My niece called earlier this afternoon. She had been unable to use her cell phone because of the lack of signal in the area where they were staying.
I continue to be amazed at how strong those three are...when I know what I see on TV - on nearly every channel...and I begin to see more of just how huge and terrible this was...and the three of them are just so strong.
My niece told me that her cat was so good during the whole thing. Not the most personable cat in the world, I was sure she would have bolted at some point. But she was so scared that she stayed still enough for Cassie to hold her throughout the tornado and then for about four hours after...until they were able to be in shelter. The cat lover in me is grateful for that.
My sister, whose birthday was yesterday (some present, huh?) thanked me for the angel I sent her. It was a wooden angel I bought up in Amish country on my mini-vacation. She told me it looked great on the front door...if only she knew where to find the front door. We had given Lori a rough time over the lack of a birthday wish list for this year. She told me this afternoon that if she could just find a piece of paper, she had lots of things she could ask for now.
I don't know a whole lot more than that right now and want to be sensitive to them about what I do write...since this isn't my own life I'm spilling here. Please do continue to pray for them though. As that death toll rises, I just think of the people that didn't make it...people they probably know. And there's just the whole uncertainty of what is ahead...where to go...what to do. Very difficult.
As I find out more information that is okay to share, I'll post again.
3 comments:
Although you didn't specifically say this in your blog, I continue to be amazed (although I shouldn't be) at the hope that God gives his children during a crisis. I'm sure your family will have, "Oh my! What are we going to do?" moments like we have, God gives a peace to handle whatever circumstances we face during times of distress.
Bekah,
I had no idea about this as I took a Friday night/Saturday news break.
I am so sorry that your sister and family lost their possessions, but I am so thankful that they are safe and sound...all that truly matters. I can't imagine trying to sort through the rubble for the remainder of their possessions and my heart and our prayers go out to them. Let us know if you (or they) need anything. I have lots of extra stuff lying around that might come in handy in a situation like this. Seriously, please let me know if we can do anything to help.
Amy - Until this morning at church, I don't think my mind could move past the hurt to think about the hope and grace. We had the most PERFECT songs this morning to remind me of that and God sent Olivia to sit with me so I didn't have to be by myself...it was perfct. You're so right.
Christina - I almost called you yesterday but decided not to bombard you with bad news. I will absolutely let you know...as I hear and as they know what they need. It's such a daunting task...but then, that is God's specialty!
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