Hurricane is a great power. I think, people won't be able to find smth to protect themselves for ages. So, I'm just trying to relax and to listen to good music..

said mikeswen 1 months 4 days ago

The Katrina hurricane was pretty bad, and the satellite TV installation was destroyed leaving people with no actual way of getting warned of other possible future problems.

said JoeMinkovski 5 months 1 days ago

This hurricane does six figures yearly damage. It is too bad that science hasn't figured a way to stop all the destruction caused by the hurricane.

said CristianStar 5 months 21 days ago

Miss Dawn, I came across your photos browsing the web. I evacuated from Biloxi, but will probably return sometime soon. I began going to school at Keesler on Aug 15th, of all things, to be a weather forecaster. I had only been there for 3 weeks when Katrina hit. I lved on the corner of Shell and Kuhn St. I got a chance to see the home I was renting after the storm, i lost everything. The house, as you know many did, was shifted around a block and a half away from where it stood. We were at an angle to the water tower. Some of the pictures you have are exact spots where I took pictures also. I had taken pics of the city before the storm so I could send them to relatives who have never been that way, including myself. It just chokes me up to see some of those places I used to drive by and places I saw that exist no more. I really hope you and your family are doing well. My wife and I evacuated back to Las Vegas, but I will probably have to return alone because of the shortage in living spaces, even on base. Although I lost everything, I am grateful I still have a job abd income to rebuild. My heart goes out to all the people that are from that area, everyone was so extremely nice! God bless you. Neto-MrLocoTats@aol.com

said locotats 2005.11.22 at 14:53:01 PST

Hey Dawn, I finally tracked you down. Give me a call and let me know how you are doing. I looks like my family fared a little better than yours. They are still staying in Gulfport (I know crazy) and that even with having some rooms livable that conditions are deplorable. Gary 512 848-9288 CKorSupe1@aol.com

said ckorsupe 2005.10.07 at 18:00:52 PDT

I have viewed your photos and my heart goes out to your family and others who are personally affected. However, I feel compelled to ask these questions out of my own concern: My parents lived in Long Beach for 12 years - on Richard Street right off Hwy 90 - and then my mother moved to Beach Park Drive directly across from the University Campus. Both of my parents are now buried in the National Cemetary. I have seen no pictures of that part of town on any channel anywhere. Is the cemetary area OK? I cannot find any pictures of Long Beach - only Gulfport & Pass Christian. Do you have any or can you direct me to a webpage that does? Thank you so much for your assistance. I do plan on helping out with the clean up through my work. They are allowing people to sign up and take a "tour of duty" so to speak. So, once I get a chance to come down, these are the areas I want to go to first. I have to see for myself. Thank you again.

said lauraj611 2005.09.12 at 12:03:45 PDT

Just wanted to let you know you are in the hearts and 'prayers' of so many during this hard time of recunstruction. Please if you need to talk, just email me, I am a Frances and Jeanne 'survivor'in Florida, so I can relate to the heart ache and desperation. Keep hanging on.

said shoelady102 2005.09.08 at 18:22:29 PDT

Hello Dawn, I can't express how much sorrow I feel for what is happening to our country right now. But thank you so much for your pictures. They help me, and others like me in the western states get some kind of perspective on the total loss and devastation that our great nation has suffered. Marcia Gascon Prineville, Oregon

said marcybroda 2005.09.07 at 17:58:30 PDT

Hello, Dawn Thank you for your pictures. We've heard so much news about New Orleans, but no one has talked about any place else. To be truthful, most of the damage looks like it could have been caused by an F-4 tornado, which we experience up in Illinois & Wisconsin more frequently than hurricanes hit any specific area. However, damage is very localized when they do hit, whereas this is ... total. Further, there are the other photos -- ground torn up, bridges broken. I've never seen anything like that after any tornado. I'm thinking good thoughts toward you and yours, and hoping that you will realize your new "normal" as soon as possible. I cannot know how terrible it must be to have lived through this. Please, please -- if you need it to help recover from your post-traumatic distress problems, avail yourself of counseling so that you will not dream of this terror, but rather of good times and bright skies. Sincerely, Bronwyn Noble Madison, WI

said bronwynpn 2005.09.06 at 01:51:22 PDT

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said forenzikz 2005.09.05 at 09:57:45 PDT

