Sadness

I am a little overwhelmed with sadness today. Hurricane Katrina has ruined my mood. When the coverage first started and I saw all the people trapped I couldn't help but think "why the heck didn't they leave when they were supposed to?" Then I really thought about it and remembered how many times I didn't head the tornado "take shelter now" warnings. You always think they are exaggerating. Obviously this time they weren't. Should they have left......yes. Would I have left.....I don't know. I guess you never know unless you are there. I do know that when I see people walking chest deep in polluted water, carrying a newborn baby, my knees buckle. I really cannot imagine. I hope and pray that they can overcome this......