neo-neocon: On the kindness of strangers: the aftermath of Katrina

Some individuals who were in Katrina's path are finding themselves with opportunities they never dreamed of, thanks to the kindness of strangers. The blogger neo-neocon takes a look at some of their stories.

(By the way, neo-neocon has just marked her one year blog anniversary.)

Update: A good read from her archives: In Praise of Memorizing Poetry, from March 31.