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Hurricane Katrina - Bay St. Louis, Mississippi

Hurricane Katrina : The Mississippi Aftermath : Damage and destruction in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. All homes and businesses were damaged and most were destroyed. Its feared that hundreds have died.

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Guest		22-Apr-2008 23:29
I just moved to Waveland, MS about 11 months ago. My first couple visits here were so sad, the devistation and look on peoples faces broke my heart. I pray that God blesses all of you who had to experience the tragic storm, and blesses all who have came to help rebuild the area. I now call Waveland, MS home and I love it here and all the people who reside here. God Bless all of you. "Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." Joshua 1:9

beth		22-Mar-2008 04:02
We are looking to lease a 3 bedroom, 2 bath house in Bay St Louis in 2 weeks. Any leads? Moving there to open a modular home sales lot. Call 504-628-8282 Beth

Walt		19-Mar-2008 02:42
I'm trying to get in touch with Geraldine "Geri" Henry, Don Siebbenkittel and Chad Stokes. Have not heard from since the hurricane, email dotywalterc@johndeere.com

Guest		12-Mar-2008 22:33
My name is Gabe, my wife and I was renting for the storm, we lived on sears ave, about 2 football feilds off the beach,fema helped us a little, we also moved into a tralier after the storm for 2 yrs, findly we found a place to buy, now were about 3 mile off the beach,but cant get help working on our home, I understand we bought the place after,but we dont seem to qualfly for none of the help rebuilding, the house we now own has been somewhat gutted, jobs are scarces. any suggestions? gabeandmaggie@dishmail.net

Tracy Lane		27-Feb-2008 04:23
FEMA Has Issued A Demand:In Feb,2008 Knocking Door to Door."You must get out of The FEMA Travel Trailors/Mobile Homes.They are putting people in Cottages,Hotels,Apartments,Rooms,Houses,and Paying The Bill...Till Sept.2008. Then the persons will only be charged $50.00 per month,Fema will pay the rest... Until they can find Everyone A Place to stay. This is because:Falmadahyde was found @ unsafe levels in all Trailors. They had hidden documents of the unsafe level of Famaldahyde... People are Dead!Sick:from exspossure to the chemical. Bronchitis,nose bleeds,nausea,rashes on skin,blurred vision,cought,Ashthma,Emphasima,Ect. They will be sending out checks...If you have serious Health Issues as Myself & Family do,Hire an Attorney,don't except the going rate,I believe is & 1.600 Each Person. I'll be getting an Attorney because:We were left in the now Condemmed Home for 1yr.I have Piles of Dr.Visit Papers,nebulizer,albuteral,Meds,Meds & more Meds... We have lived on antibiotics since Katrina. We were left to live in Black Mold for 1yr.Then the Fema trailor 1yr.We moved from the trailor 12-18-07.Now we have a safe Cottage...I have to go to a Crital Care Pulmonary Dr.I'm on the Advair Disk,My son on Albuterol,My daughter on the Nebulizer & other Meds..

Polly Jo		18-Feb-2008 19:47
I am looking for a friend of my mothers Mary Benz 80 years old who lived in bay St Louis there has been no contact since the storm hit. If you have any info please mail me at Snooks15@aol.com Thanking You in Return Polly Jo

Guest		05-Feb-2008 14:29
As a resident/victim/survivor/Firefighter from Bay St. Louis, thank you all for your time, concern and caring. Without your support, our lives and recovery would have been much more difficult. We won't forget you..

Alex		07-Jan-2008 18:29
I was down there for relief effort about a year after the storm hit. It was an experience that changed my life. A group of kids and some parents drove down on a bus all the way from Milwaukee, WI. It was a around a 24 hour drive. We spent the week there cleaning up the beach and cleaning up lots. The week without decent food, water, shelter, or even safety was worth helping five or six families get back on their feet. God Bless all you helping clean up, but especially to those affected by the storm. Its a long road, but your gonna make it. Your in all our prayers.

Early W. Cobb		22-Dec-2007 01:45
I was there for the relief operation with the Army. Originally from Nawlins, I used to go to BSL for many summers with friends. I stayed in the old cable factory for weeks. It was heart breaking and sad. But, at the same time PROUD. All my soldiers talked about was how these people who'd lost everything kept asking if there was something they could do for us. They kept telling people "no, were here to help you." They said many times, hey Sarge, these are some really great people. Just before we left, American flags started popping up where homes used to be. One man put up a sign "home, free some assemble required." The house was a pile of sticks. That's the people of the deep south. Spirited beyound belief. I'll be passing there to visit family on my way home from Iraq this Christmas. I'll stop in to see things. - SSG Early W. Cobb

Guest		16-Dec-2007 22:13
JOHN DENZA HERE BEING MOST OF MY LIFE FROM B.S.L. IT STILL BREAKS MY HEART TO RUN ACROSS SITES LIKE THIS. BUT AT THE SAME TIME ITS GREAT TO RUN ACROSS THE NAMES OF PEOPLE YOU KNOW.I AM NOW LIVING IN CA.BUT I SEE SUE ANN SMITHS NAME ON HERE I AM HER CHILDRENS UNCLE. IF ANYONE KNOWS ME OR THE SMITHS MY E-MAIL IS JDENZA@HOTMAIL.COM

Guest		05-Dec-2007 19:30
LIVING IN GULFPORT MY WHOLE LIFE, I WANTED TO THANK ALL THE VOLUNTEERS THAT CAME TO MISSISSIPPI TO HELP....WHAT A RELIEF TO SEE SUCH GREAT HUMAN BEINGS..... YALL HAVE SHOWED US LOVE AND HUMANITY FAR BEYOND OUR DREAMS...GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU!!!!

amber wilson		06-Nov-2007 17:58
i was in this hurrican i was in pascagoula mississippi and it tookm every thing i had my family and my home now i live in fl. and i ms. has changed after this it will never be the same home again until every thing will be the same!!!!

