Hardscrabble Days, Milky Way Nights

A true story of love, strength, and perseverance in America's most unusual city before, during, and after Hurricane Katrina. Thirty one days of incredible heat and craziness are recounted while the city disintegrated. Humorous reflections about Krewe du Vieux, the satirical Mardi Gras group I am currently Captain of, are included,plus stories about New Orleans and its colorful characters.