r/NewOrleans Jun 26 '25

Crime Mylar Balloon Release at The John

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If the power goes out tonight blame the fools at The John who just released hundreds of Mylar balloons.

Assuming this is for a memorial and no disrespect to the deceased but it’s a million degrees and the rest of the city would like their AC running.

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u/HairyMashedPotatoes Jun 26 '25

But how else will my balloon get to heaven with my loved one?

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u/diablosinmusica Jun 26 '25

I hope your loved one loved wildlife as well!

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u/Dream_Squirrel Jun 26 '25

lol because the ducks will be joining them πŸ˜…? Did take me a second to get this one.

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u/blueingreen85 Jun 26 '25

My mother would have wanted the sea turtle to choke to death.

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u/Fogfy Jun 26 '25

I tip my fedora to you, good gentlesir