Houston Astrodome update and more....
Greetings- I sent this last night to my personal contacts and some of
you have already responded- Thanks-
I would like to first say that our Mayor is doing a fantastic job- we
have
opened up apts. 6 month homes- longer if
they choose to stay- offered work, man, the
line for work was longer than the welfare line this morning. I'm sure you
will be hearing about Mayor Bill White soon- unless the media,
never mind.
I'm keeping a short account of what I see and hear. I'll send my entries via e-mail to friends and family.
(If you want to read it you can e-mail me and I'll add you to that
group of addresses. (I'm going to wait for a few more weeks to give
accurate account of the, conditions...) things are changing each day--
- hour. The media is pressing on to be able to enter.
We have an arm band "system" that identifies each person as a
volunteer (yellow) a guest- pink (an American that came from New
Orleans) then a red- these are for the patients who aren't ready to enter the dome, convention center
or the other 2 stadiums yet. I saw many, many people with two wrist
bands on one - pink and then a yellow- these wonderful people are helping from, trash pick
up to sorting clothEs and helping with wheel chaired people. About 30+ percent of the New Orleans people are also
volunteers! They all have a strong need to do something -
and they are.
I have been working almost non- stop here in Houston.
I live only 2-3 miles from the astrodome dome (reliant center) "city"-
Here's what's going on in my view, a bit of what I have witnessed.
Many of these fine Americans are in a state of shock (mostly women
and children are in the most emotional pain, or at least showing it),
many have no idea where the rest of their family is. I have walked
the dome many times asking the question-to hundreds, is there
anything I can get you?
-- Virginia-Yes, please please do you have a car? - I NEED to go
home.
I didn't want nor do I need
thanks. I thanked her back.
oNE woman here said "I have been on my period
and haven't had a change of pants, can you get me pads and a
pair of pants. These
people have so much gratitude that they are being treated like humans
again.
there's much talk about the president $bu$h- how these people
voted for him and regret it, more about that later.
There are many more stories to tell- these people talk opening about
what is happening- the fears the loss... More to come- when time
permits that diary of mine will include some stuff that will be hard
to read- but it needs to be told and I will speak for those who
cannot- as the media is not allowed IN the astrodome.
The children - many have been "lost"- there are about about 300 children
here - waiting for a parent or family member. We have set up fun area
outside and all children can go to astro world (six flags across the
freeway free- parents too- and if they don't' have a guardian a
person (like me) is assigned. There's need for temporary foster care
until a relative is found.
CRIME- there have been 7 arrests in a "city of 20K + charges? Public
intoxication. Please don't believe what you may have heard about
rapes...happening here in Houston, it's just not true. The Mayor DISPELLED
THAT MYTH LAST NIGHT AND I PROUD TO LIVE HERE. Oops caps, Bill White
is a liberal with a huge heart for the American people. Our local
government has moved faster than the feds did-or do, or are doing.
We need:
Man- power medical- counselors- professionals- lawyers (many Houston
attorneys have offered free advice and help) 50 nurses came from san
sandeiago to Houston Monday, And were sent back? They aren't
licensed to practice in Texas! If I hadn't been there I wouldn't be
able to believed it- OH--- yeah I would.
"Amerikan pride- hell no---"pride spelled the downfall of nearly every great civilization in history" I can't remember. Who said that? C. Marx? No, I just don't remember. REALLY WHO DID SAY THAT? TELL ME PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE! :)
We need kids stuff books art supplies- actually a girlfriend of mine
is sending some of that stuff (her idea!) she;s awesome ! Here's what she wrote me- also, I highly suggest checking out her site- she had some beautiful art posted and has classes- creative recovery.
My Friend wrote me earlier--- "I wish I could come down there. I really want to send children's books down there. And maybe some art stuff for the kids. What do you think? Should I send it to you?"
the medical teams are worn out sleeping 2 or 3 hrs at a
time on the same cots we have for our guests- compassion is oozing
from them and everyone else.
We...You know me, here I go with just a bit of how I'm seeing this---
It's coming - this failed government tells us - yet we aren't
seeing the help- We have every right to call for the firing of- that
scum some call president.
