Redemption

In 2005 the city of New Orleans was hit by a category 5 storm. Katrina left long-term devastating effects behind of which the city is still trying to fully recover from. Thousands of people were left homeless and lost everything they owned when the city was flooded and others were killed. The population that came back after the evacuation and has stayed in New Orleans has incessantly striven to bring back the city to what it once was.

The city of New Orleans has encountered very rough times yet when you come here their spirits always seem to be positive and joyous. It is one of the happiest and liveliest cities I've ever been in. After the hurricane New Orleans was shattered and left behind by the government of the U.S., yet they were able to make the best they could with what they have and moved forward. Work is not finished but they sure are moving in the right direction with the help of people who have dedicated their time to bring this great city back.



This year New Orleans is privileged to have one, if not the best, football teams in the nation. After 43 years of unsuccessful seasons and frustration the people of NOLA are proud to chant and cheer for their NFC champions, the Saints. This team has been the greatest thing that could have happened to this city. They have brought up the spirits of everyone and united the city once again. They have spread the feeling of hope and showed how anything can be done.

Sunday, February 7, 2010 is a date that will go down in the history of New Orleans football. This Sunday the NOLA Saints will play the most important match of the whole football season, the Superbowl. The population of Louisiana has united in the support of the team and many songs have been written and adapted to cheer on for this team as they head to this crucial game.