Thanks Ptw. I see from your avatar, you like wildflowers too. I did make a mistake regarding the name of the flower though. They are Indian Blanket, not Mexican Hat. Similar, and both are pretty.

Thanks for viewing and commenting.

Thanks Angela.

Thanks for viewing and commenting.

Thank you Regis.

Thanks John glad you liked them.

The Bluebonnet is pretty and the state flower, but the Mexican Hats provide as much or more color, and last longer.

Mexican Hats & Rake

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Mexican Hats & Mesquite

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City Park has the sculpture garden, adjacent to the N.O. Museum of Art.

Mark, you have a lot of good advice from earlier responses, and I'll provide you some photos taken there that may be of service. Don't know how long you plan to be there, but there is a lot to see. The cemeteries there are unique because the water table prevents underground burials. My favorite is the Metairie Cemetery, it's not far from City Park. A lot to see in the French Quarter, and don't miss going to the Napoleon House for lunch and a muffaletta sandwich. If you hear, or read in the local newspaper, about a jazz funeral, you may find it interesting.

Metairie Cemetery 1

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Metairie Cemetery 2

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City Park Lagoon

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Napoleon House Rest. & Bar

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Jazz Funeral Grand Marshall

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Jazz Funeral Hearse

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A comment from someone who has experience with Sigma zoom lenses is helpful. Appreciate this information.

I'll give it a workout for a week or more and see how it does. Appreciate your comments.

Thanks.

Yep, going to the manufacturer is the best solution.

Thanks Chris.

Thanks, I'll give it a try. Got enough time to return.

Just received a new Sigma 18-300 lens for my 7D. When zooming, it is a lot stiffer than other zoom lenses I own. How can I determined if I have a problem or if this is normal for this lens? I called B&H and they suggested I use it for a while and see if improves. Need to make the determination within their 30 day return policy.

Jim.... I have LR5 and PSCC so I have 3/4 of the software needed. I'll look up the plug-in you used. I appreciate you sharing with me.

Thanks,

Lou B.