I live, no thanks to Katrina....

[SouthernDem2004]

Lost my house and basicly everything I own but I sent my family to another state so they are safe and thats all that matters.

For those that do not know I am a Police Officer for Biloxi, MS. When I got off shift this morning I ran to where my family is and I am trying to file claims with FEMA and my insurance company. Lol, they say we may get a day off in 3 months.

When I get a day off I will post my hurricane experience. It would make a good TV movie. :)

For those of you interested in helping please donate to the Red Cross. DO NOT COME HERE! Traffic and people hinder emergency crews. Alot of people died. Alot of my neighbors died. The Police are on edge. If you come here and violate our curfew you will go to jail. No ifs ands or buts.


Peace

[supernova]

1. So glad you are OK, SD

and also your family. So many are not. It looks like the 30s migration all over again.

:hug: Wow! Looking forward to your story when you get the chance to write it.

In the meantime, here's another :hug: for all your public safety work. It's so important right now.

[Heidi]

2. I'm glad you're OK

and I'm sorry for your loss of neighbors. Peace, guidance and protection, SD2004.

[blondeatlast]

3. Very good to hear you are okay.

Thanks for the service you provide. I know you will be taxed to the limit; have strength, sir.

:patriot:

[wovenpaint]

4. I'm so sorry to hear this

Good to hear that you and yours are ok-but it just must be horrible. Sending prayers your way. Take care-I have no words....

[Blue Diadem]

5. I was worried about you, glad you and your family are safe. n/t

[carpetbagger]

6. Good to hear from you. Two things might cheer you up...

1. moveon.org has already signed up people willing to take in 87,000 refugees in their homes.

2. Even Faux News is complaining about the slow pace of FEMA's action, and CNN reporters (except Blitzer) are going ballistic on all republicans, and even democrats who praise the response.

Help has been shamed on the way.

[progmom]

7. YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY!!

Thank you so much for checking in.

Will you let us know what we can do to help you, once you have time to let this all sink in?

:grouphug:

[progmom]

8. nominated

there were a lot of people asking about you, and Saturday mornings are slow.

[graywarrior]

9. Stay safe. Glad your family is ok.

[Liberalynn]

11. So glad that you and your family survived.

and thank you for the work you are doing.:hug: :patriot:

[kwassa]

10. Glad to hear you are alright, and your family is safe

I drove through Biloxi many years ago, before the casinos, and thought it was a pretty area. I remember all the older houses along the beach. I'm sorry to see all that destroyed, and am wondering about all the lives lost.

[Misunderestimator]

12. Glad you're ok!

And sorry for your loss... and thanks for your help. :hug:

[gizmo1979]

13. Goodluck friend

The world needs good people like you!stay safe!

[BikeWriter]

14. Super cool, good job, Officer. We're proud of you!

[LaurenG]

15. Do you or your family need anything

Do you need a place to stay? I hope that things go smoothly for you and the government acts quickly now to care for those who have been devastated.

[SouthernDem2004]

19. I am better off then most left homeless. I can stay with Police and

family. Things are going as good as they can in Mississippi. NO is a completely different situation.

[LaurenG]

21. I am just so saddened by this

I know it will be very hard for you the coming days. I'll be sending good thoughts and wishes and prayers that way.

[BikeWriter]

16. Recommended for Greatest Page.

[bridgit]

17. peace indeed, friend...

http://wx.gulfcoastnews.com/katrina/status.aspx

[thinkingwoman]

18. Glad to hear you made it through

and that your family is safe.

Keep you in my thoughts.

[bertha katzenengel]

20. Peace, SoDem.

:hug:

[ailsagirl]

22. So so so glad you and your family are OK!!

And I'm so sorry to hear about your neighbors-- I'm feeling so
damn helpless. Words just fail me.

:hug:

[meganmonkey]

23. Wow - One more DUer safe and sound

*breathessighofrelief*

I can't imagine what you are dealing with now. Thank you for all your work, Stay strong, and I can't wait to hear more in 3 months (!)

:patriot:

[bear425]

24. Glad to hear you and your family's safe! n /t

[yewberry]

25. Glad to hear you're okay!

Wow, Biloxi. That must be an incredibly difficult place to police right now.

So sorry that you've lost so much, but I'm glad your family is out of harm's way.

Be safe.

[philosophie_en_rose]

26. I'm so glad that you're okay.

But if people violate the curfew and go to jail, do they get a safe place to stay?

Of course, it's stupid for outsiders to get in the way, but I wonder whether it wouldn't be worth it for a desperate person to commit a crime just to survive. :shrug:

[NJCher]

27. So good to hear from you!

I'm sorry about the loss of your neighbors and your home. That your family is safe is a relief, though.

Can't wait for your story; write it up when you can!




Cher

[K8-EEE]

28. Thank You For This, I'm Happy Your Family Is Safe

Can't imagine what you've been through.

[nothingshocksmeanymore]

29. Glad you made it

[flamingyouth]

30. Glad that you are physically okay.

We've all been worried about DUers in the path of Katrina. Thank you for checking in.

[xmas74]

31. Glad to hear that you're safe.

And good advice to stay away for now. Unless they have experience some people will make the situation even worse.

Not much I can do from here but if you know anyone who is interested in relocating I know of a foundry that is advertising for 100 employees. They've been in business for over 60 years, have good benefits and pay a decent wage for this area. It might be a new start for anyone that you meet w/ that is looking for one.

[Swamp Rat]

32. I know how you feel brother.

:hug:

peace

[no name no slogan]

33. All the best to you and your family

we are all sending good thoughts and prayers your way :hug:

[BamaGirl]

34. Glad you and yours are safe

My hubby is in Biloxi with his Guard unit. All of y'all stay safe!

[khashka]

35. My admiration knows no bounds

I'm so sorry for your losses (but thankful you and your family are OK), and admire your dedication and sense of duty. I'm sure it's difficult...

I was gonna totally rip this thread off and be silly ( I can't do anymore doom and gloom) but I can't do it. It would be dishonorable.

We hear about people looting and raping and stealing and everything horrible. We so rarely hear about people doing their job and doing their best for other people in the midst of their own tragedy.


Respect where respect is due!
Khash.

[brentspeak]

36. Glad you're OK

I'm sorry for your loss. Prayers for you.

[Kurovski]

37. I look forward to reading your report.

Best wishes to you and your family.

[lildreamer316]

38. Take care of your self. Let us know when we can help.n/t

[JohnnyBoots]

39. Best of luck, mate.

[Left Is Write]

40. I'm sorry for your losses...

but glad your family is safe and cared for.

I have no words, no true comprehension of what you have and will endure. :hug:

[Flaxbee]

41. Great to hear from you.

I am so sorry for your losses, and so sad for your friends and neighbors who died.

I hope you get some rest in the next few months. Thank you for all of your hard work for everyone stuck and scared down there.