I went through Biloxi on our holidays last year, the drive down was beautiful but the people we met made our trip the best it could be. In Canada everyone is shocked at the devistation of Katrina. Keep up your spirits because many people are praying for you.I just can't imagine what you are going through but my family prays for all of you.

said sellersfamily 2005.09.05 at 09:57:43 PDT

Dawn my prayers go out for you and many others forever impacted by the storm. My parents live on Linwood in Biloxi just a couple hundred yards north of Pass Road. They have been with us since last Sunday and are desparate to find out what kind of shape their house is in. I am trying to convince them to stay with us in Atlanta until it is safe to return. Any advise or insight would be helpful to my parents. God Bless you.

said cookiemonster2003 2005.09.05 at 09:43:41 PDT

Amazing shots, God bless you all and hope things get better soon. Marianne/Alabama

said bowlingranny2 2005.09.05 at 07:05:46 PDT

You have our prayers. We in Northern Louisiana have hundreds of victims here. Everyone is opening doors for them. Our hospitals and clinic are having volunteers to help with the sick. I can not imagine what you are going thru. Glad you still have your camera and computer. Best Wishes Caroline Louisiana USA.

said wmcaroline2003 2005.09.04 at 17:03:30 PDT

God Bless you and Yours Dawn. We are doing our part to help raise money to help out in your time of need. Keep on smiling and it will be better soon.

said eddwah 2005.09.04 at 15:12:03 PDT

Gidday Dawn Our sympathy and thoughts go out to you and you family and also to the people of New Orleans. Lets hope that your government can get their act together in assisting in the people to regain their health and rebuild homes. Live goes on and you must rebuld.You are not alone. Here in Australia We have mother nature throw Cyclones and bush fires, drought (which we have now ) our city is close to critical water shortage) and Floods The photo's have shown me what television doesnot. Take good care of yourself and family Woody Walker Brisbane Australia

said ivanrwalker 2005.09.04 at 09:59:42 PDT

Dawn, Thank you for these pictures. I am glad that you are safe after living through what I can't even imagine. You and all of your neighbors are in my prayers daily. I keep looking for anyway to help. I am giving what I have to funds that will bring you new help. Thank you for sharing these pictures they really tell a story. I will never forget you and your neighbors. I wish you peace after all of the strife. Sincerly Charlotte from Washington State

said beenfreeed 2005.09.04 at 09:59:42 PDT

Hello Dawn: My thoughts aprayers are with you, your family and all other's affected by the hurricane. Thankyou for sharing these photo's, it is hard to vision when one is so far away and seeing this really is shocking but somehow gives some understanding of what you and many others have been through. I pray that you all will get back what you lost and piece of mind. Candis B.C. Canada

said shanty102 2005.09.03 at 23:04:05 PDT

My family and I are praying hard for you and your family, friends and community, to recover from what this calamity had done - soon. princess (california)

said prncs104 2005.09.03 at 22:57:04 PDT

Hi, I would just like to extend my prayers to your Family,friends & Community. We are all praying for all of you hit by this Deadly Hurricane. Sincerly, Amanda From Pennsylvania

said amanda9603 2005.09.03 at 22:42:12 PDT

Prayers are with all of you. Richard & Pat Cornelius Hubbard Lake Mi

said coolrich 2005.09.03 at 22:41:37 PDT

Hello Dawn and thank God you still have your lives...I can't even imagine the horror of that kind of devastation. You must have been there for several years as you mentioned in one photo of where your daughter was born. I am so sorry for all of your loss and thank God again that help is finally arriving and people are opening their homes and hearts to all of you who have lost so much. I pray for recovery for all of you and am helping in several ways which may not personally reach you but is meant for all who have suffered as you have. You are in the hearts and prayers of thousands of us here who are doing what we can and for those who have arrived with more direct aid and help. God Bless you and yours. With heartfelt concern from one of many who do care. Sharon/Arizona

said sedona908 2005.09.03 at 22:31:59 PDT

It's hard for anybody to imagine such devastation. I hope your lives will soon be back to normal, and that you will be able to rebuild your home. My deepest sympathy for all the victims of the hurricane. God bless, Ina in Canada

said inicolae 2005.09.03 at 22:26:11 PDT

Please accept our sincerest condolences on your losses. My kids and I live in Phoenix, Arizona and can't even come close to know what you all have witnessed....oh my...! Please let us know if we can do anything to help you all out...We may not have much to give but we are willing to share. God bless you and your family. alicia307@msn.com Keep your head up and spirts high. Material can always be replaced in time, but you cannot........... Sincerly, Alicia, Celeste, Gabriella and Samantha, Phx, AZ

