Mardi Gras is literally about Jesus Christ- all about preparation for LENT. We celebrate our freedom because of our Savior. And for 40 days we abstain & fast & pray more - a slight sacrifice compared to the Son of God for us
"If we live,
we live to
the Lord:
& if we die,
we die to
the Lord.
So, whether
we live
or die,
we belong
to the Lord"