The Mystical Order of the Phoenix recently marked the ascension of Ms. Carmelitta Maria Gordon Favorite as the monarch for the Carnival organization.
As the royal representative, the Phoenix epitomizes the ideals of the order through grace, spirit and generosity and love of Mardi Gras. She reigns for one year, then is reborn for another Carnival season.
Favorite has spent the last 43 years in various areas of the healthcare industry. She is a graduate of Xavier Preparatory High School and Louisiana Tech University.
Ms. Favorite will make her ride along the Uptown parade route Feb. 3 in the Spartan Society parade. The society is comprised of the men of the Knights of Sparta and the ladies of the Mystical Order of the Phoenix.