Each year as Ash Wednesday nears,  I get out the puppy costume, the makeup, and the beads; because it’s time to party Galveston style.  Early this morning I found myself in Austin with the grandangels, and very little time to get dressed and make it to the parade:)  What an opportunity to show them what a “Mamou Puppy” looks like.  As they woke, they actually rubbed their eyes, thinking they were still dreaming.  Then, they wanted a puppy costume too.  Oh, and then a REAL puppy:)  Momma Laura wasn’t thrilled at that idea, but promised as soon as they were old enough to take care of it, they would consider it.  I’m afraid for now they will have to be content with Mamou’s pictures of the best parade of the year!  It’s the highlight of Mardi Gras for me, and this year was no exception.  As you can see, we were not limited to every breed of dog in existence; there were also ponies, cats, and even a human baby or two:)  My personal favorite was the bull terrier in a tutu, with the lab mermaid coming in a close second.  As we lined up to carry the banners, I found myself surrounded by Aggies in green t-shirts. I’m really a little more partial to UT, as Tres graduated with a BS and  Masters from the best school in Texas:)  I must admit, the TAMU students were a pleasure to march with, and I’m so glad to see we have a new crop of vets coming up soon.  The island can use them.

Can’t wait till next year.  The grandbabies promise to come as my “grandpuppies”.  Now that will be a sight!