We've arrived at our first stop in Louisiana. Officials and students at Southern University has greeted us with open arms - over 110 bus riders with toiletries including washcloths, toothpaste & brushes, and soap - allowing us take baths, and freshen up. They've even accommodated some of us who wanted to stretch out and exercise by supplying us with basketballs and the use of a gym.

Our next stop is Alexandria, and we hope to be there by early morning.

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