[MR] From the Seneschal of Meridies

[Sayyida Halima al-Shafi'i of Raven's Cove]

Forwarded with permission

Hello all

I'm Gwen, the seneschal for Meridies....

Wanted to let everyone know that we have heard from New Orleans
(Barony of Axemore), and have accounted for our people there. Likewise
Mobile and Pensacola.

We have not heard from Biloxi or Hattiesburg as of yet, but the power
and phones are all still out there--so we're very hopeful.

New Orleans and MS are in a right state--there is no drinking water
available and the city is now considered a health hazard. No one can
really get in or out, and there is now mandatory evacuations of the
entire city.

There are several relief efforts underway, not the least of which are
the Salvation Army (1-800-SAL-ARMY) and the American Red Cross. Others
across the Knowne World have contacted myself and my Crown wanting to
know where to send care packages, etc. Atlanta, GA (Barony of the
South Downs) is organizing the efforts to get what may come to those
in need---we'll post here ASAP.

I cannot convey how touched and grateful we are here in Meridies for
the outporing of help and concern--we are truly blessed to have such
good friends in the SCA. You guys are, hands-down, what we are all
striving to be---noble.

Thank you all so much again for your thoughts and prayers

I remain

Gwen