Patrice		31-Oct-2007 16:43
Does anyone know where grants are available to rebuild a homestead property that did not have homeowners insurance on the property at the time of Hurricane Katrina. I have been running into brick walls through the State of MS. Even in trying to deal with the volunteer groups it has been difficult, since the deed was never changed after the death of my uncle. Please visit the web site set up as a result of becoming a non proofit organization to raise money to rebuild. www.barabinocollinskatrinafund.org. Any assistance anyone could offer would be greatly appreciate. Thanks! Patrice (Trice1113@aol.com)

Ana		17-Oct-2007 04:12
I'd like to know about Anthony K Sahuque "tony" , he live in Lower bay rd., he is an old friend of mine, I'm from Venezuela, South America.If somebody knows him, please contact Ana "amtf47@yahoo.com"

Guest		15-Oct-2007 02:54
10/14/07 As Walter and I said, early on, our friends in Bay St. Louis will always be in our hearts and prayers. Just like the "new" New Orleans, we are looking forward to the "new" Bay St. Louis and the "new" "Gulf Coast". We will be coming back to visit you, often, as we have done through the years. Things are "looking up" for us, we are, finally, getting a roof on our house. Walter has been very ill, starting before Katrina. He has pre-leukemia and has been in the hospital, several times. He condition seems to be stable at this time. God bless!! Anna O'Malley Hingle

jason		29-Sep-2007 01:25
im proud of the lil town of bay st louis. it was my home for ten years , i now live in ky. one day i hope to go back thank you for this site . jason

Bryan Brignac		06-Sep-2007 08:03
Many thanks from our hearts to all the volunteers who helped all of us from the Bay-Waveland areas!! Our doors will be always open to all of you!

Guest		18-Aug-2007 19:54
Still looking for Ben Parks or Lisa Krause! Old family friends. Please contact me Jennifer Compton jennilee1974@yahoo.com

Mike Rechtien		17-Aug-2007 02:21
Well, I ended up staying 9 months. My family adopted a house in Bay St. Louis and along with so many others finally finished it by Easter this year. Thanks to my dad and mom and our home church St. Patrick's Catholic in Rolla, MO, and in the Bay - St. Rose de Lima, Catholic Charities, City Team (Bonnie and Di!!), Baptist and Methodist Relief effort, Amish, Mennonite, Salvation Army, etc.... so many volunteers. God bless and keep you. My AmeriCorps team lost one of ours - Dan Kivel drown in the Bay while wading Memorial Day Weekend 2006. Unbelievably heartbreaking. Much love to all who helped so much and to my wonderful teammates - Dan, Rick, Sarah, Cara, Amy, Michelle, and Lysandra, as well as my bro Rick who is still rebuilding for Catholic Charities in Bay St. Louis. God bless and keep you all, Mike Rechtien.

Guest		02-Aug-2007 02:17
Hey, I was jus lookin at all the pics u've taken. I jus came back from a missionary trip. I was helping rebuild a house in Gulfport, Mississippi. I also drove through Bay St. Louis. I hope everything goes well. God Bless

Guest		17-Jul-2007 23:11
We are fine and now are in Canton, Texas. We lost everything and are trying to start again. We lived in the house (the yellow cottage on Court St) and were washed out but picked up by the police.Due to open heart surgery we will remain here for awhile. Jinks is fine but as we all are, remains in shock and depression. He will be 65 this year and thought his retirement would be golfing...he is working again. We have rented a small home but our love and prayers remain on the coast. We miss our friends, our town and our way of life. God Bless and Keep all of you that were able to remain. Jinks and Michaeljane Welch

Guest		02-Jul-2007 19:12
I am looking for Bonnie Grant and her son, Jimmie. She was employed as a housekeeper for Casino Magic before Hurricane Katrina hit. I have not been able to contact her since the hurricane. If you have news about her, would you please contact me at mccashio@hotmail.com

Guest		01-Jun-2007 17:29
agreed - i was in Bay St. Louis last summer and couldn't believe the appreciation we got for helping out. As a firefighter in colorado, our thoughts are with our brothers in Bay St. Louis.

Bill Fry		26-May-2007 15:57
Jennifer B. I loved your comments and felt the same way during my several trips to Bay St. Louis. The spirit of the people was amazing and inspiring. A hidden treasure was discovered by the outside world and those of us who got that will always carry a little of Bay St Louis with us!

Jennifer L. Bonin		14-May-2007 22:58
On my many trips to Bay St. Louis from my home in Providence Rhode Island, I have learned more about the human spirit than I could have learned in ten lifetimes. I have been continuously volunteering in the town since the storm both in person and supplying needed materials via mail through constant email communication. When I was in Bay St. Louis for a month immediately following Katrina, I almost lost hope in humanity until I saw a sign in the front lawn of a former home that said "Missing Red House, if found please call" After that I have NEVER taken anything for granted and I hope to do my PhD in Mississippi and contribute three years to natural disaster management and education in Bay St. Louis. While in your town last March I filmed a documentary style movie for my Masters Thesis as well as driving four college honor students with me for a crash course in natural disasters. It changed their lives. I am telling you all this because I have never really talked about my trips to your town, no one here would ever understand so I do not see the point. I am a blue girl from a very blue state who was finally able to put aside ALL of my political differences to just be a small part of helping you all get back on your feet. I will never leave Providence but Bay St. Louis is the only other place I could ever call home. Thank you for renewing my faith in humanity. I will be back soon...with grant money and a plan.

Jennifer L. Bonin		14-May-2007 22:54
On my many trips to Bay St. Louis from my home in Providence Rhode Island, I have learned more about the human spirit than I could have learned in ten lifetimes. I have been continuously volunteering in the town since the storm both in person and supplying needed materials via mail through constant email communication. When I was in Bay St. Louis for a month immediately following Katrina, I almost lost hope in humanity until I saw a sign in the front lawn of a former home that said "Missing Red House, if found please call" After that I have NEVER taken anything for granted and I hope to do my PhD in Mississippi and contribute three years to natural disaster management and education in Bay St. Louis. While in your town last March I filmed a documentary style movie for my Masters Thesis as well as driving four college honor students with me for a crash course in natural disasters. It changed their lives. I am telling you all this because I have never really talked about my trips to your town, no one here would ever understand so I do not see the point. I am a blue girl from a very blue state who was finally able to put aside ALL of my political differences to just be a small part of helping you all get back on your feet. I will never leave Providence but Bay St. Louis is the only other place I could ever call home. Thank you for renewing my faith in humanity. I will be back soon...with grant money and a plan.

Annie Bazoon-Singleton		12-May-2007 01:20
May 11,2007----The winds have stopped, but the storm is far from over! At least the trees have leaves this yr. and the birds have come back. Don't know if we'll ever see Spanish Moss ever again on our oak tress in my lifetime. Thanks for all your prayers and especially the volunteers that have come to help.

