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I love superheroes.Those people in spite of their own circumstances, they put on their capes and in this case rain coats and boots and sprang into action.Superheroes men, women and even some children in uniform or not, who rush to aid in their official title or not; these superheroes are our first line of defense against any approaching disasters and they are usually disguised as our neighbors.
As Superheroes, our local law enforcement officers in Houston rolled up their sleeves, put on weather gear, and worked around the clock to try and prevent loss of life and property. Sprang into action to rescue their neighbors, all the while hoping their families were safe from the approaching storm. Using boats, trucks, buses, and helicopters, every means available to them, to carry their neighbors to safety. Going beyond the call of duty, with an “all hands on deck” attitude doing whatever they could to best of their ability.
Photo courtesy of Beulah Garcia, (husband Gilbert on right)
Neighborhood Superheroes checked drains, finding out who was still in the neighborhood and if you needed food, water or a ride to the store (and if you don’t know where to go) these Superheroes are usually a wealth of information and will point you in the right direction; food, gas, water, whatever. They make sure if you are riding out a storm you have what you need. And after the storm check on you and if you are in need, they come to your rescue.
Thanks to all you Superheroes big and small doing whatever you could without any fanfare. Whether you rescued a senior from flood waters or donated food and clothing to a shelter, or making sure no one went hungry in your “hood” you are a superhero in my book. Not just seeing or hearing about a need, but sprang into action and did something .
Photo courtesy of Bianca Randolph, mother with her son Elijah
Houston is a huge city with a heart of compassion. Diverse but not divided when it comes to helping one another like the Good Samaritan Jesus told us about. Houstonians attitude during crisis situations “is regardless of skin color, political or religious belief, if you need help” most real Houstonians will do whatever they can to help you without even putting on their capes.
As my City works through the clean—up process after the horrific flooding, please continue to pray for us and all the areas affected by the storm and especially those grieving the loss of loved ones.
Remember no matter where we live in the world we are all neighbors and we can all be Superheroes too.
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Photos courtesy of the author’s neighbors.
