jakorte's blog

Thank you so much for letting me share this journey with you. I’m looking forward to going back to New Orleans again in March, if at all possible. It just depends on a few things.

In the meantime, GITC has committed to an exciting project. Next October, and then some, Get In The Car is planning an event called “7 over 7�. This group will lead 7 teams, over 7 weeks, working on one house from start to finish. They will take the home all the way from demolition to handing the homeowner new house keys. I am optimistically planning to travel to New Orleans for two weeks during this period. I’m aiming for the 1st week, since demolition was so much fun, and one of the later weeks, as well.

For me, this is really something to look forward to. One of my biggest frustrations came from not being able to see a completed project by the time we left New Orleans. All 49 volunteers worked hard and accomplished their assignments, but not one house was completely finished. Amazingly, there continues to be a revolution of volunteers going into New Orleans. When one or two groups need to leave, another one or two groups are scheduled to show up and take up where the earlier groups left off.

If you would like to help me and the GITC team reach their “7 over 7� budget goals, please consider my “Change for the Life of New Orleans� drive. I have a small can on my desk ready to accept your Pennies from Heaven.

If you prefer, you may also make a direct donation to GITC c/o New Hope Church, 53245 Van Dyke, Shelby Township, MI 48316. If you would like a receipt for tax purposes, just let them know. Log onto http://www.getinthecar.org for more information, photos, and to find out about the GITC Traveling Tool Trailer Program.

Thanks again for your support.

jak