I came to NOLA with my future roommate to find an apartment for August. We are both from other states and unfamiliar with the city. Laurie couldn't have been more inviting, fun, and helpful. Her house was great, as were her pets (Ajax is delightfully naughty) and family, and she even ran us to the grocery store to pick up a few staples to store in her fridge for the days we stayed. We have many similar interests so I am looking forward to keeping in contact with her once I settle in next month!