I woke up this Monday to heavy smoke in the air and ashes all over our garden. Adding to the natural disasters of hurricanes Harvey and Irma, Northern California, where I live, is being devastated by raging fires.
Thank God we are safe. The closest fire was 20 minutes away, and while it was not certain at first what direction the fires were spreading, Western winds have been moving the fires away from us.
But others haven’t been that lucky, and the devastation is shocking, overwhelming, and heartbreaking.
What really brought it home was a charred page I found in our front yard. I realized this came from a book that probably belonged to someone whose house had burnt down. Holding it in my hand connected me to the huge loss felt by so many.
Along with the shock and sadness, I am touched by the concern of people from around the world who are sending their blessings, and by the abundance of love and support in our local community.
I am reminded of how many wonderful people there are in this world.
So stay safe, and take this opportunity to thank someone you love for being part of your life.
I’d love to hear from you, so please leave a comment below sharing your story.
Blessings of peace,
Anna
Anna how frtghtening and sad. I can’t imagine what it must feel like to have a home burn down. Stay safe, Be safe, all of you
I can’t even find the words to explain the sadness I feel with so many terrible things that are happening.
So much loss it breaks my heart..
Now is the time to be greatful for the people we have in our lives the ones near and far.
It’s time for people to let go of any anger or hate that they might be holding on to be forgiving.
Send love out there help people have faith that all will be well again and help any way you can even the smallest act of kindness makes a big difference.
I once had someone do something so kind for me and in a time I really needed it.
It ment so much to me that I will always remember and think of her often.
And it helped me realize that there’s still a lot of good in this world.
Now is the time to come together
I’m sending out healing prayers
Join me .. much love
Thank you Anna
My heart is with you.
Miss you and think about you often. Still practicing some of what I’ve learned to incorporate into my life through you.
Sending love and support.
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Thank you for sharing your experiences. I work as medical care provider in Sebastopol and as I approached the office the sky as black as night even though it was 8am. Ash falling like snow I knew we needed to be there to help.I never knew by the end of the week I would have spoken to so many of my long time patients who lost everything. I felt such a survivor guilt and helpless even though I was helping by listening and providing that “normal” area of comfort. I pray for our community and know rebuilding will happen.