Guest		08-May-2007 19:01
I feel sorry for homeowners because they are so greedy and complaining so much about the grants just tink if you were a renter you got pretty much noting I bout a home after the storm and was told I cannot get help because I wasn't a real victim of Katrina all I can say is please please please make some resources available for renters

Guest		27-Apr-2007 20:02
Hi I just want every body to know it aint all fun and games and to those who arent thankful for what you have you should be ashamed of youself because i have lost every thing and had to move away from all my family and it hurts to Know that there are people who have alot and think they are doing so bad well try lossing every thing you have. To all of you that helped thank you so much And i pray and thank you so very much!!!

Gus Aime		27-Apr-2007 15:58
To Troy Bocock, I am doing just fine. I still live in my childhood home, which is now only 3 1/2 blocks from the beach. I had 4' of water and spent some quality time in the attic. You can contact me anytime. I work for Hollywood Casino in BSL. Look forward to hearing from you!

cindy		25-Apr-2007 20:44
Don't know the people you mentioned but I thought I'd give you New Life Academy's phone number, they may have some current info on them.... 228-865-0034. Hope it helps

vince russell		21-Apr-2007 21:15
i have been looking for photos any photos of 219 east scenic dr in pass christian, ms. this was my home. i can not locate my ex-wife bobbie mckay who was once married to john mckay, and my two sons. jimmy russell who is ten, and his brother patrick russell who will be 8 on june 2nd. at one time both of my sons attended new life academy in long beach, ms. our home was always referred to as the "bah-humbug", because of our christmas displays. please if anyone can help me locate my sons please e-mail me, and may god bless all of you and those who can help me find my sons.

nita		19-Apr-2007 00:02
looking for david & pat thompson who lived in bay st. louis.

Sharon Merlin		11-Apr-2007 08:27
I have been looking for Robert Eugene Wachtler in Bay St. Louis for such a long time. Anyone who knows this person please email me at sharonmerlin@localnet.com ASAP Very worried and concerned. Thank you

Guest		14-Mar-2007 13:49
The very first time I viewed the Bay of St Louis I was enthralled by the view and the seemingly unlimitlessness of God and his creations.During this time I was a college student and worked at the NSTL. The drive down highway 90 was perfect with the sights every morning was different sometimes I would egrets the color of snow, but always there was someting interseting to see. the beautiful vistas of the gulf coast have really been downplayed by the fact that so much property has been destroyed, but the beaUTIFUL NATURAL VISTAS HAVE BEEN DESTROYED ALSO.

Guest		08-Mar-2007 22:07
To Troy Bocock -- It's Alissa Waite from Beta Theta Pi. alissa_waite@hotmail.com

Guest		24-Feb-2007 23:33
Life will never be the same without my beloved Bay St Louis, Pass Christian, Gulfport, etc., as I once knew them, "along the Gulf Coast"!! My very first memory is, as a baby/todler, sitting on a beach, unable to walk, and looking at the sand, water and sky. I know it had to be in Bay St. Louis, as my mother and aunt took all their children to Bay St Louis one summer in the early 1930's. (We were from Uptown New Orleans.) Walter and I took our children to the "Gulf Coast" at least once a month. And, we continued going, often, until Katrina. We loved the shops, restaurants, and beautiful homes along the beach. We loved (and still do) the precious people who live there! It is the people, who make a community. And, the "Gulf Coast" will be back - and, we will be going over there, again, at least once a month! And, Katrina will be "water under the bridge"! Anna O'Malley Hingle

Guest		24-Feb-2007 23:29
Life will never be the same without my beloved Bay St Louis, Pass Christian, Gulfport, etc., as I once knew them, "along the Gulf Coast"!! My very first memory is, as a baby/todler, sitting on a beach, unable to walk, and looking at the sand, water and sky. I know it had to be in Bay St. Louis, as my mother and aunt took all their children to Bay St Louis one summer in the early 1930's. (We were from Uptown New Orleans.) Walter and I took our children to the "Gulf Coast" at least once a month. And, we continued going, often, until Katrina. We loved the shops, restaurants, and beautiful homes along the beach. We loved (and still do) the precious people who live there! It is the people, who make a community. And, the "Gulf Coast" will be back - and, we will be going over there, again, at least once a month! And, Katrina will be "water under the bridge"! Anna O'Malley Hingle

Pat Thompson		09-Feb-2007 16:39
My 85 year old father-in-law (Herb Thompson) is still wondering hat happened to his older sister, Lorene Davidson. (Mrs. George. Other relatives are Randy and Joanne Varney from Bay St. Louis. He doesn't know how to look, so I will begin to try to help him. Pat Thompson in Locust Grove,VA.

myra willis		06-Feb-2007 18:16
I am very sorry for all who were in the bay for the storm I will pray for you!

Zane Smith		05-Jan-2007 05:50
i went through katrina on 1049 washington st bsl and with water up to our necks stuck in the attic we struggled to find safty . It was the most thrilling thing ive ever been through in my life.i loved the rush but when i realized that we really just lost everything in our entire lives, i stood strong helping my family in any way i could like any other man would have. though everyones story is about the same they should all still be told. to everyone in bay st louis i wish you all the best of luck on rebuilding i really wish i could be there and find all the friends i lost but im only 17 an cant leave home . Ps Britney,M i love you and miss you with all my heart.

Melissa Pennington		14-Nov-2006 03:54
I lived on the 500 block of Main Street, Bay Saint Louis. My children and I got out, after about the 8th day, but were unable at that time to take our cats with us. We returned in March 2006, and did retrieve 1 of our cats, a long-haired hemalayin, calico, named Miss Tee. We were unable to locate Tinkerbell, a female, short-hair, gray and white (older) cat. She is a very skittish cat, generally steering clear of any populated place. I know she is out there somewhere, and I hope someone was able to catch her and take good care of her.

Guest		13-Nov-2006 23:50
I'm looking for my cousin Lois M Rowley who lived in Bay St Louis until Katrina. She worked at the local hospital even after she retired. If anyone has any info please write me at ekg659@aol.com

Guest		09-Nov-2006 18:43
horrible damage that one hurricnae caused

Phyllis Parker		29-Sep-2006 06:21
I am looking for a friend of mine named Ann McKay. Her home was on St. Francis Street in Bay St. Louis. She had two daughters...Tunisia, and Octavia..the latter is said to have diabetes.

Phyllis Parker		29-Sep-2006 06:21
I am looking for a friend of mine named Ann McKay. Her home was on St. Francis Street in Bay St. Louis. She had two daughters...Tunisia, and Octavia..the latter is said to have diabetes.

