So it's pretty clear that we've been working in Musician's Village (or "Magician's Village" as Dan likes to call it) and the general consensus is that it is a good time (albeit painful and sometimes wet). At orientation Mike told us about the vision for the village... the free, public music center... the musicians in the streets... and he said something that really stuck: They just don't play music in the neighborhoods like they used to. We'd like to think that what little insulation we're putting in is one step closer to making that a reality once more.
We took a stroll around the greater 9th yesterday (we'd discuss the lower 9th, but people have pretty much covered that) and it was so quiet. Even now houses are abandoned and falling apart-- in total disrepair. It's sad and moving, but all the more motivation to bring the music back.
Last night we hit up the French Quarter... We were probably the only group that knew what we were doing because of LeeAnne (even then with a few detours!). We ate Po-Boys! Oh my goodness, were they gooooood. Not just good, deeeeeeeeeeelicious. Gotta love Nawlins' food! We also did a lot of shopping (Melisa spent half of her life on Christmas presents) and general sightseeing. It was really neat to see the quarter during the holidays. It's Christmas here, too!
It's unbelievable that it's already Thursday. Somehow the days seem so long AND fly by all at the same time. Sometimes it's hard to remember that what we're doing is worthwhile, but just a little thank-you sure puts things in perspective. Whether painting at camp or working on a new home, every bit of work benefits someone down the line that will work to bring the real New Orleans back.
This is obviously a little deeper than our last post, but shucks, all this service sure has that effect on some people. ;) Enjoy your last few days before Christmas... we'll be back soon!
--Melisa & LeeAnne
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