We fought rain, fog, and wind to leave Minneapolis International Airport by 7:33 am Friday morning, but we did it. Through turbulence and a jam packed flight, we arrived in New Orleans. Our group of forty-six attracts attention from local residents, yet their response comes to us in nods, smiles, and waves. The hosts at the organization, HisHands2Go, welcomed us warmly, along with two other groups from Houston and Arizona. Orientation details present two certainties: volunteer work is easy come by and conditions are tough; rules are strict. However, the directors are confident that we will have experiences worth cherishing, build lasting connections with host families, and gain a service oriented perspective. After a tour of the Lower Ninth Ward, one of the most devastated areas and one that has gained national/celebrity attention, the group traversed the French Quarter and had a taste of Café Du Monde’s Beignets. At the end of the day, heads are heavy and ready for rest. Morning will come early, with the promise of gutting, sanding, scraping, painting, and sheet –rocking. Auggie Spirit holds strong in the humid heat.
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