In less than a week, the most devasting flooding in decades has overtaken the beloved city of my youth. And I have seen hardly a news report about it. Thousands will lose their homes, their memories, yet will be thankful to be left with their families alive, filled with gratitude for their friends and a new tomorrow to rebuild from the rubble. While I live away from home now, my heart aches for family and friends there who struggle with the truth staring them in the face. And I wonder where the compassion of the world at large has disappeared to. Is the apathy because this storm bore no name to fame it? Now being labeled a worse disaster than hurricane Katrina, the cruel hand of devastation has once more left its fingerprint on the Southland. Pray for Louisiana. Pray for its humanity.
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Still thinking of everyone affected. After the carpets have been replaced, after the camera’s have gone, after the rebuild starts and the eyes of the world move on – that’s when you need more love and strength. Throwing it stateside!
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Thank you Roly. Many had to start over completely. No slavagung would help. My father and stepmother are still with relatives, waiting for all the red tape to get themselves into their new little home. It was so devastating.
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((( ❤ Praying for sooo much Divine courage and assistance ❤ )))
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Thank you my brother. There is a long history of courage in that place. They will persevere. Much love to you as well.
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this looks terrible, devastating and sad. Hope the people get some help from the state.
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They are getting FEMA assistance at this point.
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I’m sorry for the devastation in Louisiana and your home town, Cheryl. Will keep those affected in my prayers.
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Thank you so much. All prayers are appreciated.
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The devastation is awful. I heard a very brief report on this, this morning on the news, followed by fives times the amount of coverage on a political speech yesterday where nothing was said. We’re keeping your family and friends in our thoughts and prayers.
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Thank you Dan. I am working very hard to overcome my sense of disgust over the way our humanity has turned. It isn’t a good sign my friend. Have a good week.
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Floods devastate communities. I am so sorry that yet another has ravaged a one you love. My home city and county was torn apart by terrible floods last December for the second time in a decade. Homes still stand empty, businesses closed and bridges still have to be rebuilt. Yet the resilience of those affected and the kindness of strangers are the stories that rise above the loss and heartache as people, once again, pick themselves up and carry on living. I pray Louisiana will find the strength and will to rise from this.
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They always do Julia. You know the first thing that came to mind when this started were the photos you and others shared of what was happening there. In India the monsoons wreak havoc yearly as well. I am sorry for the great losses suffered by those in your home as well.
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As I read this, once again, flash floods have caused heartache for many in this part of the world. It is a global issue.
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Changing weather is affecting so many areas of the world.
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Love and prayers to all the beautiful people of Louisiana. You are not forgotten.
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Thank you.
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Not like.
Praying.
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Thanks so much Katie. I/they appreciate it so much. Hugs.
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Reblogged this on Zenkatwrites's Blog and commented:
Say prayers for them; and if there is anything you can do, act….
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It’s hard to hit the like button on this post Cheryl! I hope they come out stronger, and better.
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They always have. They are a strong people. Thank you.
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