Mississippi in recovery
We are in our third to last state and the sights have really changed. We got our first glimpse of the Atlantic today. The Gulf Coast is unlike anything I have ever seen. There are no waves and, because of the chilly weather, there were no people on the beaches. Even though it was pretty cold today (about 19 with the wind chill) we still took a break just to sit and take in the beautiful sight of the Gulf.
On the flip side of that beauty we have been shocked by the devastation left from Katrina. Everywhere we look are reminders that the nation's worst natural disaster happened just two years ago. Very little has actually been rebuilt but it is clear that work is underway. Some homes and businesses are rebuilt, and many more are under construction. Most of the rubble has been cleared, although there is still a considerable amount left everywhere. When we have access to a computer with the proper connections we will share some photos of the things we have seen. This has really been an eye opening experience that has made one thing very clear; its good to be a contractor on the Gulf Coast right now.
Tomorrow we will make it to Alabama and not soon after that we will be in Florida for the home stretch. Each day brings its trials but we are enjoying the challenge of overcoming them. For the past few days we have battled some tough winds and frigid temperatures, but it is supposed to warm up in a few days and hopefully the wind will be at our backs soon too. Thanks again to everyone who has helped us out along the way and to all of you praying us along. We really appreciate all your help. You are all wonderful people and we look forward to meeting many more.
posted by Alex @ 2:23 PM
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It's 27 degrees in Atlanta, GA....brrr! Luckily y'all will be a bit south of that...but bundle up!
Dear Guys, This entry tells us of some of the really difficult stuff that you have seen on this adventure. And there is sadness in this post that we have not seen prior. I think it must be true that it doesn’t matter how many pictures we might see of the devastation or how clear and precise those pictures might be it still comes as a shock to us when we see it first hand. You have experienced many wonderful things and met many gracious people on this good will trip. And we who come here and read your Blog are always blessed by the pictures and descriptions of the things you have seen. You are not only raising awareness of the devastating ALS and money to help fight that disease you are giving us the privilege of seeing parts of our country that most of us will never see, though the eyes of loving and compassionate young men. Thank you and God speed.
Congratulations on making it to Florida! Alex told me last night that today you were going to decide today whether to head south along the western coast or keep heading east and go down the eastern side. Just don't get lost in the Everglades. Remember .... alligators live there.
hey guys, could you facebook me or post on here how long you think it will take to reach miami. i'm trying to figure out which weekend rebecca and i should plan on being there.
keep on rolling.
thanks,
chase
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