Tuesday, August 28, 2012

A Cool Town

It's been 7 years since many of us had to live through Katrina. Us who lived in Florida did much better than those in Louisiana, we could relate to what they went through. Today, I dedicate this post to those who live in Louisiana, Alabama and Mississippi... I hope the storm doesn't cause too much damage to you and please stay safe!


I visited New Orleans back in 2003 and have not been back but I do have to say its one of those places where you have to go at least once in your lifetime... It has a funky vibe that no other city I've been to has and the food is amazing!

Images by Hope from Hope in High Heels... Great friend to have by the way!

I shamelessly admit that I've never made it to the Southern US states even though I lived for so many years so close to them. But I do have to say that I met people from that part of the country, including Alabama, and they are so nice and charming and the perfect example of Southern hospitality.

This part of the country has been hardly hit not just by Katrina but also by the oil spill a few years ago. The difference between both of them is that one was mother nature teaching us how strong she is and the other man's idiocy showing us what we are doing to mother nature.


I wish everyone who could be affected by the hurricane the best of lucks and please be safe!
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26 comments:

  1. tinajoAugust 28, 2012 at 4:20 AM

    Katrina was terrible - I´ll keep everyone affected by this new one in my thoughts and hope it will be OK.

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  2. roothAugust 28, 2012 at 9:06 AM

    I live in Houston and every time there's a tropical storm, we all hold our breaths. Here's to hoping everyone will be okay!

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  3. awhiteAugust 28, 2012 at 10:33 AM

    I haven't been to New Orleans- but it's on my Must Travel list! Hopefully Isaac passes with little to-do and everyone stays safe. :)

    -Ashley
    http://lerougestylo.blog.com

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  4. AnnAugust 28, 2012 at 10:40 AM

    What a beautiful place.

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  5. Priscilla JoyAugust 28, 2012 at 11:16 AM

    I agree, hope they will be alright.

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  6. Ana CarneiroAugust 28, 2012 at 11:21 AM

    I hope they're alright as well. It does look like an incredible place, I would love to take a car trip through the US someday

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  7. AnonymousAugust 28, 2012 at 1:10 PM

    I am going there next weekend for a bachelorette party and cannot wait as it is one of my favorite cities in the world! I have a ton of family in Louisiana and I know some have had to evacuate their towns and I am just praying that nothing horrible happens. Thanks for posting this today!

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  8. A Crimson KissAugust 28, 2012 at 2:25 PM

    Such a gorgeous, vibrant city–I hope this storm under-performs!

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  9. UnknownAugust 28, 2012 at 2:27 PM

    it does look beautiful, I'm praying that the storm doesn't hit.

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  10. Tiffany KadaniAugust 28, 2012 at 3:09 PM

    Seven years? My goodness how time goes by so quickly. Thank you for this reminder. I will never forget the day it happened. Or, days, I should say.

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  11. StephanieAugust 28, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    I Agree - I hope everyone stays safe. Unfortunately, the storm is gaining strength. Keeping everyone in our prayers.

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  12. LaicieAugust 28, 2012 at 5:47 PM

    My sister lives outside of New Orleans, so I'm hoping for the best! I really do love that city, it has such personality. :)

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  13. Camila FariaAugust 28, 2012 at 8:11 PM

    Sending lots of love to everyone who was affected by Katrina! ♥

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  14. AllisonAugust 28, 2012 at 8:57 PM

    What a nice post! Ive been thinking of the people on the Gulf coast too... they deserve a break!

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  15. jAugust 28, 2012 at 9:16 PM

    Hurricanes where I live are just like a really long, really heavy rain storm with more wind than normal. People don't really take them seriously - or when they do, it turns into nothing. I can't even fathom what it would be like to be in a real storm like they get down south.

    I hope it turns back into a tropical storm for everyone's sake.

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  16. Sandy JoeAugust 28, 2012 at 10:31 PM

    Gah! I hope it's not nearly as bad as the last one. I still haven't made it to the Eastern and some of the Southern states. I need to plan a roadtrip sooner than later.

    x The Pretty Secrets

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  17. MOSAMUSEAugust 28, 2012 at 11:21 PM

    i echo your sentiments...love and well wishes to everyone!
    xo
    MOSAMUSE

    www.MOSAMUSE.com

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  18. HannahAugust 29, 2012 at 2:02 AM

    I hope everyone stays safe...I can't imagine being faced with this sort of weather!

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  19. Lisa GordonAugust 29, 2012 at 7:30 AM

    New Orleans is truly such a beautiful place to be, and I was hoping that Louisiana would be spared this time around but as of this morning, it does not seem that way. Saying lots of prayers.

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  20. SamAugust 29, 2012 at 9:25 AM

    Hi dear, this is a beautiful dedication, I am with in hoping that everyone and their surroundings are safe.

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  21. A BRIT GREEKAugust 29, 2012 at 11:42 AM

    Lovely dedication post. For those who endured Katrina, must have nightmares about it all happening again. I hope everyone stays safe!
    x.o.x.o

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  22. kAugust 29, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    i love this post. i'm definitely hoping all is ok there..

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  23. Albertina M. CisnerosAugust 29, 2012 at 5:28 PM

    How warm and beautiful you are. I have been praying for everyone's safety.

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  24. UnknownAugust 29, 2012 at 8:27 PM

    I completely agree Elie! Was just talking with a friend last night about New Orleans and how special it is, I used to go there every spring break during grad school. I am sending good thoughts to all the people and animals there.

    p.s. thanks for your sweet comment about my new fall bags--so appreciate it :)
    xo Mary Jo

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  25. The Chic SheetAugust 29, 2012 at 11:40 PM

    What a sweet post, and I feel the same way! My thoughts are with everyone being affected by the hurricane.


    XX,
    Miranda

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  26. honey my heartAugust 30, 2012 at 1:59 AM

    i hope for their safety through the storm.

    though i have not been to new orleans, it has always been a city that has been close to my heart.

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