Happy Mardi Gras! One thing I love about being married to a Louisiana native (especially one who grew up only a short drive from the fabulous New Orleans) is embracing their traditions. I love bonfires on Christmas Eve, searching for alligators while driving down the road on a hot summer day, and celebrating Mardi Gras, just to name a few.
This is the first year, however, that I will commit to a period of atonement. Lent has never really held much significance for me before, but this year I feel called to embrace that tradition as well. And I'm not going to do it half-heartedly, either. I'm giving up the one vice I love above all others: I'm going to abstain from alcohol for at least 40 days.
I know, I know. Those of you who know me are laughing heartily, most likely thinking, "Yeah, right. You'll do good to go 40 minutes on a Saturday night, much less a full 40 days." But what better way for me to really accomplish some enlightenment? I see days filled with saving some money, maybe losing a couple of pounds or so, discovering new interests. Sure, it won't be the first time I've abstained from alcohol for a long stretch (I was an incredibly responsible pregnant lady), but I learned a lot about myself then, too.
So wish me luck, friends! And until tomorrow comes, drink up!
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