Tuscaloosa

We pass through Tuscaloosa every time we go to Mississippi to see family. When the tornado touched down last month, I knew I wanted to do something. We got friends from MOPS, church and work involved and started with this:

 Next, I made over 35 beauty kits with nail polish and other goodies. We also had toys, toiletries, a birthday party kit (ready to go with a candle, disposable camera and decorations) and gift cards. Our friend Jill Bender suggested that we take things to the Salvation Army at McFarland Mall, and they were happy to receive our donations.

 On a short drive through town, we took some photos (all from the car, some are a little blurry). CVS pharmacy is open, working out of a trailer.

 Check out the tree on the right.

 It's a very sad day when you cannot get to Hobby Lobby! (Stacy Nowell will appreciate this!). Seriously, the devastation was amazing. One side of the street, by University Mall, was fine and across the way it was a mangled mess.

 A sidewalk on the main drag. One month later, there is still debris everywhere because there was so much of it. Our prayers go to those working to rebuild Tuscaloosa!

Check out www.RecoverTuscaloosa.com.