Devastated. I can’t believe what I see and hear about the massive amount of devastation that surrounds one of the worst Hurricanes to date, Hurricane Irma. This past weekend I was glued to the TV watching in disbelief what was occurring in our country and the countries nearby. I was personally effected, like many others, who knew loved ones who were either traveling in the South or living there. My personal reasons were many but one that I was most fearful of was our home in Marco Island. When the storm landed on Marco Island, what ran through my mind was how can I piece together our home from afar? How were are neighbors going to rebuild? How will people who can’t afford to rebuild their lives move on?
Surges of up to 15 feet and 25 miles deep off the coast were keeping me up at night. After the hurricane passed, we heard from our friends on Marco that it was “okay” but there was no power or water. We had very little contact with them and several days went by without a word from anyone on how our home had faired. Finally, our neighbor was able to go to our home and see what disaster awaited. Not. A. Drop. Of. Water. The water line was 3 inches from our home!!! I couldn’t believe it! Laughter and relief surrounded us! I was so grateful!
In my good fortune I realize how important it is to help others when they are in trouble. When I look through the pictures of so many people’s lives destroyed, it humbles me! I know many are wanting to know where they can help and making the greatest impact. It can be confusing but I have done some research and hope this link can be a guide for you to contribute to helping the lives of so many who desperately need it. I have also included a website link for you to follow along on the statistics of devastation in the hopes that you will be moved to help… join me in continuing to lift up the victims in prayer and support!
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