said aliciavillarreal10... 2005.09.03 at 22:01:29 PDT

Dawn, your haunting pictures make it real in a way that the television images do not. Is there anything we can do to help? My heart goes out to you and countless others. With deepest sympathy, Cathy in Maine

said catheec 2005.09.03 at 21:44:31 PDT

9 my favorite. stunning and beautiful album. agustingutig

said agustingutig 2005.09.03 at 20:23:57 PDT

Our hearts go out to your family. We have much family in that area, including N.O., BR, and Ocean Springs. God bless your resolve and strength.

said psychoman67 2005.09.03 at 20:23:51 PDT

Dawn, Your pictures are truly amazing, I'm so sorry for you, your family & friends. Thank you for sharing your photo's. I pray that things will soon be better for all of you, Jill

said easystitches 2005.09.03 at 20:23:48 PDT

I am so sorry for ya"ll and what ya'll are going tho. Everyone is in my thoughts and prayers. The worst is over now. Remember that the whole world is praying and something good will come from this. Keep your heads up and your faith strong, and a never faulting courage to keep going on.

said friskytabbycat 2005.09.03 at 20:23:48 PDT

Dawn, Thank you for sharing your first hand experience. We are all filled with compassion and concern for you and the other victims of this terrible tragedy. I hope that you soon benefit from the aid that is beginning to arrive there. I wish that there was more that I could do. Kathy - CA

said kathytoomey 2005.09.03 at 20:23:42 PDT

it makes me want to cry every time i watch, hear or even remember this last week. my prayers are with all the survivers and all that could not make it. my heart goes out to all. wish more americans had more to give.

said hotpinkfaerywings 2005.09.03 at 20:23:40 PDT

From one, so far away, - in Nottingham, UK, - my thoughts, and prayers, are with you, at this terrifying time! The awful devastation wrought, by Katrina, is beyond comprehension, but, I am SURE, that you WILL, indeed, RISE, again, - and be STRONGER THAN EVER! God bless you, - and, God bless the U.S.A.!

said 453386 2005.09.03 at 20:23:40 PDT

Oh my !..... I can't imagine what the people of New Orleans have witnessed over the past week. Thank you for sharing your photos. D

said duncanmacokinsider 2005.09.03 at 20:23:38 PDT

Please accept my sincerest condolences on your loss. We in Canada have been watching in dismay at the devastation. We are happy to see that the Canadians are finally able to get down south to help you out.

said _rain_girl 2005.09.03 at 20:23:38 PDT

Dear Dawn, I am so sorry for all the suffering and loss that you and your family have experienced. It really sadens me to see such devastation. My family and I were there on vacation in July and just LOVED your town and the hospitality! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you each day! God Bless you all. Karen, MO.

said karendenise1960 2005.09.03 at 20:23:35 PDT

you're in our thoughts. We lost a house we had just bought in the summer of 1969 to Hurricane Camille..we had just gone home to NJ to pack up our things and move to the house in Biloxi when Camille took it away- you wouldn't know if the Best Western Oak Manor was hit would you? you wouldn't know Jane and Jack Humprheys? kira7@netzero.com

said forenzikz 2005.09.03 at 20:23:34 PDT

Thank you for sharing. This is to say the least unsettling. I'm very sorry for the loss you've experienced as well as your friends and family. All the way from Germany we are praying for you.

said grapesandjam 2005.09.03 at 20:23:33 PDT

Beautiful photos. You are a pro. Hope that you can rebuild soon. God be with you. Ken

said topkick102100 2005.09.03 at 20:23:32 PDT

Our heart felt sympathy goes out to you and your neighbors during this great loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Joyce - Denver, CO

said jekropewnicki 2005.09.03 at 20:23:28 PDT

As a huge fan of American music, I always wanted to visit New Orleans, and it's heartbreaking to see that beautiful city under water. My thoughts are with all of you people.

said vivian1967 2005.09.03 at 20:23:25 PDT

We lived in Biloxi on Pass Road in the late 80's. It is so sad to see the destruction this hurricane has caused. Please know that your family and the countless others affected by this will be in our hearts and prayers and I believe Americans from all across the land will pull together to help our friends in the south.

