tour: days 3 & 4

Hey there, boys and ghouls. Time for another tour update.

Friday evening, I set off to Shreveport with my oldest and dearest friend Sara in tow. We had dinner at the always awesome Blind Tiger before heading to the Dalzell house. If you’re ever in Shreveport and want to hang out with some really cool people (like Rayvilla the Killa and the awesome merch dude for Griefhound - sorry dude I couldn’t remember your name!), I definitely recommend stopping by Dalzell. Also, if you want to hear some amazing, soft, soulful tunes, check out Chrissy Wise. She is absolutely amazing. I want to make sure and give a big thanks to Dacoda for letting me come play and hang out. I can’t wait to come back again.

After some serious snoozing and swimming, we packed our bags and headed for The Big Easy. We were in awe as we entered the most resilient city in the world. It’s hard to believe that six years ago, New Orleans was completely devastated by Hurricane Katrina. I can honestly say that I felt a connection in a big way with this city. I’ve always been fascinated by old houses and architecture, and New Orleans has no shortage of either. I have to give a shout to John & Tanya, who played a great set before me. I’m not sure who the two chicas were that played with them, but their cover of The Decemberists was amazing. After playing a great show at Neutral Ground Coffee, we hit up our hotel and then hoofed it down to the French Quarter. We made our way through the Saturday night crowd packing Bourbon Street. Unfortunately, Sara had a bit of a mishap when someone on a balcony throwing beads hit her in the head with some. No worries everyone, she’s just fine. We stopped and talked and prayed with some of the great folks from Raven Street Church who minister on Bourbon Street. It really hit me that our faith is nothing unless we’re out fearlessly sharing it with others.

The next morning, we hit up more of the French Quarter and Jackson Square before we made the long drive back to East Texas. If you’ve never been to Cafe Du Monde, you have to stop in for some of their famous beignets (French donuts). After stocking up on souvenirs for our friends and families, we packed up the car and pointed it towards home.

This weekend was absolutely amazing. I’m so glad I got to bring a great friend with me, and that we got to see two of the coolest cities in the South. Next weekend, I’ll be heading to Hot Springs and Memphis. My mom is coming with me, and I’m excited to show her the sights.

Catch you guys on the flip side! As always, take it real and keep it easy. :)

—-M

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