Dorothy		21-Sep-2006 16:11
Keep up the good work

Guest		17-Sep-2006 21:50
Stephanie! Don't give up hope finding your cats! Some did survive! I took in 2 cats in Oct of 05 that were Katrina victims. One is an old neutered male dark tiger with front paws declawed. The other is a siamese mix. she is older and is spayed and declawed front paws. They did not show up together but are now the best of friends and are doing very well. I have adopted them but I just want people to know some of them DID survive! Peggy Waveland,Ms

Robert Coltharp		11-Sep-2006 23:46
this is rob coltharp. Im from bay st. louis and its breaks my heart that everything i have known in my 20 yrs of being a gulf coast native is gone.im currently livin in gautier ms. 35 min east.im planning maybe to have my wedding back in the bay b/c im loyal to my town.ne one that wants to reach me at robbyarng@yahoo.com

Guest		10-Sep-2006 20:46
I moved from Bay St. Louis in 12/2004. The thought of this storm still breaks my heart. I will return to visit all of you soon. My thought and prayers to all. Steve Morrison

Guest		10-Sep-2006 20:46
I moved from Bay St. Louis in 12/2004. The thought of this storm still breaks my heart. I will return to visit all of you soon. My thought and prayers to all. Steve Morrison

heather		31-Aug-2006 11:13
hi i just wanted to tel you to kep you t hopes up and you should never give up no ,atter how hard it is always belive we have hope in you

STEPHANIE		29-Aug-2006 16:41
I AM STILL TRYING TO FIND MY CATS-WE LOVED ON MITTEER DRIVE. ONE IS A LARGE ORANGE MALE LONGHAIR WITH SOME WHITE IN HIM. THE OTHER IS A PETITE DARK GREY FEMALE THAT LOOKS LIKE A RUSSIAN BLUE. THEIR NAMES ARE OSSIE AND PRINCESS--I HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR A YEAR, BUT I STILL HOPE TO FIND THEM.

Tamala		29-Aug-2006 15:51
i was so amazed at how terrible a hurricane really be.Ihope that all of the victims can try and find a way to someday,somehow truly recover.may GOD coontinue to be with each and everyone of you.i wanted to move to florida but KATRINA mad me respect hurricanes,and have second thoughts

Guest		29-Aug-2006 00:43
I was recently in Bay St. Louis for some mission work with my church located in Boerne, Tx. My mission team and I worked for a week on many different sites. A church, several houses, a retirement home. I was amazed and shocked by the debris still laying stagnant in vaccant lots. It had almost been a year when i did my part ot better the community of Bay St. Louis, and there was still so much that needed to be done. We cleaned up 100 cubic yards of debris in a day and a half, and it seemed that not alot had been done when we took a look back at the lot that was still covered in debris. not only did i look at the physical damage, but also the emotional dammage i saw on Bay St. Louis faces. People looked at us, and made an effort to come up and thank us for being there... for helping them... for trying. I still have a small part of my heart dedicated to the residents and lots in Bay St. Louis. Bay St. Louis will deffinantly be seeing more of my face to help. It will take quite a while, but i plan on making several more trips to lend a helping hand. Kathleen Rust 16 years old Texas.

DEB		16-Aug-2006 01:05
Chuck and Debbie Dickerson WILL BE BACK !!!!!! We thought we could move away; but can't :(. We miss our wonderful way of life in the Bay. SEE YALL ALL AGAIN IN 07!! WE WILL BE BACK FROM THE BITCH !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 21ST STREET DEB

DEB		16-Aug-2006 01:05
Chuck and Debbie Dickerson WILL BE BACK !!!!!! We thought we could move away; but can't :(. We miss our wonderful way of life in the Bay. SEE YALL ALL AGAIN IN 07!! WE WILL BE BACK FROM THE BITCH !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 21ST STREET DEB

Guest		14-Aug-2006 21:59
I am trying to find John and Angelika Swords from Bay St. Louis, I believe their house was on Pompano street, right on a canal. any info on them would be greatly appreciated. pls send answer to omadunkley@earthlink.net thank you, Elke Dunkley 518 494 3868

Guest		14-Aug-2006 02:22
For those of you who may be interested, there is a special show in tribute to you all up in Minnesota this month at our government center in Minneapolis. Mary Gray, CEO of MinnesotaHelpers.org has put together a display of over 150 pieces of work by Mississippi artists, many of whom are from Bay St. Louis. I worked with Mary to create a 24 FOOT section of debris (some sent up here through mail, some brought on trucks) along with photographs from local photographers, Steve Martin and Joe Tomasovsky and the Sun Herald out of Biloxi have contributed to 5 large photo banners and a 35 pound acrylic transparent panel with a photo of the Ryan House, creating a 3D effect -- people stand in awe. You are being remembered and it is speaking to the hearts of Minnesotans. The Hennepin County Government Center Art Gallery is a 110 Ft long glass enclosed display case. Report has it that this is the "best show" since the opening of the gallery. We will be having guests from Mississippi and Minnesota public offices speaking at the reception for the show on Friday, AUGUST 18 from 5-8pm. There was also a documentary done which will be playing and a local Jazz band. The show is entitled, "the Art of the Storm." For photos of the gallery and more information, check out minnesotahelpers.org OR www.fatcatartstudio.com. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you struggle to rebuild. Lisa Marek, Artist/Creative Dtr, FCAS, MPLS, MN

Rhiannon Schneider		12-Aug-2006 20:18
I understand what all of you people went through during and after Hurricane Katrina! I was one of those people! I live in St.Bernard Parish! I really understand how yall feel! I felt the same way and still do! I cry almost every night for everything most of all I cry because I would really like to see my mom which I haven't seen her in about a whole year! But I wish yall luck! And if my mom and Aunt Angle happens to read this message please contact me! I think yall know my cell number! But for anyone eles if you have any question or comments please do e-mail me @ www.shirleyandjerrycalhoun1@netzero.com! And just to let everybody know me,my dad,and grandparents stayed for the Hurricane! I know that was kinda of stupid! But it was my thought! So I know what yall are going through! and I am only 11 years old!

Charles Larntz		03-Aug-2006 21:33
thank you for showing Bay St. Louis and Waveland it seems they was forgotten about and have remained so for a year now i was there during it all and the amount of damage can never been realized in pictures i was in a building about 100 feet behind the burger king with the boat in the drive through. Thank you for showing my town

Danielle		02-Aug-2006 04:24
I spent one week in Bay St. Louis and Waveland on a mission trip of both adults and youth. I agree with everyone else who says that pictures do not convey the destruction or the feelings of despair. I admire all of those who are living in these towns, rebuilding your lives, and moving on. I don't know how I would do what you are doing every day. God be with each and everyone of you.

