CARNIVAL TRIUMPH

Urine and fecal matter everywhere, very little food and water, people forced to help infants and the elderly, no electricity, poor communication from the people in charge, people having to fend for themselves, no phone service, little hope of outside help, government won't step in, a feeling of isolation, rumors flying, danger everywhere, living in a tent city, sickness and disease, coughing and choking on the stench, confusion, despair, misery, crying babies, thirst, greed, promises of support that never materialize, exposure to the elements, no simple conveniences, lack of privacy, despair, prayers unanswered, undernourishment, tainted food supplies, flies, insects, scrounging for food.

In short, a miserable situation.

That describes the realities of being poor. In fact, half of the world's population lives on less than $2.50 per day.

Now, let's talk about the Carnival Triumph.