French Quarter

The original settlers of New Orleans used logic: they built on the ground above sea level, a rather narrow strip of land that follows the Mississippi River. We call it the French Quarter, and it's the only part of New Orleans that didn't sustain major damage from Hurricane Katrina last year. With its wrought-iron railings and Old World flavor, the French Quarter still attracts people and is still in pain from being surrounded by a devastated city.

As yet another hurricane season approaches, say a prayer for the people of New Orleans--and for all those who make decisions about its future. And yes, there's a cross even in the middle of the "Big Easy"!

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