said thedavidsons 2005.09.03 at 20:23:20 PDT

Dawn& Family First Thank You for sharing the pictures, My heart is weeping for you and all the others that have been devastated by this disaster. I am APPAULED that it has taken so long to get HELP to you. As a nation so helpful to other countries in need,there is NO EXCUSE for the Blatent disregard we have shown your state. But know that in the future this will never be allowed to happen again. We should always take care of our own.Im sorry you have to go thru this. You are in my Prayers. Hold your head high, and know that there is HOPE, and you will rebuild a new and stronger city. GOD Bless you all ...

said kimikat 2005.09.03 at 20:23:20 PDT

Miss Dawn, Thank you for sharing your photos. We who are not there cannot imagine what it is like. I am praying for you and your family and all the others. My heart goes out to all who have suffered in this disaster. Take comfort in knowing there is a loving God who hears our cries and has promised to take care of our every need. May God bless you as you rebuild your lives. Karen in SC

said ksc421 2005.09.03 at 20:23:12 PDT

Good luck and God bless. You have been through so much, I pray God will give you strength for the future.. Our thoughts are with you. Maudie/Tennessee

said maudie153 2005.09.03 at 20:23:12 PDT

thank you for sharing some heart-wrenching and personal pictures with us. Best wishes on rebuilding and I hope all your family, friends & loved ones evacuated and will be able to return to rebuild. I'm so sorry for your losses.

said mars52555 2005.09.03 at 20:23:08 PDT

God bless you,I do hope you the best to come. you are one courageous sole Your photos are very explicited I wish you the very best to come Keep up the faith and trust god he will guide you love you in the lord. Teresa (North Carolina)

said newone5327521 2005.09.03 at 20:23:08 PDT

I'm thankful to the Lord that you survived such a horrible event. Bless you for showing us the realities of the situation. It's much different when you see it on the news. Bless you

said jannisares 2005.09.03 at 20:23:08 PDT

Dawn: These photos bring it home to all of us sitting safe and sound at our computers. I wish I could be there to help people and do more. God bless.

said tracyk830 2005.09.03 at 20:22:55 PDT

omg thank u so much i'm just a 13 yr old grl who lives in ct but i wanted to like idk just kno i really did i'm so sry i really really am id really kno what to say except tht i kno i'll pray for everyone in this tradgic hurricane and thank u b/c u gave me something i wanted so bad.. just to kno what's happening in the world.. beyond the walls of my home so thank u and may God bless ~*Katie*~

said katiescibelli 2005.09.03 at 20:22:54 PDT

Thank you for the pictures....it appears that some of our FEMA beureaucrats think that all they have out in your neighborhood is a small water problem....hopefully pictures like these will wake them up and get them moving providing the disaster relief that you and your neighbors need....you keep the pictures coming; the rest of America will motivate FEMA until they get their butts in gear and start doing the job that they've been paid to do....God Bless my thoughts and prayers are with you! Don/Boston, Ma

said the_grabber 2005.09.03 at 20:21:56 PDT

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all the other folks that have lost so much. God bless you and help you recover from this disaster. Henry & Marilyn, Woodridge, Illinois

said disneyfan110 2005.09.03 at 20:21:56 PDT

i have no words + god bless you +++ axel-saxony

said kolibri4 2005.09.03 at 20:21:55 PDT

Your photos tell us a story of almost warlike destruction, I hope none of your family have been lost in this terrible devastation, or your friends and neighbours. Our prayers go out to you, know that you are in our thoughts. God Bless Chris Charlie and Jay /NSW / Australia

said speedo999 2005.09.03 at 20:21:49 PDT

I am sorry for what is happening there.My country too was and still is suffering over this sort of calamity. i hope that God will give us strenghs to go on. Vali. Romania.

said vali2sima 2005.09.03 at 20:21:37 PDT

Dear Dawn, Thank you for sharing these personal images with us. I can't imagine what you and your family are going through. I am sending my positive energy thoughts your way as you begin to rebuild your lives again. Diane/Saratoga, NY

said brush1onpicasso 2005.09.03 at 20:11:27 PDT

Dear Dawn, your pictures reflect the tremendous loss that you and your community have suffered and the void you must feel inside. Bless you! My heart and prayers go out to you and your whole community as you seek to rebuild your lives and begin again. Thank you for sharing these with us. Joann/South Carolina

said sealadymb 2005.09.03 at 19:31:07 PDT

Hello! Thanks for sharing this great tragedy. My Condolences to all concerned! Congratulations on your feature. I hope you are able enjoy some happiness from this event soon! Regards. Bob-New York State

