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Dave Conrey's avatar

Thanks for the mention, Chuck! I appreciate it.

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Mark White's avatar

Talk about sketchy parts of the city, I assume I'd be right at home in New Orleans! I sat in my car outside the city limits on a solo trip from Orlando to Arkansas once. I wanted so much to taste the city, but i decided I needed someone to share it with, so I drove away. I'm big on Springsteen, and one of his all time greatest shows happened at Jazz Fest after Katrina. If you can find the New Orleans Picayune review of the show, you'll see what I mean. Someday I'll try to make Cajun sketch look cool. Thank you for your mention. and one last thing, where does your energy come from? You cover a book-load of info in each post. Just sayin...envious.

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Brenda Marshall's avatar

I just said to Chuck, you always have so much to say!

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James Dalman's avatar

As always, this is another excellent and informative work of art in writing!

I can totally relate to your feelings about big cities, especially those like New Orleans. We loved our visit there as well, but at the same time, I was always on high alert due to the types of bullshit you experienced. These moments are draining, and I've been through many similar situations in the past, so I know how it sucks the life from your soul.

Driving in Amsterdam though ... that was the worst city experience I've ever had!!! Walking is much easier, though still stressful at times with all those bikers. And I'm half Nederlander. LOL

When we travel, I prefer and love the smaller towns and places with a chill vibe, but of course, places like London and Barcelona are something you gotta experience just to keep things in perspective.

Glad you visited the WWII museum. It's one of the best military museums in the world.

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Justin Allen- Photographer's avatar

Thanks for the love! I'm honored to be included in your publication and absolutely love reading your work!

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Chuck Marshall's avatar

Thanks man!!!

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Liz Crowe's avatar

I always advise, if you want NOLA level eats, views, and a bit less chaos, try Charleston SC. One of my favorite cities on the East coast!

PLUS I always get FOMO when I read all of the cool stuff happening in the Mitten! Great lists, thanks for providing them!

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Chuck Marshall's avatar

Yes, we went to Charleston for a family wedding and had a fantastic time. We tried to find Bill Murray while we were there :)

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Rob Riley's avatar

hey Chuck, that was nice, I didn't read it all but what I did read felt really comfortable, you express yourself very competently. "King of shit mountain" I get that, I had a similar situation in Vegas with some homeless jerk. When I saw "Orleans" on the title, I thought it would be a reference to the 70s band. But yes, I'm going to read your complete column, as soon as I have a minute, the whole trip sounds memorable for sure.

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Chuck Marshall's avatar

Thanks Rob!!

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