Drew Fillingame		02-Aug-2006 01:49
Gary Walker...Sherry "just happened " to see your note and I couldn't believe it was you. I have often wondered what happened to you and your family.We are in Denham Springs, La. outside Baton Rouge. Had a house in the Bay. Mother and brothers are ok & still in the Bay. Would love to hear from you. Drew Fillingame. dfillingame@yahoo.com

gary walker		31-Jul-2006 23:59
Message for Tammie Fillingame: I was visiting with Luke Caruso in the Bay last weekend and asked about Drew Fillingame. Drew and I went to Bay High together and I sang in the church choir with his dad; I was hoping to catch up with Drew. Thanks

carla		31-Jul-2006 15:56
I grew up in Bay St Louis, moved to Memphis after college. I went to the Bay Christmas of 2005 to see my parents. I could not believe what my eyes saw. It look like a war zone. It broke my heart at what I saw. My sister lived on the beach in Ocean Springs and her house was gone also. It is amazing. Pictures show nothing. Being there is to understand and to morn. God bless everyone in the Bay area.

vcom.vt.edu		31-Jul-2006 04:11
19 Medical Students from the Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM), their Dean, and several faculty spent 23 days in Pass Christian and Bay St. Louis following the storm providing care at a shelter and from tents and trailers. We think about the wonderful people we met there, the tremendous courage and hope of those we saw as patients. You remain in our thoughts and prayers!

Firefighter/Paramedic Lindsey		28-Jul-2006 05:46
I spent 33 in Bay St. Louis and Waveland. Just wanted to touch base and say hello and god bless to ALL. Hope all is well. To the 2nd Street Elem crew hello and god bless. If you have any contacts please email back also have many many pictures. take care. IAFF3692@yahoo.com

Firefighter/Paramedic Lindsey		28-Jul-2006 05:45
I spent 33 in Bay St. Louis and Waveland. Just wanted to touch base and say hello and god bless to ALL. Hope all is well. To the 2nd Street Elem crew hello and god bless. If you have any contacts please email back also have many many pictures. take care.

Firefighter/Paramedic		28-Jul-2006 05:45
I spent 33 in Bay St. Louis and Waveland. Just wanted to touch base and say hello and god bless to ALL. Hope all is well. To the 2nd Street Elem crew hello and god bless. If you have any contacts please email back also have many many pictures. take care.

Tammie Fillingame		07-Jul-2006 14:34
My husband and I moved to MO 3 weeks before the storm. We sold our home in Long Beach to our son and his family. We went down the weekend after the storm and brought supplies to family. We lived on the coast over 30 years and the damage is beyond belief and so sad. We continue to do down and help family rebuild and cry every time that we see it. Our prayers are with everyone and we know you will rebuild and be stronger for it.

michelleb		06-Jul-2006 04:23
Hi I am coming to Waveland July 11,06 to help open the Home Depot there. I grew up for a short time in Bay St. Louis w/grandparents and my dad still lives there. We used to live on Thomas Ave. off Dunbar.Both their houses are gone. I'm kinda sad at what the city will look like, but glad I get to finally see my dad. Well I guess I'll see ya'll Tuesday.

michelleb		06-Jul-2006 04:22
Hi I am coming to Waveland July 11,06 to help open the Home Depot there. I grew up for a short time in Bay St. Louis w/grandparents and my dad still lives there. We used to live on Thomas Ave. off Dunbar.Both their houses are gone. I'm kinda sad at what the city will look like, but glad I get to finally see my dad. Well I guess I'll see ya'll Tuesday.

Peg		27-Jun-2006 05:08
My family and I have been in Dento Texas since Sept 3rd 2005. We lost our home in Waveland and we will be returning home in July. FEMA has put a trailer on our property and we are slowly starting to rebuild! When we first reached Texas, we didn't know if we woul,d ever be able to move back! I felt such guilt because we were here and not there; I cried every day at leat twice a day for the three months following Katrina. The loss was unbearable. It wasn't the loss of the material things...we were all thankful for our lives and one another but it was like a death in the family! I can't explain it. We are so grateful to the people of Texas especially the folks of Denton, we have not done without and have met many wonderful people but we are ready to come home! Thanks to FEMA (which has been soooo slow at times but we're still thankful) and Gov Barbour (Katrina Block grant)we will be able to rebuild and that I am very thankful for! Mississippians have a lot to be thankful for in Gov Barbour who has been a "rock" and a strong advocate for the communities most affected by Katrina! In the days and weeks following Katrina, he made me remember what it is to be a Mississippian and PROUD TO BE A MISSISSIPPIAN...AND A SURVIVOR!

Kaitlyn		26-Jun-2006 08:07
I'm from Seattle, but I've been down to Bay St. Louis twice in the last 6 months to help out with the rebuilding process. Although the destruction is so great and can feel completely overwhelming I admire the sense of hope I've seen there. The people are so kind and gracious and I felt so blessed to be able to help in any way that I can. I'll be returning to Bay St. Louis in about a week to continue to help rebuild for the next two months. I am very excited to return to Bay St. Louis, through the tough times and the joyous ones. Cast all your anxieties upon the Lord because He cares for you.

Chad Byce		21-Jun-2006 04:37
I have been to this area on a mission trip with Whitefield Baptist Church from SC. I have been to this area first hand ,and I must say that the area is totally destroyed.Pictures don't allow you to feel the pain of the community and those who live here.While we were there we work with Randall Gill at Bay St Louis Baptist Church who truely hasa heart for the people.I will never forget the Sunday service I attended that allowed me to share with the people who live here and worship our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Guest		19-Jun-2006 16:04
I recently returned from a Mission trip To Miss,I was stunned at hoe bad the destruction looked up close, The pictures on TV just don't do it Justice, My prayers are with everybody that this storm affected May god bless you

Guest		18-Jun-2006 01:45
To everyone that ever lived on the Gulf coast or whom ever remains. I was raised in Long Beach and went to school there. Also in Pass Christian at St.Pauls catholic school.My family has remained in Bay St.Louis on rail street. My sister and her family are residents of the kiln.My parents home was completely destroyed. They lived on the Jordan river and have since rebuilt. I moved to Alabama 10 years ago. I'm moving to Bay St. louis on July the 18th to be with my family. I have been back to Bay St.Louis on several occasions and it still breaks my heart everytime I revisit.My last residence was on Charter street one block from the Bay waveland yaught club. Neither place remains.I remember a week after the hurricane my family and I returned to see the aftermath and check on their home that no longer stood. We were devastated to learn everything was gone.But on the other hand very thankful that my family was wise enough to leave before katrina hit.As some people were not so lucky and stayed. I'm a little disappointed everytime I have revisited that more people havn't picked up the pieces and began rebuilding.I guess alot of folks were cheated out of their insurance and couldn't afford to bebuild. But myself and my family are Gulfcoast lovers and we won't let katrina hold us back.We are determined to make a new life in Bay St. Louis and help everyone that we can adjust to the new BSL as they can.If anyone needs our help or just a friendly hello then drop me a line anytime and I will be there to do as i can. Lots of luck and success to you all. Renee Lipsey and Family.