said rgarrow2 2005.09.03 at 19:26:36 PDT

Dearest Dawn, My heart is crying for you, and all those living through this terrible, terrible time. How brave you are to take, and share these pictures of your home, your neighbors homes and surroundings. Know that people all around the world are praying for you, and all the victims in the Gulf Coast suffering from Hurricane Katrina. God bless you with the strengh to endure your pain and suffering. Thank you for sharing this well deserved featured album. Laura/Oregon

said hereslaura 2005.09.03 at 19:20:09 PDT

Dawn, so sorry this happened to you, your family and your town. I am praying for you.

said jillspix 2005.09.03 at 19:19:03 PDT

Dawn, My heart goes out to you and all the victims. Marsha

said marsha28518 2005.09.03 at 18:50:09 PDT

Thanks for sharing these photos. I imagine that the pictures alone cannot tell the whole story of the destruction Biloxi was wrought. It must have taken strength to post these photos, let alone take them, given the destruction of your home and years of your family's lives. I had the opportunity to visit Biloxi, although briefly. I stopped off in Biloxi while returning from visiting family in Florida several years ago. I visited the pier by the lighthouse, and drove along the beachfront boulevard, passing the stately old homes. It breaks my heart to know that all I saw in my visit is gone. My God bless you and your family. Steven from Ft. Worth, Texas.

said smartinfto 2005.09.03 at 18:31:03 PDT

Thanks for sharing your experience of this natural disaster. God bless. Michel

said nttl2k1 2005.09.03 at 18:12:09 PDT

Please pray for the people in Biloxi,,MS,,they have my prayers,,,Richie,round lake beach,,il,60073

said triggo3 2005.09.03 at 15:46:44 PDT

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. God speed in your recovery. Barb

said waretrop 2005.09.03 at 14:24:27 PDT

Dawn, thank you for sharing your first hand experience with Katrina and her aftermath. All our hearts and prayers go out to you, your family and all affected by this devastation. Thank God you are alive and I hope well. I hope and pray your recovery is speedy and you will have all you need and more. Jane, Oregon

said peonierose 2005.09.03 at 14:20:25 PDT

All my thoughts and prayers are with you and all the Katrina victims. There has been no other topic of discussion this last week other than, how can we help. Sandy, Michigan/USA

said sstang01 2005.09.03 at 14:09:56 PDT

From Newport RI, Thank you for sharing in this devastating time.I feel so helpless in your time of great need. Take care. Carolyn McDonald

said robincollins1965 2005.09.03 at 12:19:57 PDT

Dawn our hearts go out to you and to yours. I hope that with all of us helping however we can that you are back to normal as soon as possible

said polgaratex 2005.09.03 at 11:18:16 PDT

Coastal living is one continuious watch for hurricanes during the late summer and fall. God bless you as you and yours recover from this challenge of a lifetime.

said stevefowler3 2005.09.03 at 10:28:32 PDT

Dawn, We here in Las Vegas are with you and your family and friends in spirit and in prayer. Our local news station, KLAS-TV sent and funded an entire Task Force One rescue team made up of firemen and paramedics, as well as construction experts to help with your Biloxie cleanup. They are being held in Dallas, but arrived there two days ago! Please know that the rest of America IS very concerned about you, your family and friends who went through this, and hope that none of you is physically hurt. Thank you for touring your neighborhood with your camera and posting your shots. We appreciate your caring efforts to do this. Please post the pictures of your rebuilding. We will all wait to know that you are all right. God bless each of you. He must love you VERY much, and saved you for the most important future work of your life. Take care of each other.

said cmsousa 2005.09.03 at 10:04:30 PDT

Congratulations on your featured album! The photos are great. Thanks for sharing! http://community.webshots.com/user/brianhahaha

said brianhahaha 2005.09.03 at 10:03:39 PDT

I would love to be able to do something tangible - even in a small way - rather than just sympathetic words. Don't get me wrong, those words must be soothing, and I know they're well-intentioned. Do you still have a way of banking or receiving funds? I cannot send much, but I would be willing to make a small PayPal transfer to you if you are able to receive it, and will provide me your email address. Write me at chargerfree@mindspring.co m Charlotte in Texas/New Mexico

said barnchaser 2005.09.03 at 09:56:42 PDT

Thank you, Dawn, for finding the time to post these photos, and Webshots, for making them known to us by putting them on their front page. You may never know how helpless the rest of us in the country - and the world - feel when all we want to do is help somehow. I have donated money to two agencies and hope that some relief comes immediately to everyone affected. Carol, Smyrna, GA - USA

said photogirlga 2005.09.03 at 09:44:40 PDT

We pray that you and your neighbors will recover soon from this terrible devastation. Your pictures really brought it home how terrible some of God's storms are. We live in Kansas and have tornadoes but even they don't cause such wide spread devastation. God Bless you all!

