Kayla Taylor Blog 2

The trip has met some original expectations. Honestly, I thought we’d would assist/help with the laying of the houses literal foundation but stepping back now it’s probably better that we had not. Although, we did get to do some pretty cool and handy things within the house such as flooring, using the electric saw to cut and put in baseboards, and painting ceilings. Going into the French Quarter at night was enjoyable as well but besides sightseeing and eating there wasn’t too much to do which was pretty surprising. On the contrast it’s surprising in a shocking factor that so many individuals/families fell victim to contractor fraud and that those who committed such acts took advantage of those in such a fragile state. The trip has brought the Bonner girls closer together which is a positive thing. Before the trip is over, I would like to learn more about “The Living Ninth Ward” and current situations of the Lower Ninth Ward (without being invasive to current residents).

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