UPDATE: Poke-Families & Katrina

Team Cook · 08/31/2005, 01:27 PM

We previously posted on the Hurricane Katrina thread about the Schells hosting the Langensteins at their home, and also the Lynches who stayed at a nearby motel but spent the days at the Schells playing Pokemon to pass the time away and keep their minds off things....

Well, we've spoken to Mike Schell and Nancy Lynch...

Mike says all is well with his family. They are hoping to get power and water soon, and their home did not sustain much damage other than a few roof shingles blown away.

Rick and his family left for their home yesterday, not really knowing what to expect when they get there. There's still no news from them, but at least we know that the family is safe because they weathered the storm at the Schells.

The Lynches have left and are headed for family in Florida. They're planning on leaving the kids there, and then Dana and Nancy will head back to see what's left of their home. Again, at least the family is safe, and that is certainly most important, but our hearts really go out to them -- not just because of what they might find when they return home, but because of everything they've had to go through. Same with the Langensteins.

I know Katrina's moved on, but let's continue to keep them all in our thoughts and in our prayers.

SomethingElse · 08/31/2005, 01:29 PM

hopefully katrina didn't no much there houses! was great playing the whole lynch family at origins....wouldn't want to see them not play anymore because of this

**SD PokeMom** · 08/31/2005, 01:35 PM

Thanks for the update. Please keep us informed of how our Poké-families affected by Katrina are doing.

Best wishes, good thoughts and ((hugs)) to all affected by this disaster; please stay safe!

'mom

homeofmew · 08/31/2005, 01:38 PM

oh good rocketman and his family are ok!
i was worried! Thanks for updates!

Cyrus · 08/31/2005, 01:44 PM

Nice to hear that everyone is safe and sound. I received a CNN update saying that New Orleans will be suffering loss of life in the hundreds, so it's good to know that my friends are okay

Best wishes and best of luck to all who suffered from Katrina in one way or another.

Feraligatr · 08/31/2005, 01:46 PM

Team Cook thanks for the update. Our thoughts and prayers are with them and wishes that their homes were not affected.

CHARIZARD MASTERTRAINER · 08/31/2005, 01:59 PM

Think of it, 80% of New Orleans, is covered in water, it hard to tell how they city will be back to normal, months to even a couple of years, with damages expected to be in the millions, some say billions(includes nearby cities, like Biloxi, Mississippi). I hope all those people, especially our pokemon players and families are safe and doing well.

....

Rulemaster · 08/31/2005, 02:05 PM

I herad somewhere that since New Orleans is below sea level that it would eventually, in the future, go underwater. It's hard to say why people didn't realize this before now. It's going to be impossible for them to go back to normal.

pichaque · 08/31/2005, 03:08 PM

Katrina was supposedly headed to my area (Toronto) today, but I guess it stopped. It was raining last night with wind, but nothing damaging. Today the sun is out and not a drop of rain.

Shellshock929 · 08/31/2005, 04:18 PM

Thanks for the update. Good thing those Poke-families are safe because they survived a horrendous storm and I hope that whatever they're going to do in the future, I wish them good luck in everything.

*WeileMom* · 08/31/2005, 05:41 PM

I'll add my thanks too. I really appreciate the update and if you hear anything more (or if anyone else does) please let us know!!

*Benlugia* · 08/31/2005, 05:41 PM

its not impossible for them to go back to normal. but it will take 2-3 years to restore new orleans to what it was before the storm. this kind of storm happens once every 100 years, and just because the people of new orleans know that its hurricane territory (i'm sure at least one person there doesn't know that it is), doesn't mean its "their fault" for choosing to live there and have a hurricane tear apart their home and etc. they are fellow human beings--its our job to help them. not just because they are pokemon players, because they are human beings.

Team Cook · 08/31/2005, 06:44 PM

These families have a lot of friends within the Pokemon community, and I figured that the information and update would be welcomed.

They'll be pleased to know that we're all thinking about them....

.

CameraMan · 09/01/2005, 11:15 AM

Mike and everyone,

Thank you for the prayers and thoughts! I did a post after speaking with Rick today, but did not think to look for your post!

***Prime*** · 09/01/2005, 11:26 AM

I'm happy to hear all the families are safe. I don't know anyone personal but I was praying for everyone in that area to get away from the event safely.

Ancient Pokemon Trainer · 09/01/2005, 11:35 AM

It's practicly impossible to clean up New Orleans. Have you seen the pictures? It's DESTROYED. If it were restored wich would take ALOT of work it would be about 4+ years. That's alot of time without New Orleans. Anyways glad that that all Poke-Familys are ok.

