Cajungirl--people don't understand about New Orleans. Even with the political corruption, NOPD etc... there is just something about it that is HOME. It will never be the same--ever.
I saw my neighborhood (lakeview) yesterday. It is impossible to describe and very devastating. I was already a little frantic over my job hunting in Baton Rouge and now I am very worried. Everyhing near here is saturated with other people looking for jobs and housing. I am running out of money! I realized that it is a MONUMENTAL task in New Orleans and not much to go back to now. I don't want to abandon my city, but I need a job! I am a sales rep and have diverse experience. There are lots of retail jobs, but that won't cover the rent and utilities! I am on my own now and all my friends are scattered all over the country.Don't mind relocating, but would like to stay in a warm climate--I don't deal with cold well! Anybody have any ideas?
Nobody knows what it is like but you and those who are going through it.
People are going to Houston in droves, to Austin. Craigs list has a list of people all over the country who are helping with housing, jobs, etc.
But home is home and my heart goes out to you. Where are you living now? Did you get an apartment or house? I know people sleeping on couches. I have never seen anything like this in all my days.
I have the sense the churches are doing the heavy lifting and are committed to helping. But google on Hurricane victim help and check out craig's list.