Thursday, October 2, 2008

New Orleans and a "Second Verse"

Well that was fast... I only had about 15 hours in New Orleans and I'm posting this from my next stop, Phoenix. I was in the Big Easy just long enough to check-in to my hotel, change, take a cab to my event at the wonderful Octavia Books, take the same cab back, eat dinner nearby, sleep, and take a tour on the way to the airport in the morning.

But it was the cab ride I'll most remember. I was so fortunate to meet Walter the night before and keep him for all my rides. He's a NOLA native and he gave me an hour long tour of the Lower Ninth Ward. He was so gracious and accommodating.

I couldn't include everything we saw, and I apologize that the quality in places isn't the greatest, but I hope it reminds us all how much work is left to be done. If anyone or anything has ever deserved a "Second Verse" - it's New Orleans.

8 comments:

  1. I love being from New Orleans. The culture is just amazing. :)

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  2. We just went through Hurricane Ike here in Houston and experienced a taste of the devistation these hurricanes can cause. Those down in Galveston will be rebuilding for some time. Makes our leaky roof, downed fences and 8 days without power look like nothing. It was a life changing experience, though--one we'll never forget.

    Thanks for the video tour. And I look forward to reading Recovering Charles.

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  3. Thanks for the video - it really brings the devastation home. We need to remember these people. Just bought your new book and I'm really looking forward to reading it. Good luck and God bless. Thanks for the powerful and positive messages of your books. Love your new pic. What a darling little boy.

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  4. I just read Recovering Charles, and it was amazing!! It made me want to rediscover some of my dreams that I have laid aside over the years. I've always wanted to be a writer "when I grow up" - maybe I'll start growing up now and just get started on my second verse.....

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  5. Veronica, I am SO glad you enjoyed it! Get writing that book and I'll buy your first copy :)

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  6. OH MY GOSH!!! I am freaking out right now! I can't believe that the Author of 2 of my favorite books actually commented on my boring blog! Thank you so much!!! I tell EVERYONE to read the Christmas Jars. I actually have a book club and i wanted to read it around Christmas time, but our local library doesn't have enough copies.. so we will be passing mine around! :) Anyway, you totally made my day! Thank you so much for the comment, and when I become a real live rockstar, I will GIVE you my first album!!!

    your NEW BLOG BUDDY,
    Mandy

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  7. Mandy, you're a hoot :) But I'm holding you to your promise! One free album!

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  8. I am going to ditto what Mandy said. What a shocker to get a response on my blog from you!! It has totally made my whole week, and will definitely be my OGT today,VERY cool. I am not always the sharpest pencil in the box, I saw part of your interview with Glenn (were big fans) and didn't put 2&2 together till after I had started reading the book. I enjoyed your book so much I read it straight through. I chose it for our church's book club book this month before I realized it is also the Time Out for Women book of the month, guess I have good taste. Jason you are a MOST talented writer. Thank you for the moving and uplifting things you write and keep em comin!!!

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