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I went traveling down south some years back and remember New Orleans and the Quarter well. What a great place. I even looked at a few houses while I was there just in case. I remember saying OMG to myself when I was down in your neighborhood by Tchoupitoulas St and looked up (up!) to see a ship passing. Good memories!

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New Orleans has many fine memories for me. It was a long time wishing we hadn't moved away. Cool that you know of Tchoupitoulas St.!

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I had to look on the map to remember the location, but I remember the general neighborhood at a bend in the river. I liked the vibe there.

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Apr 1, 2023Liked by James Ron

Ron, after reading this I can hear the sounds & see the sights n the Quarter. ...

I had forgotten about that pretty girl on a swing in the window on bourbon street!

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Well, I'm glad she wasn't just a figment of my imagination. :) Thanks for verifying!

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Mar 29, 2023Liked by James Ron

Nice flashback to New Orleans; I barely remember a family trip to Cafe du Monde back in the day. I never made it back to ride under a Mardi Gras float, unfortunately:)

DH

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You definitely captured the feel of a (long) night on Bourbon Street. Nice work.

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Much appreciated, Jim!

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James, I felt like I was there with you. What beautiful writing. I loved the details you sprinkled in throughout this piece. Great stuff!

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Thank you, Justin! It was fun writing this one.

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Ah, this brought back such fine memories of a very singular city. There is no place like New Orleans for music. Beautifully written, so nostalgic. I never got to see the after 3, extemporaneous jam action, but you made it come alive. Thank you, James.

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Thank you very much, Sharron. I really appreciate it. :)

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