Team Cook · 09/01/2005, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nfgcgrb

Mike and everyone,

Thank you for the prayers and thoughts! I did a post after speaking with Rick today, but did not think to look for your post!

We've all been concerned about all of you in Mississippi and Louisiana. The news footage is so heartbreaking....

Glad to hear you spoke with Rick and all is well with them. We talked to Nancy yesterday after talking to you. They're suppose to be heading back today (without the kids) to see what Katrina has done to their home. We've been following the news real closely, and I'm afraid that the news may not be so good for the Lynches. We need to keep them in our prayers.

~Blazi-King~ · 09/01/2005, 01:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Team Cook

We've all been concerned about all of you in Mississippi and Louisiana. The news footage is so heartbreaking....

Glad to hear you spoke with Rick and all is well with them. We talked to Nancy yesterday after talking to you. They're suppose to be heading back today (without the kids) to see what Katrina has done to their home. We've been following the news real closely, and I'm afraid that the news may not be so good for the Lynches. We need to keep them in our prayers.

Team Cook & Mike Schell

We really appreciate the wonderful effort to keep them in our hearts and prayers.

Wish Everyone effected a safe recovery.

Team Cook · 09/01/2005, 01:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ~Blazi-King~

Team Cook & Mike Schell

We really appreciate the wonderful effort to keep them in our hearts and prayers.

Wish Everyone effected a safe recovery.

It looks like the news from the Lynches home is good... Looks like it turned out okay for all our Poke-families after all....

.... Whew!.... What a relief!

~Blazi-King~ · 09/01/2005, 02:17 PM

Thank Goodness....Only a few Shingles and pieces of the Skirting is gone on the Lynches House....

Definitely what a relief.....Wheeeeeeew!!

BTW : any Information on Brent and his Family ?

08/31/2005, 01:27 PM	#1
Team Cook Images: 1	UPDATE: Poke-Families & Katrina We previously posted on the Hurricane Katrina thread about the Schells hosting the Langensteins at their home, and also the Lynches who stayed at a nearby motel but spent the days at the Schells playing Pokemon to pass the time away and keep their minds off things.... Well, we've spoken to Mike Schell and Nancy Lynch... Mike says all is well with his family. They are hoping to get power and water soon, and their home did not sustain much damage other than a few roof shingles blown away. Rick and his family left for their home yesterday, not really knowing what to expect when they get there. There's still no news from them, but at least we know that the family is safe because they weathered the storm at the Schells. The Lynches have left and are headed for family in Florida. They're planning on leaving the kids there, and then Dana and Nancy will head back to see what's left of their home. Again, at least the family is safe, and that is certainly most important, but our hearts really go out to them -- not just because of what they might find when they return home, but because of everything they've had to go through. Same with the Langensteins. I know Katrina's moved on, but let's continue to keep them all in our thoughts and in our prayers.

08/31/2005, 01:29 PM	#2
SomethingElse Images: 1	hopefully katrina didn't no much there houses! was great playing the whole lynch family at origins....wouldn't want to see them not play anymore because of this __________________ My Trade List

08/31/2005, 01:35 PM	#3
SD PokeMom Mod Supervisor Blog Entries: 1 Images: 150	Thanks for the update. Please keep us informed of how our Poké-families affected by Katrina are doing. Best wishes, good thoughts and ((hugs)) to all affected by this disaster; please stay safe! 'mom __________________ SD area players: join the Play! Pokemon San Diego facebook group for local event info! League Leader, San Diego Games and Comics / PTO, San Diego CA My eyes being hindered by blind passions, I cannot perceive the light that grasps me; Yet the great compassion, without tiring, Illumines me always. Namuamidabutsu...

08/31/2005, 01:38 PM	#4
homeofmew Images: 15	oh good rocketman and his family are ok! i was worried! Thanks for updates! __________________ [ homeofmew \|Christine "Tina" Michie] [Masters Division \| Houston, Texas/ USA] [Fly For Fun \|Server: Tanuki\| Guild: iCe \| Level/ Class: 150 [H]ero Ranger/Crackshooter] 14,500 + Hours of Playtime

08/31/2005, 01:44 PM	#5
Cyrus Iron Chef - Master Emeritus Images: 8	Nice to hear that everyone is safe and sound. I received a CNN update saying that New Orleans will be suffering loss of life in the hundreds, so it's good to know that my friends are okay Best wishes and best of luck to all who suffered from Katrina in one way or another. __________________ Recent Tournament Placement: 1st place, 2003 Sandstorm Prerelease (UNDEFEATED) 18th place: Fall 2012 Tomball Battle Road (3-3) 23rd place: 2007 Oklahoma State Championship (2-3)

