It was just like this after Hurricane Katrina!<\/p>\n
NYT<\/a>:<\/p>\n In Wimberley, Tex., people helped each other regroup after deadly storms damaged or destroyed hundreds of homes…<\/p>\n \u201cOver the past few days, we\u2019ve been absolutely amazed and overwhelmed at the generosity of others, even complete strangers,\u201d Ms. Burke said. \u201cThis experience has strengthened our faith in God and in humanity.\u201d<\/p>\n Survivors are struggling to salvage what they can, and reminding themselves that these are only possessions, and that they are lucky to be alive.<\/p>\n \u201cI guess it\u2019s just a sign that it\u2019s time for a change in my life,\u201d Ms. Sweat said. \u201cGod said, \u2018You have too much stuff.\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n …”It was probably the most horrible and amazing experience of my life,\u201d she said. \u201cWe could not have gotten through that really painful year without the love and support of the community. We\u2019ll do anything for anyone in town. We love this town.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" It was just like this after Hurricane Katrina! NYT: In Wimberley, Tex., people helped each other regroup after deadly storms damaged or destroyed hundreds of homes… \u201cOver the past few days, we\u2019ve been absolutely amazed and overwhelmed at the generosity … Continue reading