Former Traveler intern J.T. Blatty shares some scenes from New Orleans in the midst of football euphoria.
4 . . 3 . . 2 . .1 . . 0: Mouths hang open and a look of shock plagues
their faces. The Saints fans in New Orleans watch the final moments of
the game in disbelief, and for ten seconds following the moment of
victory, not a word is spoken. They're still trying to internalize what
has just happened. For the first time in history, not only did the
Saints make it to the Super Bowl--they won the Super Bowl. Tears begin to
well up and roll down the cheeks of full-grown men.
People from around the world joined the "Who Dat" nation on Super Bowl Sunday, stomping their feet and singing the team's anthem to celebrate this monumental moment in New Orleans history. But it's not just about football: It's about a city that much of the world has grown to love, and one that has chosen to rise up and overcome the trying years following Hurricane Katrina.
On Tuesday, February 9th, the city will celebrate with their returning heroes. What was originally titled as the "win or lose" parade is proudly called the "Victory Parade" now. Nine floats selected from various Mardi Gras Krewes will launch from the Superdome at 5:00 p.m. and travel through the central business district on a 3.7-mile route to Mardi Gras World. This may be the last official celebration for the Saints, but a non-official celebration will remain in New Orleans for years to come.
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People from around the world joined the "Who Dat" nation on Super Bowl Sunday, stomping their feet and singing the team's anthem to celebrate this monumental moment in New Orleans history. But it's not just about football: It's about a city that much of the world has grown to love, and one that has chosen to rise up and overcome the trying years following Hurricane Katrina.
On Tuesday, February 9th, the city will celebrate with their returning heroes. What was originally titled as the "win or lose" parade is proudly called the "Victory Parade" now. Nine floats selected from various Mardi Gras Krewes will launch from the Superdome at 5:00 p.m. and travel through the central business district on a 3.7-mile route to Mardi Gras World. This may be the last official celebration for the Saints, but a non-official celebration will remain in New Orleans for years to come.
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