This was written Sept 24, 05 and this is a true story of what happened here in our friendly city

                               R I T A

Rita, Rita, you followed the path of your sister Kate
You hit the coast of Louisiana and Texas with a terrific force
Homes and buildings were splintered, you louse
With the vengenence of a mad woman all nature lost

The courage of the Cajun prevailed
He stood like an oak against the wind and the rain
When the water rose he ran to his perogue to flee

The people of Lafayette took them in
They were happy and content
Here we all had a hand to lend;  
no one went hungry or unclothed

The hospitals opened its' doors
to all who were hurt or ill
No money needed, no questions asked
There was shelter for all

They were not thought to be a heavy load
They were friends in need and we were there to help

You didn't beat us yet, we will fight and flee
And God will be with us thru it all
For we were made strong by the storms of life
and our faith will carry us thru.