The Red Cross I'm sorry to report that --RC- isn't where these people
feel comfortable- they have been spoken to in a rude manner, more in my
journal entries. (Could very well be isolated, although in listening
I heard some pretty bad stuff) I need more info- from the folks here
before I can give you any facts.
FEMA- were sent only AFTER the storm hit
On Aug. 26, 2005, Gov. Blanco declares Louisiana as being in a state
of emergency. Once that occurs, FEMA is responsible. There is no gray
area here. FEMA was to assume responsibility because they "allegedly"
are the experts here. FEMA is a Federal organization.
SO... Who chose an incompetent, unqualified horse whisperer, to run
this important agency? Why the chief incompetent himself George W
bu$h.
Secondly, the absolute dismantling of FEMA through insufficient
funding, the refusal to respond to studies citing this as a potential
disaster are (http://service.spiegel.de/cache/international/0,1518,372455,00.html),
the diversion of Nat. Guard troops, reduction in SELA funds, and the
overall poor response to this disaster lay squarely at W's feet.
I have avoided reading certain lists and watching any mainstream media
(which isn't a new thing) one reason is that my being has no room for
anger @ this time- Oh it's there but it will have stay 'somewhat"
quiet until I am emotionally and physically stable enough to take on
both my activist views on this governments blatant disregard for the
living Americans hurt by this disaster and the dead.
I'm pondering- Do bu$h supporters get it now? The government knows
that YOU know what they did and they are scared, and they are playing
every dirty trick they can to keep you from directing your anger
where it belongs, at Washington DC. Hurricane Katrina/ flood
(separate) has shredded what was little left of the Bush
Administration's credibility. Now we watch the slow train wreck of
America.
What we are witnessing in New Orleans is nothing less than the abject
failure of government at the one task it is supposed to do, deal with
problems too big for private enterprise to handle. We pay taxes; we
follow rules, and get things that we normally would not do for
ourselves in return. It is a social contract, and in the wake of
hurricane Katrina, it was a worthless piece of paper.
So, you will see tons of propaganda about how this is a Republican
versus Democrat issue, or it's a rich versus poor issue, and maybe
even some good old fashioned race-baiting as well, along with the
usual phony opinion polls, all to keep the American people squabbling
amongst themselves while the real authors of this disaster breath a
sign of relief at their narrow escape, and laugh again at how easily
fooled the American people are. Really? We won't get fooled again-
what ashamed that we as Americans awaken
AFTER a disaster hit. The fine Americans that were hit in NYC
those "calm"
People in NYC on 9-11 with INSTANT relief - were devastated, yes,
this is much different, there was no help for 5 days! They had no food or
water survivors. This is much worse than that disaster-and the blame
well... You decide. I already have.
I did find this- http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/9232927/
"Bush struggles to find the right tone on disaster" headline
After reading that....
Okay Mr. President, try that again, but a little lower voice, less
smirk, and can you maybe frown? Not pout, frown. FRO-WN. Okay, skip the
frown. Any chance you could fake a tear? Clinton was good at that. Remember that
video from Ron Brown's funeral? Smile to tears in 3.2 seconds flat. Think
you can pull that off? No? Okay, we'll squirt some water in your eyes just
before the cameras roll.
This man called President Bush has a lot to answer for- People to
fire including himself stepping down.
the former James Bond actor told reporters Saturday. "I don't know if this man is
really taking care of America. This government has been shameful. -
He said what we have been saying for yrs/
Houston is a fine city. I'm just getting
that(although there are a few problems with the cops, which I'll talk
about in my diary entry @ Haresgroove- and via e-mail to friends and family.)
The most important thing to remember is that we - are humans I'm a strong chick and can absorb pain in hope that the little I am doing helps in some way.
Odd, today (my break day) I'm not tired I've worked 17 hr "shifts"
for 3 days then a 7 hr shift
I need to ride the bike but shit, it's too damn hot here in the summer to ride, run or even walk- and I don't
give my money to gyms):)- my body is tired but nothing a day of rest and
meditation won't cure. HEY_ NO WAY- I'm NOT complaining! :)
I wish all of you the best,
Power to the peaceful!
