New Orleans 2008

Last week, I had the opportunity to travel to New Orleans. While there, I was able to listen to the Salvation Army team speak who were part of the Hurricane Katrina relief team. The stories left me in tears. After I heard them speak, I approached one of them to ask if she would take me and show me first hand the Katrina hit areas of the city.

I was blown away by what still remains to be done. So many homes still in various stages of destruction. People still living in FEMA trailers. Sadness. Two and a half years later and as most of the world has moved on, the people of New Orleans are still trying to rebuild. Yes, there is much that has been done - by many volunteers and people from around the world. It is beautiful to see so many people who have contributed and helped out. But the need is still great.

I have a series of photos from New Orleans that I am selling to raise funds to contribute back to the Salvation army's Hurricane Katrina efforts. You can view them HERE or go directly HERE TO PUCRHASE If you have any questions or specific requests - just drop me a line! (The door collage is separated into folders by the size I have formatted it to as it is a bit of an unusual size.)

I am also in discussions about organizing a team to go down and offer help. They particularly need people with practical skills in home repairs. If you are interested in going down - drop me a line with "Katrina" in the subject line and I will let you know when details are firmed up.