After the storm, the sun came out

I am one of the many people on Dixie Clay Road, Bath, S.C., who was affected greatly by the severe weather March 15.

The damage to my property was extensive. Just looking at it was overwhelming, as I wondered how I would get things back to normal -- if ever.

On Monday morning the 17th, I was approached by some good Samaritans in work clothes offering help. They brought in heavy equipment and manpower and went to work, not wanting anything in return but to be a help.

These men were from the Edgefield Baptist Association and the owners of a heavy equipment rental company on U.S. Highway 25 in North Augusta. Not only did they help me, they also were helping other people in the neighborhood.

People do get tired, but I never heard any one of these men complaining. I heard someone ask if they could help him also, and the quick response was "I'll be happy to help."

In a world that is all about "me, my four and no more," how refreshing to see that good Samaritans are still alive and well. May God bless these men for their unselfish work in helping others in their time of need.

Paul Blackburn, North Augusta, S.C.