...to the 'Dome .
It's hard for me to watch tonight's edition of Monday Night Football without tearing up every 10 minutes.
This is a wonderful night for the Saints, the people of NOLA and for everyone that has believed in NOLA and the rebuilding efforts.
When my buddy Chris took me on a tour of New Orleans, it started on the way home from the airport when we passed the Super Dome. Granted it was at night and the visibility was not the best, but what I could see gave me goosebumps. It was only the beginning of a weekend filled with goosebumps every time you turned a corner and saw the destruction.
The weekend did have bright spots where signs of recovery were evident. I cannot begin to imagine all the good feelings and positive vibes that are happening in Dome tonite.
For the longest time, Chris and I have had a good-natured disagreement...ie- where is the cooler, neater place to live. I say Denver (am I right, Denver Bloggers??) and he says NOLA.
For at least tonite, I will have to agree with Chris. New Orleans is definitely the place to be tonite.
GEAUX SAINTS! GEAUX NOLA!
having just returned from NOLA last week, I have to say, they sure give us a run for the money.
Posted by: hubs | Monday, 25 September 2006 at 10:47 PM
I definately watched (the first half of) the game last night from the great city of Baton Rouge. I had a lot of friends attend the game, and there was definately a strong feeling of pride all throughout LA.
Posted by: isthisforreal | Tuesday, 26 September 2006 at 06:48 AM
We have better weather, they have better music (and food.)
Posted by: rosie | Tuesday, 26 September 2006 at 11:14 AM
I think just the strong sense of community alone was overwelming last night!! I love the spirit of New Orleans (as a frequent traveler to that wonderful city)!! It was great to see how far they have come and also sobering to see how far is left to go.
Posted by: History Chic | Tuesday, 26 September 2006 at 11:22 AM