08/31/2005, 01:46 PM	#6
Feraligatr	Team Cook thanks for the update. Our thoughts and prayers are with them and wishes that their homes were not affected. __________________ Proud father of Mike & Tracy Click below for NC/SC/Western VA Events: www.ncscpokemon.com

08/31/2005, 01:59 PM	#7
CHARIZARD MASTERTRAINER	Think of it, 80% of New Orleans, is covered in water, it hard to tell how they city will be back to normal, months to even a couple of years, with damages expected to be in the millions, some say billions(includes nearby cities, like Biloxi, Mississippi). I hope all those people, especially our pokemon players and families are safe and doing well. .... __________________ -2nd: 2004 WI State -8th: 2005 WI State -8th: 2007 WI State -4th: 2006 Brookfield GC -3rd: 2007 Niles CC -2nd: 2007 Manitowoc CC -Top 16 2007 Upper Midwest Regionals-1st: 2008 WI State -Top 8 2009 WI & IL State (MA division) -Pokemon Professor & Founder of Team Wisconsin...Open to all WI Players!!

08/31/2005, 02:05 PM	#8
Rulemaster	I herad somewhere that since New Orleans is below sea level that it would eventually, in the future, go underwater. It's hard to say why people didn't realize this before now. It's going to be impossible for them to go back to normal. __________________ Lafonte: HOME OF THE ONLY 2-TIME WORLD CHAMPION

08/31/2005, 03:08 PM	#9
pichaque	Katrina was supposedly headed to my area (Toronto) today, but I guess it stopped. It was raining last night with wind, but nothing damaging. Today the sun is out and not a drop of rain.

08/31/2005, 04:18 PM	#10
Shellshock929 Avatar Creator Images: 32	Thanks for the update. Good thing those Poke-families are safe because they survived a horrendous storm and I hope that whatever they're going to do in the future, I wish them good luck in everything. __________________ Back at full force. TEAM ROCKET

08/31/2005, 05:41 PM	#11
WeileMom	I'll add my thanks too. I really appreciate the update and if you hear anything more (or if anyone else does) please let us know!! __________________ ---Nicole WeileMom Psyduck is SO misunderstood....

08/31/2005, 05:41 PM	#12
Benlugia Gallery Contributor Images: 15	its not impossible for them to go back to normal. but it will take 2-3 years to restore new orleans to what it was before the storm. this kind of storm happens once every 100 years, and just because the people of new orleans know that its hurricane territory (i'm sure at least one person there doesn't know that it is), doesn't mean its "their fault" for choosing to live there and have a hurricane tear apart their home and etc. they are fellow human beings--its our job to help them. not just because they are pokemon players, because they are human beings. __________________ Team Lafonte

08/31/2005, 06:44 PM	#13
Team Cook Images: 1	These families have a lot of friends within the Pokemon community, and I figured that the information and update would be welcomed. They'll be pleased to know that we're all thinking about them.... .

09/01/2005, 11:15 AM	#14
CameraMan Gallery Admin Emeritus Images: 30393	Mike and everyone, Thank you for the prayers and thoughts! I did a post after speaking with Rick today, but did not think to look for your post!

09/01/2005, 11:26 AM	#15
*Prime* Content Developer Blog Admin Contest Host Blog Entries: 22 Images: 77	I'm happy to hear all the families are safe. I don't know anyone personal but I was praying for everyone in that area to get away from the event safely.

09/01/2005, 11:35 AM	#16
Ancient Pokemon Trainer Images: 54	It's practicly impossible to clean up New Orleans. Have you seen the pictures? It's DESTROYED. If it were restored wich would take ALOT of work it would be about 4+ years. That's alot of time without New Orleans. Anyways glad that that all Poke-Familys are ok.

09/01/2005, 02:17 PM	#20
~Blazi-King~	Thank Goodness....Only a few Shingles and pieces of the Skirting is gone on the Lynches House.... Definitely what a relief.....Wheeeeeeew!! BTW : any Information on Brent and his Family ? __________________ Team Ft.W! \| Team TEXAS \| Team Carolina Long Live Acid Liability!!! World's '05: 8th Place Grinder \| World's '08: 5th Place Grinder / Top 32 (Finished 24th) Main Event Last edited by ~Blazi-King~; 09/01/2005 at 02:19 PM.

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