Kelly Brown Quotations

We're just waiting for direction from the federal level.

We've got more (volunteers ) in the pipeline. We are aggressively calling (the national chapter) to tell them we have people (ready) to go.

Needs may actually change. One day water is a priority, but then Anheiser Busch donates water. The next day it could be food. We have to take animals and pets into consideration.

Members of the community have already contacted the chapter, expressing interest in helping Katrina's victims with donations of food, clothing, etc. While we appreciate the kind intentions, the logistics of organizing and moving such items under these conditions are not viable. The fastest way to help is by making an online contribution to the Disaster Relief Fund at www.redcross.org. You can also help by calling 1-800-HELP-NOW or your local Red Cross chapter,

We don't know if it's going to be a trickle or if we'll be a place to send people.

The Red Cross is launching the largest mobilization of resources in its history for a single natural disaster, ... We're being called upon to provide close to 2,000 Red Cross volunteers from the Northeast Service Area, and we're gearing up locally by doing what we do best -- coming together to respond with compassion to take care of our neighbors.

The Red Cross has been inundated by the chapters with requests for materials. They're on back order.

This (the delayed response to Hurricane Katrina's victims) is everybody's fault.

With fuel prices and the infrastructure, (donating to the Disaster Relief Fund) would be much more efficient.

To be honest I am more focused on getting into the side here at the Borders that worrying about Scotland right now. There is so much strength in the back row at this club. I feel that we definitely have the squad here that can win games whereas last year we were not quite equipped for the job. We have made a few signings and I see no reason why we can't win a few matches. The players are really close, probably more so than last year.

The time and knowledge that Joe gave to the park was immeasurable. It far outweighed what he donated in terms of physical materials, and in the process I gained a wonderful friend.

It's feels great to be home, ... Having been in Atmore for almost 10 years, those years will be with me and my family forever. In many ways Atmore will always be home.

The Sevens had a really big impact on my game in terms of skills and fitness levels, there is just no place to hide and it's a real test of your rugby ability.

I'm hoping that some of you will become leaders.

If you haven't already, now is the time to think about creating a disaster plan and building a kit for your home or business, ... You can learn more about disaster preparedness at www.mohawkvalleyredcross.org.