Project: Katrina Hope…raise funds…raise walls…raise spirits

Through the anxiety of Hurricane Gustav and uncertainty of Hurricane Ike, I have witnessed people step up in tough circumstances. Fingers crossed that the levees would hold, evacuees almost dutifully made their way to vacant hotels or friends’ homes in nearby states. Grateful for the minimal damage of the first storm, neighbors have joined together [...]

Posted on September 10th, 2008 by Gretchen Wieland
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First and foremost, I want to thank the people who have already purchased a copy of Volunteers of Hope: Overcoming Katrina. This documentary will provide you a positive look at the Gulf Coast, especially as it is potentially facing another round of negatives.
It’s mind-numbing to think that anything could be compared to Hurricane Katrina. I’ve [...]

Posted on September 1st, 2008 by Gretchen Wieland
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