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2020-05-08

Cherokee tobacco plants growing on their own into a heart shape during the pandemic in New Orleans, taken May 8, 2020 in my home with view of Hotel Ponchetrain in background. Love for each other and our city.

I was in my condo throughout the shelter-in-place for the pandemic alone except for my cat and the plants. While it was a hard time, I had a beautiful view and took care of the plants. One day, I noticed one had grown into a heart shape on its own. It made me really happy. I love this city and have been praying for everyone during the pandemic. So I feel it's representative of the love and prayers we have for one another, and have needed during this pandemic.