Look for the Helpers

After this made the rounds back in April after Boston, I find new meaning in it. There are so many caring people that it buoys up everyone here affected.

I just want to give everyone in this whole area a hug right now. The amount of devastation is well, devastating. Did you hear about the Zoo? A zookeeper risked his life by guarding a window with a rifle in hand so a hippo (the most dangerous animal) wouldn't escape. The poor giraffes might not make it either since they were so exposed to the cold! 

In the way of heartwarming, kindness is everyone. I am seriously so proud of this city.

Today went like this; first day of work which including the first part of training. I'm happy to be working at a place where I'll be able to help people rebuild and be involved!

 I'm orange aproned! 

I came home, took Jack on a walk with my cute neighbor girl, and hitched a ride with some friends down to a different flood devastated area. We went by a few addresses we were given and upon finding the people there had things under control, we went exploring for more people. We ended up in a one bedroom apartment with some other volunteers. The homeowners were nowhere to be found. After that, we came across a cool guy with two 120 year old homes right on the Elbow River. We had a good chat with him and helped him prep for the 10 firemen that are coming in the morning. All the while people came up to us with bug spray, cookies, pizza, beer and coffee for those who like it, donuts, and fresh fruit and trail mix. 

Even though we're surrounded by the ugliest piles of rubble and sludge, I have been finding the brightest and beautiful people. Truly diamonds in the rough. I just happy to be a part of it. 

 Parking within the neighborhoods is a huge issue because there has to be room for the homeowners, the dumpsters, and the volunteers.

 This area was caked with more wet piles of mud that made parking difficult.

 So this is me in the apartment looking semi normal compared to the full shot-

I'm so knock-kneed it is even funny. I seriously thought I was standing like a normal person. Oh what can you do.   on another note...Go Flames Go?

Another day, another amazing humbling day. Keep everyone in your thoughts and prayers, especially those in High River. They haven't even been back to their homes yet and I'm sure nothing is left. For those of you reading this outside of this area, you can help by making a donation to the Red Cross. For those of you who do live close, make sure you just go find something to do and someone to help!

I found this via Pinterest:

Are you dying? I am. This is the cutest. 

Until next time!

Love,

MM