Jess @ haresgroove
Right now I'm in HTown TX
you have already responded- Thanks-
I would like to first say that our Mayor is doing a fantastic job- we
have
opened up apts. 6 month homes- longer if
they choose to stay- offered work, man, the
line for work was longer than the welfare line this morning. I'm sure you
will be hearing about Mayor Bill White soon- unless the media,
never mind.
I'm keeping a short account of what I see and hear. I'll send my entries via e-mail to friends and family.
(If you want to read it you can e-mail me and I'll add you to that
group of addresses. (I'm going to wait for a few more weeks to give
accurate account of the, conditions...) things are changing each day--
- hour. The media is pressing on to be able to enter.
We have an arm band "system" that identifies each person as a
volunteer (yellow) a guest- pink (an American that came from New
Orleans) then a red- these are for the patients who aren't ready to enter the dome, convention center
or the other 2 stadiums yet. I saw many, many people with two wrist
bands on one - pink and then a yellow- these wonderful people are helping from, trash pick
up to sorting clothEs and helping with wheel chaired people. About 30+ percent of the New Orleans people are also
volunteers! They all have a strong need to do something -
and they are.
I have been working almost non- stop here in Houston.
I live only 2-3 miles from the astrodome dome (reliant center) "city"-
Here's what's going on in my view, a bit of what I have witnessed.
Many of these fine Americans are in a state of shock (mostly women
and children are in the most emotional pain, or at least showing it),
many have no idea where the rest of their family is. I have walked
the dome many times asking the question-to hundreds, is there
anything I can get you?
-- Virginia-Yes, please please do you have a car? - I NEED to go
home.
I didn't want nor do I need
thanks. I thanked her back.
oNE woman here said "I have been on my period
and haven't had a change of pants, can you get me pads and a
pair of pants. These
people have so much gratitude that they are being treated like humans
again.
there's much talk about the president $bu$h- how these people
voted for him and regret it, more about that later.
There are many more stories to tell- these people talk opening about
what is happening- the fears the loss... More to come- when time
permits that diary of mine will include some stuff that will be hard
to read- but it needs to be told and I will speak for those who
cannot- as the media is not allowed IN the astrodome.
The children - many have been "lost"- there are about about 300 children
here - waiting for a parent or family member. We have set up fun area
outside and all children can go to astro world (six flags across the
freeway free- parents too- and if they don't' have a guardian a
person (like me) is assigned. There's need for temporary foster care
until a relative is found.
CRIME- there have been 7 arrests in a "city of 20K + charges? Public
intoxication. Please don't believe what you may have heard about
rapes...happening here in Houston, it's just not true. The Mayor DISPELLED
THAT MYTH LAST NIGHT AND I PROUD TO LIVE HERE. Oops caps, Bill White
is a liberal with a huge heart for the American people. Our local
government has moved faster than the feds did-or do, or are doing.
We need:
Man- power medical- counselors- professionals- lawyers (many Houston
attorneys have offered free advice and help) 50 nurses came from san
sandeiago to Houston Monday, And were sent back? They aren't
licensed to practice in Texas! If I hadn't been there I wouldn't be
able to believed it- OH--- yeah I would.
"Amerikan pride- hell no---"pride spelled the downfall of nearly every great civilization in history" I can't remember. Who said that? C. Marx? No, I just don't remember. REALLY WHO DID SAY THAT? TELL ME PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE! :)
We need kids stuff books art supplies- actually a girlfriend of mine
is sending some of that stuff (her idea!) she;s awesome ! Here's what she wrote me- also, I highly suggest checking out her site- she had some beautiful art posted and has classes- creative recovery.
My Friend wrote me earlier--- "I wish I could come down there. I really want to send children's books down there. And maybe some art stuff for the kids. What do you think? Should I send it to you?"
the medical teams are worn out sleeping 2 or 3 hrs at a
time on the same cots we have for our guests- compassion is oozing
from them and everyone else.
We...You know me, here I go with just a bit of how I'm seeing this---
It's coming - this failed government tells us - yet we aren't
seeing the help- We have every right to call for the firing of- that
scum some call president.
