Well I have been MIA this week and it’s been NUTS! This is what is going on around in my neck of the woods:
These three pics are from the fire burning in Bastrop which is pretty far south of us near Houston but it has burned 33,000 acres so far.
We have another fire that is about 70 miles North East of us in Cass county that has burned 30,000 acres SO FAR and we have been getting a lot of smoke from that one. Especially in the mornings.
As I was typing this out I found out that we actually have a fire that has rekindled just 11 miles from where I work and it’s getting out of control. Hopefully they can get back under control soon.
Last night I got things together in case something happens around my home and we need to evacuate. I got some pictures, family heirlooms, our birth certificates, marriage license, etc together. I meant to pack a bag of clothes but will get that done tonight.
Fire scares me. BAD. When I was about 8 or 9 we lost our house to a fire. I remember we walked into our house and it was full of smoke. My mom had me take my brother and run across the street to have our neighbor call 911. We watched our house burn to the ground. This week I have had nightmares about watching our house and land just burn up. I’m worried about the house and our “STUFF” because it’s time, money, and memories we have invested but really the only thing I am truly worried about is our animals. I have 2 dogs, a cat, a bird, and pot bellied pig that we would have to move with a tractor. I worry something will happen during the day and we won’t be able to get home in time.
My heart goes out to all the fire fighters that have been working non stop this past week to get control of these fires. I have several friends that are out there giving their all that I’m saying prayers for. It’s amazing to see our communities coming together though taking collections of money, water, food, etc to all the fire departments. Also we have thousands of animals (horses, cows, pigs, etc) that are being evacuated and people are opening up their land and homes to help. Amazing!
Please pray for us in TX. We could REALLY use some rain!
5 comments:
Good grief!!!
That is so scary and your post literally gave me goosebumps! How horrible to have to relieve such a nightmare!
I will be praying for you guys!
Come on Rain Gods!!!!!
Goodness! I had no idea all this was going on! How scary for you. I completely understand your fear about not being able to get home in time to get the animals. :o( I really hope your area stays safe and nothing happens to your home. I can't believe how many acres of land has been burned out there. That is so sad.
I can also sympathize about the fear of fire. We lived with my grandparents when I was 8. One morning I went to school. Then when my mom came to pick me up she was dirty and crying. The house burned down while I was in school. I think that sort of thing tends to stick with you when it happens at a young age. I'm so sorry you had to go through it, too. I know how that feels, unfortunately.
Wow! So sad & scary. Prayers coming that way!!
those photos floor me.
Makes a huge difference when you have experienced loss before too! I can't believe that girl!! I'm so sorry. hope you see relief in your neck of the woods soon!!
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