New Orleans / Headin' Home

Friday afternoon we arrived in New Orleans which is only an hours drive from where we were staying. We saw many houses that had been boarded up for over two and a half years  as a result of the flooding. We walked along famous Bourbon Street and parts of the French Quarter. we were fortunate that John and Evelyn had spent a few days in New Orleans before reporting for work in Mississippi. They were remarably familiar with the main areas to see and easily led our convoy in and out of the city. We had supper at the Hard Rock Cafe then returned to base. Iverna made us a delicious peach cobbler which served as a late dessert.

After a very busy and rewardÍng week we are heading home. After a short sleep (11:30 pm - 3:30 am) we got our stuff packed and headed for the Gulfport-Biloxi Airport. John helped 16 of us get to the airport with all our luggage. He and Evelyn will be leaving on a later flight while Sid will return home with his motorhome.

The Captain just now assured us that we will be taking off shortly so I will end this posting here. (Carl)