The Red Cross I'm sorry to report that --RC- isn't where these people
feel comfortable- they have been spoken to in a rude manner, more in my
journal entries. (Could very well be isolated, although in listening
I heard some pretty bad stuff) I need more info- from the folks here
before I can give you any facts.
FEMA- were sent only AFTER the storm hit
On Aug. 26, 2005, Gov. Blanco declares Louisiana as being in a state
of emergency. Once that occurs, FEMA is responsible. There is no gray
area here. FEMA was to assume responsibility because they "allegedly"
are the experts here. FEMA is a Federal organization.
SO... Who chose an incompetent, unqualified horse whisperer, to run
this important agency? Why the chief incompetent himself George W
bu$h.
Secondly, the absolute dismantling of FEMA through insufficient
funding, the refusal to respond to studies citing this as a potential
disaster are (http://service.spiegel.de/cache/international/0,1518,372455,00.html),
the diversion of Nat. Guard troops, reduction in SELA funds, and the
overall poor response to this disaster lay squarely at W's feet.
I have avoided reading certain lists and watching any mainstream media
(which isn't a new thing) one reason is that my being has no room for
anger @ this time- Oh it's there but it will have stay 'somewhat"
quiet until I am emotionally and physically stable enough to take on
both my activist views on this governments blatant disregard for the
living Americans hurt by this disaster and the dead.
I'm pondering- Do bu$h supporters get it now? The government knows
that YOU know what they did and they are scared, and they are playing
every dirty trick they can to keep you from directing your anger
where it belongs, at Washington DC. Hurricane Katrina/ flood
(separate) has shredded what was little left of the Bush
Administration's credibility. Now we watch the slow train wreck of
America.
What we are witnessing in New Orleans is nothing less than the abject
failure of government at the one task it is supposed to do, deal with
problems too big for private enterprise to handle. We pay taxes; we
follow rules, and get things that we normally would not do for
ourselves in return. It is a social contract, and in the wake of
hurricane Katrina, it was a worthless piece of paper.
So, you will see tons of propaganda about how this is a Republican
versus Democrat issue, or it's a rich versus poor issue, and maybe
even some good old fashioned race-baiting as well, along with the
usual phony opinion polls, all to keep the American people squabbling
amongst themselves while the real authors of this disaster breath a
sign of relief at their narrow escape, and laugh again at how easily
fooled the American people are. Really? We won't get fooled again-
what ashamed that we as Americans awaken
AFTER a disaster hit. The fine Americans that were hit in NYC
those "calm"
People in NYC on 9-11 with INSTANT relief - were devastated, yes,
this is much different, there was no help for 5 days! They had no food or
water survivors. This is much worse than that disaster-and the blame
well... You decide. I already have.
I did find this- http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/9232927/
"Bush struggles to find the right tone on disaster" headline
After reading that....
Okay Mr. President, try that again, but a little lower voice, less
smirk, and can you maybe frown? Not pout, frown. FRO-WN. Okay, skip the
frown. Any chance you could fake a tear? Clinton was good at that. Remember that
video from Ron Brown's funeral? Smile to tears in 3.2 seconds flat. Think
you can pull that off? No? Okay, we'll squirt some water in your eyes just
before the cameras roll.
This man called President Bush has a lot to answer for- People to
fire including himself stepping down.
the former James Bond actor told reporters Saturday. "I don't know if this man is
really taking care of America. This government has been shameful. -
He said what we have been saying for yrs/
Houston is a fine city. I'm just getting
that(although there are a few problems with the cops, which I'll talk
about in my diary entry @ Haresgroove- and via e-mail to friends and family.)
The most important thing to remember is that we - are humans I'm a strong chick and can absorb pain in hope that the little I am doing helps in some way.
Odd, today (my break day) I'm not tired I've worked 17 hr "shifts"
for 3 days then a 7 hr shift
I need to ride the bike but shit, it's too damn hot here in the summer to ride, run or even walk- and I don't
give my money to gyms):)- my body is tired but nothing a day of rest and
meditation won't cure. HEY_ NO WAY- I'm NOT complaining! :)
I wish all of you the best,
Power to the peaceful!
Jess @ haresgroove
Right now I'm in HTown TX
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Saturday, September 10, 2005
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