week one prompt

Throughout this first week, we have seen a lot of things that make this city unique  and special.  Detroit is portrayed in the media as hopeless place of crime and bankruptcy, yet as was clear today, the people who live here love their city more than anything. Please speak to your experience during this first week in Detroit. What has surprised you? What do you hope to give during your time here to help this city "rise from the ashes"? (350 word minimum)