He wants to go to Houston

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My son is very energetic and very capable. He wants to go to Houston to be a part of the rescue operations. There are lot's of organizations and citizens doing there part to help. This app, apparently, is very active right now with people organizing themselves to help Houston.

Let me explain about my son. He is 23. He is a very experienced Life Guard, SCUBA Master Instructor, Rescue Diver and has a huge heart for helping people. With no emotion involved I would say that he is a very qualified person to participate in this type of activity.

photo taken from my son's facebook profile pictures

Now, as a parent... We know that our son will see things that will change his life forever. There will be misery, death and destruction. The physical risks are many many. There are dead animals and people in the water. The contamination can be unimaginable. The alligators, snakes and balls of fire ants in the water are also a risk. People are a bigger risk in some areas. yes, PEOPLE... they are looting and shooting.

I love, admire, and respect my son

But we fear for him. Our prayer is that his talents will be used, but he will be safe! He is not one to be talked out of something once he puts his mind to it. Trying to get him to NOT go isn't likely an option. At this point we are sharing as much information with him as possible to help him be prepared for what it is that he is about to encounter.

What is the dilemma?

Our dilemma is NOT whether or not to let him go. He's GOING. He did not let us know of his plans so we could make any choices for him. He was NOT asking for permission. Our challenge now is with how we feel about this. I'm proud and I'm fearful. For me, I have to turn this to prayer or I'll drive myself crazy with concern. Mama... she's a mess (mother's will understand).

screenshot of text message to my son

Please Pray

Please pray for those in the storm needing helped! Also pray for those First Responders, Emergency Crew and those civilians that are giving up all comfort and safety to help other.

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