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Published December 26, 2005 08:10 pm - Letters to the Editor, 12/25 A thank you to Cullman
Two days after Hurricane Katrina ripped through the Gulf Coast, my family and I left our home in Ocean Springs, Miss., and sought more favorable living conditions. The damage to our home was minimal compared to most; but no water, no sewer and sweltering heat drove us to escape. I watched my 73-year-old mother-in-law wilting as the day's heat index climbed and, ironically, not a breeze to be felt. It was time to get her out of there. My son, who lost his home in the storm, came with us. We packed the car, my wife grabbed the phone book, and we hit the road. Where would we go? Would we have enough gasoline to get there? We didn't know. My wife opened the phonebook to the yellow pages and called a "1-800" number for Best Western. She explained our situation and, Jennifer, the Best Western associate, searched and searched until she found a motel that had vacancies and would accept our dog. "I found you a room in Cullman, Alabama" she said. My wife's response was "Where in the world is Cullman, Alabama?" We now know that Cullman is somewhere very near Heaven. From the time we arrived at this wonderful little town, we felt welcomed and safe. The American Red Cross was so very, very helpful and caring. We didn't want for a thing. The Red Cross and the local churches worked together to feed us three times a day. Clothing and medical supplies were provided to my son. Help with filing for disaster assistance was provided. Monetary assistance was provided. We experienced a remarkable outpouring of love and concern from the local people. One local family "adopted" us and blessed us tremendously; and even provided water and food to take back home to others in need. The motel, where we stayed, went out of their way to make us comfortable and keep us informed of assistance information. We were amazed and touched by the generosity and support we received during our stay. This letter is meant as a heart-felt "thank-you!" to all who helped us during our time of need. Alabama should be proud of such a great community as Cullman. And Cullman should be proud of its people, churches and its chapter of the American Red Cross. Special thanks go to: St. Andrews United Methodist Church; Beverly Denson, Director of the Cullman chapter of the American Red Cross; the Vermillion family; Best Western Motel; and all the local churches that provided such wonderful help. Virgil Dunbar Ocean Springs, Miss. Taking away prayer had impact On Sunday, Nov. 30, you published a letter of great concern from a great-grandmother, Glenice Smith. 
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