The smiles, the waves, and of course, flying beads are what could be seen for blocks in Pearl River County on Saturday.
One of the largest parties in the world is kicking off as Mardi Gras season begins, and this year in New Orleans, parades are on schedule through Fat Tuesday, which falls early on March 4.
Crescent City resident Leslie Pariseau finds a complex but resilient community where no idea is too far-fetched.