Kenneth Statzer jr		14-Jun-2006 15:05
I was in Bay St Louis in October as a Red Cross Volunter. Im from Bristol, Tennessee and I wanted to come out and help with the reliefe. Im so thankful that I got to help in the communties that needed help. I rode on a response vehicle on Lakeshore Drive near the Alligator sign, and along the other streets connected to Lakeshore. I want wish you all the best and keep your head high! remember "This too shall come to pass"

Guest		11-Jun-2006 21:40
I had the opportunity to be at the Bay for several weeks at a time with a medical clinic that was stationed at the train Depot. Among all of the devistation I could not believe how warm and kind the people of the Bay were. Now home in Virginia I find it hard to be here. So much of my heart I feel belong there now. I pan to return to the Bay and do what I can to help there people. And when they say Bay St. Louis a place apart that it truly is. I hope to make this place my home and contribute where I can. I hope that people continue to rebuild and I am sure that it will never be quite as everyone remembered it but maybe with others help we can make it as close as we can. My best wishes to Jimmy, Ms. Mike, and all of the gang. Lots of Love!!!!! Thank you for sharing your home to all of us for the several months that we got to be there.

Guest		11-Jun-2006 08:01
My husband and I were in Bay St Louis in July 2005 for Hurricane Dennis. We were thinking about buying a home there. We stayed at the Bay Town Inn. Our thoughts and prayers have been with the people of Bay St Louis since August 29th. God Bless you all!

tia puckett - brown		09-Jun-2006 14:17
its almost a year after the storm and my emotional state is still messed up....im now living in montgomery al and i feel "guilty" in a sense for leaving the devestated area and living somewheres else....... my friend steforno bell aka lil neezy cant move out here to montgomery with me because katrina killed him..... i hate katrina so much , i am still shocked and devestated by the destruction of it...... i just hope everybody has learned to EVACUATE now when a hurricane comes.....may God bless the states of mississippi , louisiana , alabama and texas

tia puckett-brown		09-Jun-2006 14:04
hi , my name is Tia and i wanted to say that steforno bell was a wonderful person and this storm took his life at the younge age of 21. i love you steforno and i miss you so very much you will never be forgotten by me......KATRINA I HATE YOU ....... I wish you was a real person i would love to see you get the death penatly for taking so many precious lives away from us .if anybody knows of anyone who stayed on ballentine st at the bsl housing projects please let me know , i am looking for kermiuthius jones he also was about 20-21 years old. also does anybody know if penthouse gardens in pass christian ms stood up ????

Connie Gomillion		30-May-2006 20:16
Its been 9 months since Katrina hit. Still struggling to get back to normal from katrina,we couldnt make it with out all our family and friends.i would like to thank all the churches and charities and especially WIGGINS BAPTIST CHURCH,from my hometown Carthage,Ms.I would also like to thank Angie Barnett at Salvation Army.All time and effort is appreciated..

Melody Cox		27-May-2006 02:23
I was in Bay St. Louis and stayed at the Calvary Chapel post for over a week. I was there in March, 7 months after the storm and the damage is still overwhelming. Thank you for sharing your photos, it makes me feel like i am there again.

Deb		21-May-2006 09:38
Can anyone share with me pictures of the homes at Diamondhead, MS right after the hurricane and what they look like now? My father used to live there. Many thanks! Deb

Mike Rechtien		14-May-2006 21:29
I am in BSL as a volunteer (AmeriCorps Gulf Coast Recovery Team #1) stationed at St. Rose de Lima Catholic Church. My name is Mike Rechtien, from Rolla, MO. I can be reached at 716/604-5715 (AmeriCorp phone) until at least July 9, 2006. My personal cell is 314/229-2605 or email me at rektunerman@hotmail.com. Please come and work here if you can. We can always find a place for you. The needs here are enormous and ongoing. Stay for a week or a month. Give me a call for info. Thanks.

Guest		03-May-2006 14:58
We are keeping all of you in our thoughts constantly!Keep your head up.

Guest		30-Apr-2006 04:22
CHAPEL HILL - great photos of the subdivision on Beach Dr and Hwy 90 at foot of Bay St Louis bridge. Pic include my mother's home (see above pic# DSC_6492), and a found shot of my mother's grand-children (my kids #DSC_6502). I rescued my mother day after storm. Horrific is an understatement. Her and her neighbor were scared to death. Minimal looting, mainly curb-side pickers for copper and collectables. Biggest problem was the "urban legend" that foot of demolished bridge" was only place to get cel reception, so it became the "hang out" place for all the first 72+hrs after Katrina. CNN and CBS set up camp at Chapel Hill thinking they could get best satillite reception, and even hooked up 20+ tv-lights and "lit up" the debris piles in background for live report effects! I told CNN's Anderson Cooper - "want me to throw some ketchup on the walls?" All in all, it's getting better now. It'll take a decade to get back to what it was. Most debris picked up, but debris amongts the tress will stay forever, like with Camile in 1969. Imagine, destroyed neighborhoods, all slabs, 3-5 blocks inland, no power, no sounds, and you, alone, in a FEMA trailer - 8 months later........

Ken Hauck		29-Apr-2006 02:14
I came down to Bay Saint Louis and helped an old high school friend from Ponchatoula, LA repair his house. I am from California originallly and still live here now. The devastation was too much to believe! I will never forget what I saw for the week that I was there from 4-9-2006 to 4-15-2006. My heart is with y'all...you are doing the best with what you have. Keep it up...my email address is bigeasy@verizon.net Ken Hauck

Guest		27-Apr-2006 21:55
To Troy Bocock. I know Gus Aimes very well. Would you like info on how to contact him? Let me know and I will see what I can do.

