The Voodoo Queen

The city told me many interesting stories as I embarked on my journey throughout the city. I remember the most about when I learned about  ancestors that lived in the city many years prior to my arrival. Marie Laveau “the voodoo queen” had a very interesting life story. We learned about how they are not sure where she is buried, and that many visitors would ask for favors at her grave. She is seen as more of a doctor more than what today thinks is “voodoo.” We also visited the congo square, where we watched a man dance to the beat of a congo. It was more than interesting to watch someone dance so effortlessly. The dance almost told  story, his every movement went to the beat of the drum. Throughout my short duration in New Orleans so far, I have truly felt connected to the city and its history. The city made my soul feel at peace and made my heart feel as if it belongs to the home of todays Mardi Gras. I was very surprised to learn about the Italian restaurant and their delicious gellato and canolis. Gellato is unlike any other ice cream, it makes you second guess traditional ice cream. I learned quite a few things about myself also while exploring the city. I learned how much I really appreciate the freedom the people of New Orleans get to have and that I may have ancestors that lived in this part of the United States. My preconceptions of the city were pretty accurate; I expected it to be a lot of fun, but I did not expect the city to be so haunted.