The idea is that you take an item that you don't use or wear anymore. You do this every day during Lent. You pack everything into a bag and at the end of Lent, you donate the big bag of items to a local charity shop or to a homeless shelter.
Even the most seasoned Mardi Gras veterans were stunned by the now infamous "Epstein Didn't Kill Himself' float that highlighted the Krewe d' Etat parade.
What a great way to keep the waterways clean, provide jobs, and ensure the good times roll next year - all while getting a free pass to the Shreveport Aquarium!
In the recent days, we have seen tragedy strike in New Orleans during Mardi Gras parades, but there has been some good news out of the Cresent City during Carnival Season.
Apparently this is a normal throw for the Highland parade and some folks love these odd throws. What is the weirdest thing you caught at the parades this weekend?