said babbo1 2005.09.03 at 09:20:08 PDT

Nice Shots! Thanks for sharing! Chris

said chanlittlefour 2005.09.03 at 09:10:24 PDT

My heart goes out to you and your family. You are in my prayers for a fast recovery from this devastation and that you and yours are unhurt and safe. It is very difficult to tell someone what it is like living through a hurricane, until you have been through one yourself, which I have. But your picture definitely tell the story loud and clear for all it see. Thank you for sharing during this difficult time. Lynn, Bonanza, Oregon, USA

said 1seahag 2005.09.03 at 08:53:39 PDT

Dear Dawn, I hope you are in a safe place, and finding the necessities of life. I pray for all of you every day, a lot. There is no way, sitting up here safe in Minnesota, with my home, food, clothing,etc, can truly imagine how bad it must be. My heart goes out to you as do my prayers. I'm glad you had your camera, so to share these photos with the world. I hope you are getting the help that has been so slow in coming. God Bless You, and all of the those in the devestated area. Love from Sharon in SE Minnesota

said sharwils2 2005.09.03 at 08:33:57 PDT

Dear Dawn, Thanka you so much for making these pictures available to us. Our hearts and our prayers go out to you. I can't imagine the devistation,you, your family and your friends are incurring... I hope you aree in a dry warm place with food and water. I was looking for an email address to ask permission to use y our pictures on my church program as a reminder to our members to pay a generous fast offering and make donations to the humanitarian relief fund. If you wish you are welcome to email me at julie_leistatmsndotcom repalce the at with@ and dot..well you know...I'm sure webshots gets more than it's share of spyders and bots... It must have taken increadible strength to go about the task of taking these pictures. Thank you again, and God be with you. Julie

said jaleist 2005.09.03 at 08:26:08 PDT

Hello I looked in your said album I hope that the peoples to get help from other peoples and the hole world congratulation on your featured album and take care greetings Christina from Alkmaar Holland

said riskja 2005.09.03 at 08:18:44 PDT

Hello!!, I looked at your album" Home Page" the photos and the holds of views also!!,this one devastating !!,you have knew to make a good choice in the opportunity to photograph the picture that you wanted shown us!!, God Bless All Family!! <bonpapabobonne@hotmai l.com>...Belgium

said richard1378 2005.09.03 at 08:10:38 PDT

There is nothing that can be said that will help. I'm sure the anticipation was dreadful, the event had to be a horrendous experience, and the aftermath is indescribable...except in pictures, and you have done that from a very personal point of view. It has been an emotional experience that none of us will ever forget, even though we didn't suffer the consequences as you did. Best of luck in rebuilding your community. Jim in Longview, WA barely above sea level and protected by dikes ditches and pumps. It makes one worry.

said jwb592002 2005.09.03 at 08:09:30 PDT

Our hearts ache for you & all who have been touched by this horrific incident. No one can understand the loss & devistation you suffer unless one as gone through what you have. Our prayers are with you & yours. Our government has been way to casual & slow in helping in this bastardly situation. We do not understand the lack actions & the much delayed response of this supposidly..."most powerful country in the world?" For this we are sorry. Sincerely, ~Joni & Gary~ Las Vegas, NV.

