Louisiana on My Mind

   

Forgive me for not having anything inspirational or creative here today. I am heartbroken over the oil spill in the Gulf, devastated by what is taking place along the coastline of my beautiful state. Watching and waiting as this catastrophe unfolds, I understand the helplessness and anger and sadness that my fellow residents are feeling. So much at stake, so much to lose. My son summed it all up when he saw a picture of the Gulf on television and remarked, "Look, Mommy! It's like chocolate water."  

I don't often discuss current events here, as this is my creative happy place, the place where things go right and the best parts of life can be distilled into small bites. But how can I not address this tragedy, when so much of what I talk about here comes from the rich heritage of growing up in this wild, primitive place?

I hope the "top kill" works.

 

Comments

[Dorian Fletcher]

I enjoy your blog greatly, Suzonne - should have commented sooner...but this whole oil abomination thing spurred me on. My heart goes out to the whole Gulf Coast - I'm sickened by what I see and hear on the news. I feel Louisiana to be an historical treasure - so many years of cultural heritage. I so hope that this horrible event is put in check soon.

[Whitney @ Whisker Graphics]

Saw some "chocolate water" on the news last night. So sad. Hopefully this disaster will be a catalyst for change and a new invention or ten that helps our environment.

[Betty aka ZacksNana]

Girl, I *FEEL* your pain! Let's pray they caan get this under control ASAP!