Darren Isabelle
I got this report from Darren Isabelle (NY MIS) who had to evacuate his home in New Orleans:
I am doing well. Although my house had very minor damage, I have decided to stay in Houston for at least a year. The city is a mess, it's smells bad and it ain't pretty! I have been traveling back and forth every two weeks since the city opened. It truly is amazing to see the effort that is being put forward by so many people that aren't even from New Orleans. I see Police and Firemen from everywhere. New York, New Jersey, Chicago, etc. The National Guard is still a very strong presence in the city. It's very weird to have your life turned upside down and inside out. This will affect us for years to come. Sometimes it's hard to think clearly. It's like the world's axis has been tilted a whole different way. AND IT'S BIZARRE!. I'm starting to sleep better and relax a little. It has helped receiving letters and gifts from all of you guys. It's helps to know there are friends out there that are ready to give you a hand up when you need it. I feel very blessed in all of this. Thank you and everyone else. I truly appreciate the love that has been shown to me and my family. God bless the whole gang! (Oh, he has already. We all got to meet and be a part of something very special that will live on for a long long time.) Darren : )