said imjoni 2005.09.03 at 08:06:44 PDT

Dawn....There are no words to explain how I feel at this moment. I cannot imagine the pain you are feeling. To see you and your families lives torn apart and be able to picture and post it is an amazing thing. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this terrible time of need. Please keep us informed of how things are going for you. Ranae in Indiana

said msfitzfotos 2005.09.03 at 08:04:01 PDT

Dear Dawn, your pictures bring home to those of us not affected by Katrina just exactly how devestating this hurricane was. My heart goes out to you and all your neighbors and to everyone affected. Know that our prayers are with you all...please take care and stay safe...Darlene in Upstate NY

said briansbabe2 2005.09.03 at 07:50:26 PDT

What absolute destruction, having gone through bombing during the war, this looks very much the same. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this. Trudy-Oregon

said hamiltrudy1 2005.09.03 at 07:47:30 PDT

God Bless you! Srapada, California

said srapada 2005.09.03 at 07:36:40 PDT

The destruction is so graphic in your pics. My thoughts are with you at this time It might take some time but it will get rebuilt and be a better place , if your goverment eventually get the finger out of the arses and get relief into the area Gordon from Glasgow Scotland UK

said gordie153 2005.09.03 at 07:36:39 PDT

You are amazing to take these pictures and post them. You have put the devastaion in personal terms we can all identify with. I am adding you to my favorites. Keep us informed on your progress. God be with you. Clare/ Portland,Oregon

said vilroy 2005.09.03 at 07:22:49 PDT

We know what you are going trough. Just 6 weeks ago the eye of Hurricane Emily hit the Yucatan peninsula just a few miles south of or little community. We know that’s words don’t help much but it is all what we can give. All our thoughts are with you. Don’t give up! The stress is enormous right know and it may get worse but believe: There is always a tomorrow to look forward too. And still we, you on the Golf Coast and we on the Caribbean are the lucky ones. We did survived. And that is not the end; that is the beginning. Heidi in behalf of the community of Paamul, Quintana Roo, Mexico

said cleo85100 2005.09.03 at 07:11:39 PDT

No amount of prayer can be too much. We are all sending best thoughts and wishes your way in this incredible time. Thank you for sharing your photos. I've sent the link to many who also care. Good luck from Nebraska!

said beeksgirl 2005.09.03 at 07:09:30 PDT

Your courageous presence of mind to take these evocative photos will do a lot to further the idea that we, your countrymen, can and will step up to provide assistance in whatever material and spiritual means are necessary to help you and so many others. Know that you all are in so many thoughts and prayers. Your plight will not be forgotten and we will stay together in this until your lives have been put back together again. On a note that may seem totally irrelevant to this tragedy, your pictures are very well done and your feature selection is merited. Congratulations!!! ~~~~Bob

said mrcart 2005.09.03 at 07:00:13 PDT

My heart goes out to you in this time of destruction and sadness. Viewing these photos of yours makes the fact that being a memeber of Webshots can bring me close to you in this disastrous time.

said foofoo1729 2005.09.03 at 06:49:12 PDT

there is no way for anyone who has not experienced this devastation firsthand the way you have to fully know what you are going through but your pictures help tell the story. our hearts and prayers go out to you in the hopes that your health, lives and homes can be rebuilt and become stronger for what you have had to endure. words cannot express our sorrow and helplessness but hopefully you can garner some strength knowing that people do care and pray for you and all victims of this tragedy. stay strong and know that there is always a brighter tomorrow. God bless you. george/atlanta

said dragoneyes112 2005.09.03 at 06:32:32 PDT

Dawn, Your pictures are amazing. Please know that you and every person in the way of this horrible storm are in our thoughts and prayers. May your life return to something much more normal soon.Sharon

said sharon_dicicco1 2005.09.03 at 06:21:32 PDT

Thank you for sharing and showing us the strength to live with what "Moter Nature" challanges us. I wish you all the best in rebuilding your lives. Joan in Oregon

said jtravel 2005.09.03 at 06:04:07 PDT

Dawn and Family the only thing I can say is I pray that God will see, not only you but everyone in the gulf region, a fast recovery. I will never forgot the pictures that I have seen on tv and yours. Tomorrow in my sunday school class I will tell the class to pray for you but they most likely are doing that already. God bless you all. Mike/Lilburn Ga.

said mtd48 2005.09.03 at 05:59:04 PDT

Dawn, I am so very sorry for your loss. I cannot even imagine what you are going through. I wish you and your family my prayers and God's blessings. God Bless you and your family Carolyn/New Mexico

said stargazer111 2005.09.03 at 05:27:21 PDT

Dawn - good luck to you, I can only imagine what you, your family and neighbors must be going through. Your pictures and the stories I have been reading about Katrina's devastating impact really shook us here in Canada and we are sending our thoughts, prayers and help, as best we can.

