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"It's no exaggeration to say that, without New Orleans, the United States would be lost." -- Dan Baum

Drawn to New Orleans to report on the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in 2005, Dan Baum returned to live in the city for 4 months in 2007. While working on a book, he kept this online journal about his experiences and the people he met. The river city is well known for riverboats, marching bands, Jazz Fest, Mardi Gras Indians, and problems with crime, but it's also home to volunteer spirit, Chaz Fest, stinging caterpillars, and Mickie Bee's Lounge. Locals say that once you have the Crescent City in your blood, you can't live anywhere else. Now that Dan knows what it means to miss New Orleans, will he be able to stay away? Only time will tell.

Jan 01, 2008
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Dec 31, 2007
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Dec 28, 2007
Starship Dimensions - space invaders.

Dec 27, 2007
Kiddie Records Weekly - the gang's all here.

Dec 26, 2007
Japander.com - money changes everything.

Dec 25, 2007
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