecture like you’ve pictured. 🙂 You have some great shots!!
Rhoda,
I so enjoyed looking through your photos! Next time you visit New Orleans, shoot me or any of us locals an email so we can tell you the fantastic local places to eat. They may not be as well known but you’ll blow your mind! At least, whether you’re in the French Quarter or wherever, you can have a list on you for when you get hungry. It’s funny, I live here and see this stuff often but don’t take the time to really slow down and enjoy the view. I really liked your photos and starred your post in my reader feed so I can look at them again!
Thanks for the tour thru your camera lens. Some beautiful and unusual sites. ~~Sherry~~
I love New Orleans and lived there many years ago. I haven’t been there in a few years and your photos make me ready for a return trip.