Dear All,

I am doing ok here in Jersey.  Compared to the folks who have been devastated by the storm, I have no complaints !  This is a different disaster relief trip than usual for me.  I have never done the  feeding portion of disaster relief.  I have gained a great appreciation for those who do this each time they serve.  Day starts at 6:00 am and ends after 7 pm.  We prepared 9800 meals today and will do the same tomorrow.  After we prepare the meals, the Red Cross delivers them to the people all over.  One driver was going as far as 2 hrs away.  

We are stationed at The state psychiatric hospital. FEMA and Red Cross are here too. 

God cleverly uses these trips to teach me more about myself that needs improving.  For this one He is teaching me to be an Indian and not the Chief (and to do so with a happy heart ).

  It is difficult for me  not be out in people's homes helping.  I hope to bring a team back later for that part of disaster relief.   There  is much help needed and will be needed for a long time.  It is a great way to share the Gospel.

I have not had the time to drive around and see the destruction .  Can't say that I really have that desire.    That is not why I am here.  

I am attaching one picture that shows the inside of our tent where we prepare meals and put them in these red things called "cambros".  It is quite a process.  

Dustin, tell the kids I miss them already.  Loved their costumes!

Pray that I will get my voice back.

Emily