said gdmac16 2005.09.03 at 05:19:48 PDT

My heart felt prayers go out to each and everyone of you. You are now sharing with all of us the horrible aftermath. These photos are amazing. God Bless. Faye/Georgia

said fayenga 2005.09.03 at 05:05:38 PDT

There are not enough word to express how much sorrow and compassion I feel for all of you in this devastion! All I can do from here is say my thoughts and prayers are with you. Congratulations on being featured! Judy

said jsouthpaw1 2005.09.03 at 04:37:50 PDT

I Feel For The Residents Of The Gulf Coast,I Hope That One Day Everyone Can Recover From This Devastion,. AS For The Rest Of The Country We Are Donating What Ever We Can.My Heart And Prayers Go Out For The People In This Devastion.Jo Jo/Michigan

said jdsmith01100 2005.09.03 at 04:30:48 PDT

There are no words that can express my sorrow for you and the residents of the Gulf coast. Your loses are immeasurable and can be known only to you and God. Help is on the way. You are alive and had the spirit to take these pictures and share them. That is a first step. Thanks and good luck to you and your family, Henry

said redwing1102 2005.09.03 at 04:18:53 PDT

Your photos are amazing. I only hope and pray that you will be able to climb the ladder again and enjoy life with your family.

said crushedice1 2005.09.03 at 04:11:41 PDT

Congrats on being featured. We lived through Charley, Frances, and Jeanne last year here in FL. I cannot imagine suffering the destruction you have suffered. May God bless you and give you a rich rewarding future.

said suzannewi 2005.09.03 at 04:00:18 PDT

Thanks for sharing this dramatic pictures. I'm praying God for you. Renato from Italy.

said renato26 2005.09.03 at 03:47:01 PDT

How absolutely devastating for you folks this all must be. I am praying for everyone who has lost a family member or loved one and those who have lost all their earthly possessions. Stay strong. We will support you in any way we can.

said booklady48 2005.09.03 at 03:46:48 PDT

What sad images. I hope you can recover your life soon. My sympathy is to all those hurt in this unimaginable disaster. Orly (Israel)

said orlyyahalom 2005.09.03 at 03:27:01 PDT

Thanks for sharing these wonderful pictures of utter devestation, and thank WS for featuring them. Congratulations! Every shot is a winner and gives us a more personal view. Doug in California

said dyetter 2005.09.03 at 02:57:16 PDT

Congratulations, Our hearts and prayers are with everyone in those areas. We admire your strength, and courage in the face of such adversity. Hopefully your home was spared, since you have your camera, and a way to upload the images. Gloria

said flowergal 2005.09.03 at 01:33:51 PDT

We feel for your people, and hope that comfort an succour will return to your lives, the utter devastation to vast areas as shown on TV and your photographs is heartbreaking to say the least. congratulations on the feature, but may you and your family be soon returned to normality, Ken from England

said hircock100 2005.09.03 at 01:32:50 PDT

What a chance you and your family are alive (and your camera!). Your pictures are so impressive - and to think that similar scenes cover a surface of at least half of our country = France! Though we live far from where was your home: we feel with you and people around you - this is an event that nobody can ever forget lifelong! - Thank you for informing us - the "feature" expresses a little bit our thanks! - Best wishes from SW France: Kaethi and Henri

said oertlif_3 2005.09.03 at 01:18:43 PDT

What heartbreaking destruction.... Prayers are with you. We are collecting money in our store for the Katrina hurricane relief fund. Good Luck and we'll all help you through this. GT Utah

said gloryglory101 2005.09.03 at 00:55:31 PDT

Hi, you have done well to salvage your camera and get out in the street to take these awesome photos. The devastation must be daunting. I hope you have the strength and courage to rebuild your home and life. Best wishes and congratulations on being featured today. Keith in Sydney.

said magikeith 2005.09.03 at 00:49:34 PDT

Congratulations on your featured album and for the strength letting us know what Karina has done to your place! I'm so sorry for all of you, it must be devastating to see homes disappearing. I wish you all the strength, the hope and the blessings to the future, with warm hugs and love, Salla, Finland

said sallap 2005.09.03 at 00:34:41 PDT

Congratulations on being featured with this shattering album. How on earth did you manage to save your camera in working order from this mess? I was impressed by the TV coverage we see here in Holland from this disaster no one can imagine, one wonders how some buildings managed to survive relatively unscathed. This going to be a incredibly tough time for all of you. I wish you lots of strength and optimism. Show us again when you have finished, as you surely will do! Still: have a nice day with your featuring.

said sante1 2005.09.03 at 00:15:27 PDT