PARANOIA Just like Dallas, New Orleans offers the same smog and bumper-to-bumper traffic. Nonetheless, this city shines with a beautiful flare of culture and style like no other. With all its oddities, this city has me spellbound. Even though, in the beginning, my moving here was to get away from Tad, I’m glad to be here. I can’t imagine living anywhere else. I decide to take steps in a positive direction. I’m pulling into the parking lot of the local college, Delgado Community College. I think I’ll begin by applying for a student loan and registering. Starting with the basics will be a solid start. Picking a major is not as simple. I used to write romance. I remember as a teenager, spending hours in my room, writing about adventure and strong heroes. Maybe I’ll get an English degree. I

