The Beauty of Shreveport

I know most people probably think of casinos when they think of Shreveport.  But that's not what it means to me.  I grew up there, and to me it means a church on every corner, and the most lush, beautiful greenery and flowers.  It's sub-tropical and the air is soft.  Feeling a little homesick today.....  Pics from my recent visit:

I think this is a really tall snowball bush???

This is the pond at Norton Art Gallery.

The state bird of Louisiana - the pelican.

This is me in the morning before I've had my skittles and coffee!