Oh the Weather Outside is…

Frightful! Yes, my friends, in Eastern Kentucky, it is devastating. We aren’t too far out from the December tornadoes in Western Kentucky. It’s a terribly sad time in my Kentucky.

Thanks to those who contacted us to see if we were okay. Fortunately, we are a few hours from any of the damaged areas, but when Kentucky is on the national news for something besides the Derby or Basketball, we hear from friends and family.

Remember back in August, last summer, when the Afghan refugees were settling in Louisville? You all came through with donations in a big way for those people. Then the tornadoes hit the western side of Kentucky and my resources were limited but we shared what we had left with them. There were many generous people who did much more to help the storm victims.

This flooding in the eastern part of the state is gut-wrenching. I never even heard of Neon, KY and now, they are literally gone. People have come out in full force to donate and provide assistance. Sadly, the truckloads of items can’t possibly begin to replace the houses, personal items, business supplies/equipment, and those who have perished.

Watching the fires out west has always been scary to me. Fires move so quickly and how they can narrow down the causes is beyond my mind.

I’m not telling any of you anything new, but it sure does put my life into perspective. How many times during the past few weeks have I said, “Damn, it’s hot.” “I’m not going there, it’s too hot.” “We sure could use some rain.” Poor me!

I was trying to figure out why I missed last week’s blog and how to apologize for not posting, but honestly, I don’t have a good excuse and I’m not really sure I need one with the people who know me and read this. It was the start of a rough week. Without going into details, suffice to say sometimes life gets in the way.

TODAY is a new day and I am fine…trying to treasure the last few weeks of summer and starting to work on my fall calendar.

Despite these devastating situations surrounding us, and the feeling of helplessness, we are survivors by nature and we will help our neighbors. Those acts will swell and if we all do our part, however small it may be, we’ll get through this like those before us have. Even in our darkest days, we always have hope. Do you think our Kentucky neighbors will ever have hope again? 

Forgive me for the short and somewhat rambling post…it must be the heat. Love you!!