“Will you take a picture of me?
We met some of the sweetest people who were smiling and so happy to have someone talk to them and show a little interest. The children got so excited to have their pictures taken and kept saying, “Will you take a picture of me?” Then we’d show them the picture on the digital camera and they thought that was so exciting. They were drawn to us like a magnet and kept calling others to come get their pictures taken too. One grandma had an old cross around her neck and that’s what the Lord used to give us an instant connection with these dear people.
The City of San Antonio has been working hard to accommodate the evacuees and make sure their needs are met. Around the shelter we saw banners at schools, churches and people’s home saying “Welcome New Orleans” or “Welcome Friends from Louisiana”. Some banners were written by children and displayed their interest in welcoming the evacuees. There’s a lot of spiritual input and many opportunities to show concern and pray with the people here.