http://fieldnotes.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/03/27/1868350.aspxBy Leo Juarez, NBC News Producer OXBOW, N.D. – It took big, yellow earth movers to get across the floodwaters. But instead of moving dirt, they were ferrying volunteers to help sandbag the home of Robert and Bridgette Startz.  The couple's homeen-USCommunityServer 2.0 (Build: 60608.1)http://fieldnotes.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/03/27/1868350.aspx#1868480Fri, 27 Mar 2009 17:01:22 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1868480Dolly Q. San Francisco, CAThe "can do " attitude of people in North Dakota is no surprise to those of us who were born and raised there.  Concern for neighbors and even strangers in trouble is the norm in this northern plains state.  Bravo and brava!http://fieldnotes.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/03/27/1868350.aspx#1868495Fri, 27 Mar 2009 17:14:06 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1868495CJ, Northern MichiganMy heart goes out to all of you.  Everyone is in my thoughts and prayers.  http://fieldnotes.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/03/27/1868350.aspx#1868580Fri, 27 Mar 2009 18:26:47 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1868580KIH, Lincoln, NEHaving been born and raised around Williston, my heart still belongs to North Dakota. My prayers for my fellow Dakotans & kin in this time of emergency are ever flowing North like the Red.   http://fieldnotes.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/03/27/1868350.aspx#1868622Fri, 27 Mar 2009 18:44:20 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1868622Dale G. Hibbing MNkeep it up!!! as a boy who grew up in Wahpeton I remenber days of sand bagging. The old guys kept saying keep it up and stay strong! The RED will go down. Good Luck!! http://fieldnotes.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/03/27/1868350.aspx#1868640Fri, 27 Mar 2009 18:48:42 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1868640Jane Doe Seattle WAThis gives me hope that the Spirit of this nation has not been completely OBliterated. Thank god For True Americans who are still willing to stand tall stand proud and fight for one another. I just wish other states would follow suit. http://fieldnotes.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/03/27/1868350.aspx#1868641Fri, 27 Mar 2009 18:49:11 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1868641Beadecker, Vernon, NJSet up a donation fund at city hall.  We can't get there physically but can help you later in the aftermath.  We're all Americans regardless of political or economic ties.http://fieldnotes.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/03/27/1868350.aspx#1868679Fri, 27 Mar 2009 18:55:46 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1868679Jennifer S, Salem ORNever give up! Never surrender! You're incredible people living in a wonderful place. All of us who grew up in ND wish we could be there to help.http://fieldnotes.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/03/27/1868350.aspx#1868705Fri, 27 Mar 2009 19:01:28 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1868705Carol Olson Larsen, Edina, MinnesotaI am a former Miss ND who had the privilege of growing up in Fargo, graduating from NDSU, and loving all of what North Dakota represents: great people, hard work, generosity and immense contributions to our country. Thanks to all of your for your commitment to saving our city. Best.http://fieldnotes.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/03/27/1868350.aspx#1868718Fri, 27 Mar 2009 19:04:33 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1868718Rick J Perry MiThey are the best bunch of peoplehttp://fieldnotes.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/03/27/1868350.aspx#1868725Fri, 27 Mar 2009 19:05:12 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1868725Nicole, Silver City, New MexicoKeep striving!  My prayer's are with everyone there.  I may not be able to do my part, but having grown up in Alexandria, MN I wish I could.  My parents and sister are up helping fight the good fight!http://fieldnotes.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/03/27/1868350.aspx#1868758Fri, 27 Mar 2009 19:14:16 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1868758Dave, UtahBeing born and raised in GF I remeber well the floods... I even returned in1997 to help clean up. Growing up there I always took for granted that neighbors helped neighbors... A lesson that could serve the rest of the USA good. Good Luck! I know you'll ull through and be better than before!http://fieldnotes.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/03/27/1868350.aspx#1868782Fri, 27 Mar 2009 19:22:46 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1868782Rick J Perry MiThey are the best bunch of peoplehttp://fieldnotes.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/03/27/1868350.aspx#1868790Fri, 27 Mar 2009 19:27:13 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1868790Carl, Las VegasKeep fighting folks.  Mohter Nature uses this time of year and the Red river to test folks.  I was there in 97' and we got through it then.  Even though I am not there this year, my thoughts are with you.http://fieldnotes.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/03/27/1868350.aspx#1868793Fri, 27 Mar 2009 19:27:52 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1868793Wendell Ballou, Pittsboro,North CarolinaMay God be with all of you.  I will be sure to keep you in my prayers.  No matter what happens, God will never forsake you if you believe in him and you will come away from this nightmare alot stronger.  Stay strong!http://fieldnotes.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/03/27/1868350.aspx#1868890Fri, 27 Mar 2009 19:57:48 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1868890Bill Ocala, Fl.You folks represent the ideals this country was founded on helping your fellow man.  May God blesshttp://fieldnotes.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/03/27/1868350.aspx#1868897Fri, 27 Mar 2009 19:58:45 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1868897Janelle Thompson, Casper, WyomingI am so proud to hear all the people say how much Fargo-Moorhead has pulled together.  It is my hometown and the people there are salt of the earth, good people.  You are all in my prayers!