New Orleans etc

Brian and I went on our first vacation sans kids since before Brady was born. We left last Thursday for New Orleans and just got back today. We had a lot of fun, but even without kids, we didn't really relax. We were so busy sight seeing and trying to fit it all in, that when it was time to come back home, we were still utterly exhausted. Guess that's typical for most people... ;)

We started our little adventure by touring the French Quarter, Jackson Square, Riverwalk, Bourbon St., and the Garden District.

Then the next day we went on a swamp tour. We saw tons of alligators, but felt like we were cheaters since they were kind of tame.

Here Brian is holding "Junior" - he was actually cute. If only they could stay little forever...

And then we went to a wedding reception "crawfish boil." I did not partake of any crawfish. Below is a picture of us with the happy couple.

And on our last day we toured a plantation (very pretty) and then drove to Mississippi to see the bridge Brian's company rebuilt (after katrina) and visit Jamie's family.

And last but not least, our last night of vacation.

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