Second Line Send Off: Leah Chase and Dr. John

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New Orleans has a unique way of celebrating those who have died.  This week we had multiple  Second Line Parades – first memorializing the beloved chef Leah Chase and later in the week honoring the memory of musical icon Mac “Dr. John” Rebennack.    The gatherings bring all lives together to celebrate. I was lucky to be a part of it.