Returning to New Orleans, this time as a chaperone has not only changed my perspective of New Orleans, but enhanced the experiences that I have had thusfar. Being one of nine chaperones, the aftermath of Katrina is more heartbreaking when having to explain the details of the storm to the younger freshman; teaching others about the storm only opens my eyes even more to bigger pictures about the Katrina aftermath that I haven't noticed before. Little aspects such as long-term water damage, weak structural foundations, and toxic fumes that still are inhabitant in some houses seem to give no hope in a full recovery. I am glad to once again assist in rebuilding a home for one of the less fortunate to have lost EVERYTHING.
At our group's work site, we were able to meet our homeowner, Mr. Robert Williams, the first day of service. His story of loss and wreckage encourages my spirit in helping to rebuild his home. Mostly, we were able to get some mudding, flooring, and floating done, while having a goal to start the primary paint coat around the house sometime Friday. Let's try to make it happen!
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