Outer Journey
Today was filled with so many new experiences, so much excitement
and knowledge it was enlightening. We had a three-hour tour with an amazing
tour guide who was so lively and charismatic, a perfect example of an
individual whose lived in New Orleans their whole life. Every word that came
out of his mouth just pulled you in and captivated you, it was an experience
that I hope everyone of you get to experience at some point in your life. The
tour itself was very informational and I truly did enjoy it however, the most
exciting and most cultural thing I got to experience occurred on our free time
when we stopped to watch these street performers, there were three men who were
so full of energy and pride for their city truly wanted to give you a show you’d
remember and to represent the city they called home. These individuals had such
big personalities that they just pulled you in to watch their show, you couldn’t
help but stop whatever you were doing and just watch them. Everything this
group did from their first words that pulled you in to the amazing stunts and
break dancing that they did captivated you, its like I was in a trance and couldn’t
take my eyes off these individuals, it was a type of performance I’ve never
seen before. They would run, dance, flip, yell at you, and interact with the
crowed the whole time there was never a dull moment nor a time where your eyes weren’t
glued to these performers they had such big personalities and it was truly an experience
one I hope you all get to witness if you are ever visiting New Orleans,
especially since they’ve been doing shows for 30 plus years!
Inner Journey
Today was truly an amazing day full of earning and new
experiences. I encountered different people who are a part of the New Orleans
culture, some were captivating and enlightening, but others were frightening
and made you remember that this is still a huge city full of people who don’t have
the best intentions reminding you to always be aware of your surrounding and to
keep your guard up. While watching this group of street performers today I was
amazed by how positive and upbeat they were, you could tell that these
performers had a story and could see it being told through their moves, their
words, and their energy. You could see while watching this group how proud they
were of what they have become, how far they have come, and where they are from.
This group had such pride that it made me feel special for even getting to
experience it. The whole time while watching this show I couldn’t take my eyes
off of them i felt so connected to these performers and just in the one hour we
were watching them I felt as though I knew their story, like I understood where
they are coming from, and understood and felt their struggles. This whole
experience was a learning experience and the biggest things that I took away
from this was 1.) no matter how much you have struggled in the past there’s
always hope and if you work hard and persevere you can drag yourself out of any
hole you might have fallen into and 2.) that even complete strangers from all
over the world can be brought together and connect through a common cause and I
find that amazing. I was laughing and enjoying the experience with a complete
stranger that I’ve never met before and will more than likely never meet again.
While watching this performance I felt sympathy for these people who have
obviously been through some struggles, I also felt proud because they dug themselves
up from whatever hole/ struggle they have been in previously, and more than
anything I felt included, I felt like I belonged here and my presence was
appreciated and I think it’s so amazing that a simple show from street
performers can make you feel all these emotions just in one sitting.
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