Rick Carpenter		27-Apr-2006 13:35
A team of nine Episcopalians from SC with two Methodists from TX are going to Bay St. Louis May 08-12. We will be working out of Christ Episcopal in BSL but will be staying at Diamondhead Baptist. Are there any other church teams scheduled for that time? Please reply to gra_jrc@shsu.edu and maybe we'll see each other there. Rick from TX

Brenda Rust		26-Apr-2006 01:33
My sister and I live in the midwest. We will be driving down to work with Habitat for Humanity during the week of May 14. We will be staying in Waveland. I fear we will need several hours to absorb the shock and heartbreak of what we will be encountering before we will actually be able to be of vital use. Forgive us for being sheltered from the the pain and devastation, while we are some 800 miles away. Any suggestions as to what we should bring down (both for our own use, and to give away to others) would be greatly appreciated.

Tina Wilson		25-Apr-2006 20:21
My husband is working in BSL as a crane operator and has not been home for months. I miss him, but I know you need him now more than I. I drove out to visit him over the weekend and I tell you, the pictures and news coverage doesn't hold a candle to the real devistation that you all are facing. At first, we gave money to Red Cross and then I tried to donate other things such as clothes and toys. They would not take them. Said they would rather have money. I hate to give the items to Goodwill to sell. I want them to be given to someone that needs them. I have afour year old son that has way too much. We give his things to goodwill on a regular basis. If anyone read this and can give an address as to where I can send these things, please email me at tinadwilson@hotmail.com I will be driving to meet my husband half way in a week or so and I can send things back by him too. Those children need toys! God bless everyone of you. You are in my prayers!

Terry & Wayne Sullivan		18-Apr-2006 01:05
We have just come back from our visit with our dear friends in Bay St Louis. It was so humbling to experience the devastation all around. My prayers are with all the fine people of the Gulf Coast. As we rode around, there were places that we had shopped at and ate at, every year, that were just gone....many times I held back tears and rode in total silence! Being from Atlanta, GA., my husband and I watched nearly 24/7 at the scenes coming over the airways, knowing there was nothing we could do but pray, and pray we did! This was our first chance to get to our friends which were spared with minor damage. Their daughter wasn't so lucky, she lives in Waveland and lost everything. The Spirit of the Gulf Coast is one that is strong and we will watch you all come back stronger than before! May God continue to Bless you all....

Tara Keller Bailey		17-Apr-2006 22:21
Hi. I live in Lutcher, LA but I lived in Clermont Harbor for 8 years. I love that place. My mom, Paula, and my brother, Casey, still live there. They are both staying in FEMA trailers. A body was actually found in there pool. The corps just cleaned my mom's homes that were washed off the foundation. I miss that place so much and I have so many memories. I actually recognized some names on this website, April Carter and Joelle Wesner. It is so sad to see all of the distruction caused by this hurricane. But I will always love Clermont Harbor!

guest		17-Apr-2006 22:08
i am looking for a photo of a bay st louis high school student looking at a 40 foot wave coming inland. we worked in b.s.l. for a few months and we agree the damage is unreal.

niki		17-Apr-2006 15:40
me and my family lived in bay st. louis up until katrina hit. we lost everything we owned, and have friends still missing. it has mentally affected my parents, siblings and my(now 4 year old) daughter.

Judy		16-Apr-2006 06:54
If you are interested in helping the schools in the area, contact The Teacher to Teacher Connection at tchr2tchr@yahoo.com.

Judy		16-Apr-2006 06:53
If you are interested in helping the schools in the area, contact The Teacher to Teacher Connection at tchr2tchr@yahoo.com.

Guest		14-Apr-2006 15:12
In 2001 my family drove through Bay St. Louis on the way to a job on the East Coast. Out of all the places we passed crossing the USA, we were captivated by this lovely little town on the Gulf, and thought many times since then about trying to move down there. It saddens me to see these pictures because I know what it used to look like. My heart goes out too all the people, especially the kids, who are trying to start over again with nothing and in chaos. As 9/11 was to New York, this is to the Gulf States. I found this site accidentally because I my college has a supply of books (mostly history and other academic subjects) and we are looking for a library that can use them. I know that the libraries need money at this point more than the books, but these books, mostly history and other academic books, will not raise much money among the student population here. So I'm looking for a library or school along the Gulf Coast that may have been overlooked in the relief effort. Reading this post, I wish I could help more. At this point all I can offer is a prayer that all of you will get your homes and your lives back. And a prayer for a quiet hurricane season!

barbara		14-Apr-2006 02:33
I have lived in Bay St Louis all my life. Everyone in my family has either lost their home or had major damage thanks to Katrina. I have been through Betsy and Camille and do not remember half the damage. Myself and my husband both help with the huricane cleanup, and believe we are making great stride. There are certain county supervisors that need to understand, they fire the Corp, we do not have the money to pay.They need to leave well enough alone while Fema is paying 100%

Shell		10-Apr-2006 14:34
I am looking for info on a friend ; Kelly Austin. Would like to know if He and his family are OK. God bless everyone, you are all in our prayers. Michelle

Troy Bocock		08-Apr-2006 20:55
I graduated from St Stanislaus in 1983 and I have not heard or seen anything about the school after Katrina. If anyone graduated with me that lives in Bay St Louis still please call me or e-mail me to let me know that you and your family are doing o.k. or need some help or anything. Gus Aimes or Bobby Peterson were my best daydog friends but I have't heard from them in a long time.

vicki		03-Apr-2006 15:49
Amazing is that there is still so much damage remaining

vicki		03-Apr-2006 15:48
Amazing is that there is still so much damage remaining

angie		29-Mar-2006 16:02
i want to know about hurricanes......... can you teach me? or can you find me sttuf...,...??

