With our vacation getting canceled, we attempted to have a little vacation at home. We slept in (til 8am, anyway, because of Sun), ate leftover cheesecake for breakfast, napped, then headed out for lunch.

After lunch, we headed to Magazine Street for shopping. Unfortunately, we didn’t get very far because my mild headache was growing. Once back in the car, we quieted down and my headache got back under control.

Next, we headed to Fulton Street to see its miracle–SNOW! It was pretty cool, albeit a bit small. We were there early and there was no band or caroling nor Santa. And the snow tasted like soap. But I’m not complaining! It was very pretty and festive and I will certainly return next year.

Inside the Harrah’s Hotel right next door was an awesome rendering of the St. Louis Cathedral in gingerbread:

Then we headed to the Fairmont Hotel and were reminded that it is no longer there. Damn Katrina. We are told that it will become The Plaza. Let’s hope they bring back the magical Winter Wonderland. It holds a special place in my heart.

We finished off the day of pretending to be tourists by going to Cafe Du Monde for cafe au lait and beignets. Not an indulgence I give into often. It was quite the treat.

Still on deck for this weekend, Arts Market of New Orleans, Celebration in the Oaks and Festivus Market. Let’s hope my head feels better.