


Our task for the day was the remove every thing in the home. All the way down to the studs. A licensed home inspector would then come in and see if the home was salvageable. Sadly, keepsakes within the home were all ruined.

I found this quote written on one of the beds in our sleeping room during our trip. I love it so much that I even had it written into one of my handbags. It’s sort of my life motto and has helped ground me while working in Pediatrics.


The floor plans for the new homes built in the lower ninth were designed to help if the area ever floods again. Elevated homes will hopefully be able to withstand flooding in the future.

Installing Hardie Plank siding is a great way to add value to any home. I’m so happy I learned how to do this.
I’ve had a lot of time to reflect on my experience and I can only conclude one thing. While I was helping to rebuild a city full of life, the city was actually building me into the person I am today.
*We find ourselves through the service of others*
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