Star S. DeStevens		28-Mar-2006 18:01
My name is Star. I am a victim of Hurricane Katrina and have lived in Bay St. Louis all of my 26 years. I LOVE this place. It's a small town, nice place to raise your children. Pre Katrina my five year old son and I spent our Summer's at the beach, walking to get snoballs from Big E's, enjoying bagels and coffee at the Beach House. We took Sunday afternoon walks to Old Towne, enjoyed lunch at either Trapani's, Dock of the Bay, and my son's favorite Hamburger's from the Fire Dog. Now, we have nothing. I don't have a job, a car, a home. We are living in a Fema trailer among all the rubble and devistation. It's horrible! We don't even have grass in our yard. We have no choice because we haven't any other place to go. Afterall, this is home to us, this is all we know. It's hard to explain to your 5 year old why he doesn't have his toys anymore, his books, and most of all why this has happened to him. His question to me is "Mom, why has God done this to me"? He asks me this question on a daily basis and I get all choked up and nothing comes out right. I don't think Bay St. Louis will be Bay St. Louis again for awhile. Atleast not in my life time. However, I would like to thank all the volunteer's, the children/Teens that are here for Spring Break helping to rebuild. Your help is much needed and appreciated. I also think that Bay St. Louis isn't getting enough attention. All the attention is more focused towards New Olreans. There are alot of families here that are still living in tents, eating canned food, etc. There are a few in my neighborhood. I would also like to add that I have contacted a friend of mine that owns a Pillow Company....these are colorful, soft, moosh pillows that he has aggreed to donate to me to distribute among the children in the Bay St. Louis/ Waveland area.He has aggreed to donate a few thousand dollars worth. I thought this would be a good idea because some of the children still have nothing, I think these pillows can act as some sort of security for these small children. However, I have ran into a bit of a problem with the shipping part. I don't have the funds to cover shipping, and I cannot find a shipping company to donate their services. If anyone can help with this I would greatly appreciate it. You can contact me at StarDeStevens@bellsouth.net or message me thru this site. Thank you, Star S. DeStevens

Theresa		28-Mar-2006 00:25
Tina - what is your email address? Theresa - Waveland, MS

Tina		24-Mar-2006 03:04
Network TV show is doing a segment on Hurricane Safety and is looking for families with hurricane damaged homes to test new products. Only takes a few hours, fun and educational, and your family could help create a positive, hopeful image of rebuilding. Please contact me right away via e-mail, and briefly tell us your story. Also include your contact information. Thanks.

Guest		22-Mar-2006 04:16
anyone know how i can get in touch with brandie lynn gutierrez in bay st. louis.????

jtatom1942		21-Mar-2006 14:23
I came thru that part of the country a lot in the early 60's while I was in the Navy stationed on the USS Lexington in Pensacola, Flordia, build it back, with God's help.

Michael		21-Mar-2006 07:14
You are all in my thoughts.No one should have to endure this.I wish you all the best.

Now a Texan		16-Mar-2006 06:16
God bless all who have been hurt by this storm. God bless you who helped. God bless America. Like so many others ,I too am hurting. My family has moved but the pain is still here. I am ok ,my family survived and all haved moved on with their lives as best they can.One day, so shall all of you.I pray to God that as each day passes,your lives shall heal.He is my rock..........God bless Mississippi

david		15-Mar-2006 04:37
how can i find someone who lived in bay st louis that moved to another city after the storm.. so far no luck on websites.

rj		06-Mar-2006 02:07
my mom was in this hurricane im only 16 years of age but i now a lot about hurricanes and i told her to get out of biloxe that is were she lived after the hurricane when she got back here home was serverly damaged and condimed the pictures above show what really happened so my advice if a hurricane comes near where you are living dont wait till the last miniute leave when it shows it is coming toward you even if it does not hit you or your home it is better to be safe than sorrey rj

Bethany		06-Mar-2006 01:32
Dear Jennifer, Thank you so much for your heart-touching post. I am organizing a group to come to BSL to do whatever we can in helping folks rebuild. I read them your story tonight, and they were deeply moved. May God bless you with comfort and peace as you carry on.

Jennifer Bell		05-Mar-2006 07:51
Thank you for covering the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Unfortunately, much of our Coast still looks like this! My family and I live in Ocean Springs (east of Bay St. Louis), and survived Hurricane Katrina while staying with my parents in Biloxi. Our home took in 8 feet of water, while several homes in our neighborhood were completely destroyed. The support from across the nation has been heart-warming, and is truly appreciated! Please don't forget us, as the Gulf Coast is still extremely devastated. Some are still living in tents six months later, though FEMA trailers are starting to appear on every street. Children are attending school in trailers as our leaders try to find a way to rebuild our lost schools. In some areas, you find nothing but empty slabs for miles where once stood families' homes. In other areas, people have still not been able to salvage the remains of their homes. Debris fills every yard, as people try to rebuild and save any piece of their former lives; a piece of china here, a photograph there. Boats are still found in trees and half-sunk in waterways. The beach clean-up is underway, but the marine clean-up has not even started. At low tide, you can still find dressers and sofas that were washed out to sea. Everyday that I drive to and from work, I see someone's home being demolished or pass a dump truck filled with destroyed personal belongings. I see families of five moving into a trailer that is as big as a standard bedroom. I see empty lots that used to be homes and businesses. Places that my husband and I once took our son to play, where we celebrated a birthday or anniversary, where our child was born--just simply do not exist anymore! Though we lost nearly all of our belongings and are rebuilding our home from a slab and frame, we feel very fortunate! Our family is safe and together, unlike so many who lost loved ones. A week or so after the storm, I sat on the floor of my parent's home trying to save important papers. I had spent nearly two days delicately peeling apart wet and smeared photographs of our son as a baby. I sat, crying, as I realized that so many memories were lost forever. My son, now 12 years old, asked me what was wrong. I told him, through my tears, that I was sad because I was looking at him (his pictures). He took my face in his hands and said, "No you're not Mama, I'm standing right here." It was at that point that I fully realized how God had blessed us during this tragedy. I may not be able to look at his baby pictures anymore, but I can still look at him! So many others are not as blessed. So, thank you again for the coverage of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. It is still such a struggle to wrap our minds around the losses and life changes we have all had to make so quickly. It will be a VERY long time before things here even bear a resemblance to "normal". Please do not forget us! Jennifer Bell jbell@harrison.k12.ms.us or j_bell@earthlink.net

Scott		04-Mar-2006 23:35
I am a construction surveyor and will be transfering to the BSL area in mid-March to help rebuild the bridge. The company I work for will be setting up a "camp" but I would prefer to live off-site. If anyone has information on rentals, house sharing, etc. please contact me at hscottparent@msn.com

gaskin /smith		04-Mar-2006 15:35
Wanting to come to the area man/woman can do carpentry . Retired with motor home . We want to help restore someones homes to a liveable state.

Guest		01-Mar-2006 20:06
I am looking for a friend of mine and her husband. Their names are Renee and MIke Hamm. They have lived in Bay St. Louis for many years and I have not heard from Renee since Katrina. If anyone has any news of them, please send an email to Diane Allen-Jackson oceanmusic_2000@yahoo.com Thank you. God Bless.

jean poulin		28-Feb-2006 06:09
Im still looking for my friend Ralph Westbrook who is missing from the hurricane in BSL...if anyone knows anything please email me at poulin@shaw.ca thank you all

Sally campbell		27-Feb-2006 03:59
I thought my e mail address would be included in the comment below so our daughter could get in tou