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On our final day in New Orleans, we did a driving tour through Musician's Villiage, the 9th Ward, and the 7th Ward. These were some of the areas that were hit the hardest by Katrina. Some of the houses in the Wards were re built completely, others only had the foundation raised, while most were still un-repaired or completely abandoned. Going past these houses, not knowing what I could do to help, was one of the most horrible feelings I've ever felt. These people had no way out when the levees broke. If they did have a way out, they were too elderly to leave on their own, or had family, friends, or pets that they didn't want to leave behind. I can honestly say that I would've done the same thing if I was in their shoes.Musician's Villiage was one of the brighter and more developed areas. These houses were built from the foundation up, painted with bright colors, and raised off of the ground. These houses were built to bring back the musicians. The idea was to bring the musicians back into New Orleans to lift the spirits of the remaining residents.
We also stopped by lake Pontchartrain. This lake flooded the areas around it when Katrina hit, due to the storm surges. Dr. Helvie-Mason gave us the tour herself, and gave us plenty of information. It's hard to think of how many years have passed, and how little has been done for the area. It really makes you thankful for everything you've got in your life.
~ Summer K., Multicultural Ambassador
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