I was born and grew up in New Orleans. I lived there till 1969. I have lived in many cities since then, including Europe. I currently live in San Francisco, another great city, but none can compare. From the food to the people, New Orleans will always be my love. You can be anywhere in the world but you instantly know when you've met a person who grew up in New Orleans. They never lose the accent! "Where ya'at!" and instantly I am homesick!