Monday, Nov. 12

Being in New Orleans again brings back thoughts of past experiences. For LCR, this is the fifth trip. For me, it is my third trip. It reminds me again that out of disaster comes a spiritual connection. It is a chance to think about all we take for granted and how vulnerable we are.

As a group of 14, we split into four workgroups. Marty (LCR), Danny (Ascension), and I (LCR) worked on a small roofing project today. We tore off a really rotten roof and rafters, leaving the salvagable ceiling joists. We also removed the drywall on the ceiling. After cleaning up our mess, we were able to put up new rafters. Tomorrow we will put on plywood and start reroofing.

This trip is missing something though. Her name is Cindy Zorn. I think this would have been her fifth trip. That says alot about who she is. We heard some good news today, and our thoughts are with you Cindy.

Thanks to all the families of the people who are here volunteering. Your support allows us to be here. There has been a tremendous amount of recovery in a little over two years. It is encouraging. But, there are still hundreds of empty houses. Hopefully, people will continue to remember the needs of the people here and come down to help out.

Peace, Justin Long