2009 Ice Storm
I guess my other blogs were lost in the process of Missy’s file clean up. No worries, there has not been much to write about since we’ve been without electricity for several days. I felt like a cave woman. While being cooped up, Treyton and I have really gotten on each other’s nerves. It was strange to hear total silence, with the exception of the crackling limbs and fallen icicles. Luckily, I was able to paint Treyton’s game room and complete my bathroom. Unfortunately, Treyton got sick from the cold. Our house was 40 degrees inside and it actually felt nice and cozy compared to the outdoors. The gas fire logs are for looks and provide no heat or comfort; however, I am thankful to have had them. Without the logs, we would have been more miserable and would not have been able to cook anything. We were forunate to have warm water since the hot water tank is gas heated.
I’m grateful that we had no more damage to the place than we had. Our house was safe and received no damages. Our swimming pool was hit by two trees; needless to say, it is a total wreck. My chain link fence will need to be replaced and my utility building’s roof will need to be replaced. We spent last weekend cleaning up debris and piling the brush for the city to pick up (when they get around to it). It looks like a war zone. I’ve never seen so much disaster in all my life. It made me realize how horrible natural disasters are….think about the Hurricane Katrina victims. We were cold and miserable, while they were suffering from the heat and water damages. We are never prepared for such incidents. I know that I’m more thankful for my family and friends every day. You don’t realize how much you truly have in life until you have plenty of time to ponder upon those thoughts. Without the pleasures of electrical gadgets….I had loads of time to count my blessings. At moments like this make me realize how lucky I am to be where I am with the one’s that matter most.