Mardi Gras wasn't something I was ever familiar with back home. I was too young before the world went all to shit and I didn't live in New Orleans besides. But Nick was born and raised in New Orleans and I felt like I owed it to him to embrace the lifestyle, even if it was only for a night.

Besides, it was kind of fun to dress up in an actual dress and mask and feel feminine for a little while. I was a hard worker and a runner - athletic and strong came to mind but feminine? Hardly ever.