2006 Gay Easter Parade

For the 3rd year, the Cavaliers were there to lead the New Orleans Gay Easter Parade through the French Quarter.

Starting with an Easter lunch at Michael and Doug's, the Cavs made their way to the staging area via the French Quarter with a stop at Lafittes'.

We had 10 motorcycles to roar though the streets, more than enough to over ride any would be protesters - which none showed up. The crowds were pleasantly heavy for most of the entire route and all seemed happy to have the parade.

Once again, our Easter Bonnets were a big hit with everyone!

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Cavaliers Celebrate Gay Pride in Mobile, AL

The Cavaliers rode into Mobile, AL to celebrate Pride Weekend with our friends at B-bob’s and the Gulf Coast Bear and Leather association. Dave D. Diane, Julie and Doug headed over on the bikes on Friday making great time on a very windy I-10.

After checking into the hotel we headed over to meet with fellow Cavaliers and Mobile residents Bubba and Eric. While visiting, Paul called to meet up for dinner at the Big Time Diner so we saddled up and headed out for some food.

While we had a bit of a wait at the restaurant as they were trying to get seating for eight we did finally get to eat at separate tables – some restaurants, geesh. The food was good and the milkshakes delicious according to Julie and Diane. Our timing was a bit off and we rushed back to the hotel to get our vests and all for our Traveling Bike Night at B-bob’s.

As always, Jerry was ready for us with a welcoming smile. While we did have a slight problem with the Jell-O “Shots” we learned that the “jigglers” recipie isn’t a good idea…. So after deciding to “86” the Jell-O we continued on with the 50/50 raffle and a great night with the crowd there. We raised a total of $314.00 in ticket sales giving the winning ticket holder and the club $157.00 each. The drawing was held during the first of B-bob’s two shows.

Saturday morning Michael D. arrived driving through a few rain showers with his bike trailered. After a buffet breakfast across Mobile Bay we regrouped at the parade staging area. Wow, we had grown our contingent to 12 bikes with Bubba, Eric, Paul and some new friends joining in. Eric even brought us several balloons to decorate with and off the 2nd Annual Mobile Parade went through downtown.

The crowds were good and eager to see the parade around the festival park. Even the protestor/preachers in Mobile aren’t a match for the Cavaliers when we rev ‘em up, as we were glad to demonstrate to the applause of the supportive crowds. If only we can keep Eric and his penchant for squealing under control. Maybe it’s a good thing Bubba was in the truck since his battery died before the parade began.

After a rest we met up with several members of the GCBLA and made our way to JP’s Southern Heritage Seafood Restaurant for their Buffet. After the buffet and several platters of Crab Legs we were very surprised when Kerry, from the GCBLA, asked for our attention thanking us for coming over and announcing dinner was hi treat. Now that is generosity!


Saturday night we were back at B-bob’s for the Bears fundraiser. The crowd wass big and there was definitely energy in the air. Jerry definitely knows how to get his crowd going and keep them entertained.

I have to admit that Sunday morning it was a bit chilly and I was glad to have the truck and trailer there. After loading our bikes, Diane, Julie, Dave D., Michael D. and I made the pilgrimage to “Spot of Tea” for our traditional Sunday in Mobile breakfast. Seems the Monte Christo Sandwich is as popular and good as ever.

After returning to New Orlreans it was good to see everyone get together at Lafitte’s for Sunday mass, a.k.a. Trash Disco.

Cavalier Miles are awarded as follows: Diane, Julie and Dave D: 380 miles (round trip ride and in Mobile Riding for Dinners etc.) Doug: 240 miles for One way ride to Mobile, in Mobile riding for dinners etc. Michael D.: 40 miles, in Mobile riding for dinner and parade.

3 1/2 Year Anniversary Celebration

Having the 3 Year Anniversary scuttlerd by Hurricane Katrina the Cavaliers celebrated 3 1/2 Years with a Crawfish/Shrimp Boil and Pool Party at Michael and Doug's home on April 8, 2006.

Lots of Crawfish, shrimp, potatos, corn and sausage made for a great meal for all in attendance. The pool was a bit chilly but that didn't stop everyone from having a few beers, good food and a great time.

A special thanks goes to Diane for cooking everything to perfection; to Julie and Jim for all their prep work with those crawfish, and all others who brought extra chairs and helped out. It really was a great time for all.