Hello from Houston

Hello from Houston!  Thank you everybody for your prayers and kind words.  I've been so touched by your sweet comments, and messages.  Take a look at these photos, the destruction has been incredible; I drive down the roads unable to believe what I am seeing.  The poor people of Galveston, Bolivar Peninsula, and Crystal Beach have lost everything.  I feel a little bit grippy over that fact that I still don't have power, then I give myself a little slap, and count my blessings.  Lizzy says that very little is being covered on the national media about what is happening here, but our problems still exist, and we are all trying to cope the best that we can.  It seems that these kind of crisis bring out the best and worst in people.  I have seen great generosity and kindness, as well as selfish, shocking behavior. 

All in all we are doing our best, and our trying to move forward.  The damage is devastating, and will take years to recover, but Texans are tough, hard working folks,  and Houston is a strong town. 

Hopefully the power will be working again at home, until then I only have limited internet access.  Thank you again for your prayers...I truly was blessed and protected, and I am so thankful!

Cherri

   

Comments

[Jenn]

I hadn't commented since I didn't know when you'd be back online, but I'm sure glad that you are alright! I haven't been able to believe the pictures from Houston... Shocking. And I can't, quite, believe that no one seems to care on a national level. If I wasn't worried about bloggers like you I don't know that I'd have any updates at all!!

On a different note I have your PIT gift about half done! Wow, I know, speed demon over here:)

Hope today shines a little brighter then yesterday!

[nicolette]

Oh my dear, I’m glad to hear from you! The pictures of the destruction are unbelievable. Dutch news reporters were in Texas to give updates on Ike’s devistation. I try to imagine my street, quarter or city to be totally wiped of the earth.
Hang in there Cherri!

[Mary Wood]

OMG CherriHow bad it must be for all those people I am glad you are all right its hard to believe that something can happen like that take care hope you get your power back soon.
Hugs Mary.

[Thimbleanna]

Wow Cherri -- so glad to hear that you're ok. I hope you get your power back soon and that soon everyone will be rebuilding.

[Tina in Boston]

Wow. The devastation is unbelievable! My prayers are with you and all who have to put their lives back together. I'm glad you are OK!

[Nanette]

Oh my gosh Cherri those pictures are heart breaking. Horrible. You are right, the news isn't giving it enough coverage. My heart goes out to everyone in your area. YOu have been in my prayers everyday and will continue to be - along with your friends and neighbors.

[Rae]

Thank you for the update and pictures. Please take care.