Seeing is Believing

From the first day of Bonner orientation, every upperclassman would always talk about how amazing their NOLA trip was and how much they loved this city. I always wondered, how could everyone speak so highly of this one city? A city that had supposedly been destroyed by a storm and still struggled 7 years later to come back to 100%. Now I understand why, and the real question becomes, how can you not love this city? New Orleans is exceptionally unique. Its diversity ranges from the desolate Lower Ninth Ward to the extravagant Garden District. The dull gray levees around the city to the lit up Superdome right in the middle.  Every section has its own significance and style, and it all exists within the Big Easy. The one commonality that seems to exist around the city is the spirit of the residents who live within it. Never have I meant more friendly and hospitable people. Whether it’s the kids playing in the Lower Ninth or people walking around the French Quarter, everyone seems to be interested to share their stories and hear yours. It’s no doubt to me that this unity has been one of the most essential factors in this city’s reemergence.