The last volunteer meeting was held on Sunday, January 20th. Each and every person in attendance is excited to be part of this process, full of ideas for improving and rebuilding the Lower 9th Ward! As this is the first major service project that I have been personally involved with, I was shocked at the number of details that needed attention. As an admitted perfectionist, I’m sure that my attention to detail caused more work but the end result is truly amazing. Each volunteer – those in attendance as well as those that couldn’t make it on the trip but helped in countless ways – brings skills, energy, enthusiasm and excitement to this endeavor.The donations continued to pour into Perma-Seal on Tuesday afternoon. I had no idea that we would be able to fill a whole box truck with donations for the residents & volunteers. Among the many, many items we received were a washer & dryer, dresser, twin bed, mattresses, carpeting as well as countless pieces of clothing, cleaning supplies and household items. A common theme that is heard in New Orleans is that many people have good intentions but little follow-through. I am so proud to say that we are all about follow-through. Less than 9 months ago, several of Global Hope’s Board members set the intention to return to New Orleans with money and volunteers. WE ARE ON OUR WAY!
I need to tie up some loose ends (including this blog) and will get my own stuff packed up. I really have no idea what to expect when we arrive at the Common Ground site tomorrow but I know we will leave it better than when we arrived.
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