We all know that right now Hurricane Ike is bearing down on the Texas coast. Please keep everyone there in your prayers, including my cousins, Lisa and Marshall Reid and their children, who live close to Houston. Mom spoke with Lisa this morning and she stated that they are headed inland away from the coast and path of the storm, but that the storm surge is already 18ft about normal level and there will probably be a large amount of damage.
I just wanted to say hi! I was looking around and saw that you live in Vinemont, AL which is where I live. My husband Mike Webb preaches at Beulah Church of Christ.
There was a couple at church services last night that were asking about you. I think their last name was Young? I only spoke to her briefly but Dan was the one they asked about where you were.
I will try to find out their first names. She had blondish hair. That probably won't help. LOL I think daddy talked to them for a while. She told me they were passing through but she hurried off to talk to Bill so I didn't get to ask any more questions.
I remember that I had only been working for State Farm for just a few months when I heard someone in the cubicle next to me say that a plane had just hit the WTC. I thought to myself that it was just a strange accident. Then I heard someone else yell across the office that another plane had hit the other WTC. Many of us ran to the conference room where the TV was on and we began to really see the events that unfolded that day. Many tears were shed. Many lives lost. Let us remember those who suffered and are still suffering to this day.
God Bless the USA!!
I was at FC, walking into the student center when a student (who was known to exaggerate) told me that something terrible had happened in NYC...my first thought was, it's probably not that big of a deal. I was watching the TV in the student center when the second plane hit but building.
I was at home, but packing to fly to CA that afternoon. I was bummed my flight was cancelled, but got over my own disappointment as I learned how many were never going to see their father...or mother...or both ever again. Thanks for the reminder, Lana--I just said another prayer for the families.
I had just walked into the student bookstore at VCU and there were a bunch of people crowded around the tv. I sat down in the common area to study for a French test and couldn't concentrate because they had the news on the giant tv in front of me. After French class, I had to drive to work for the afternoon. I called in and they told me that a coworker's godmother and her sister had been trapped inside the WTC when it collapsed. I couldn't sleep at all that night. I was terrified. That day will forever stick in my mind.
I was in my kitchen watching the Today Show while cutting out a t-shirt quilt for Emily. They showed pictures of an unidentified plane and I thought to myself, that plane is going to hit the buildings.
I was in my car, just about to turn into the place where I worked, in B'ham. I was listening to the radio- when they broke in to annouce the plane hitting the first tower....after I got into the office several coworkers were gathered around a radio in the kitchen and then another co-worker brought in a tv so we could all watch this horrible event unfold. What a horrible day for so many--- one I know I will never forget! God bless those men and women across the country who are still fighting for our safety! May God be with us all and those family who have lost and are still losing their loved ones! ♥
I was pregnant with Joshua :) I was at work at the bank and had just finished up a conference call. We were all glued to the tv for the next hour or so. Doesn't seem like it was 7 years ago.
I was in a classroom full of second graders. A staff member came by and said to not let kids outside because Brown's Ferry Nuclear Plant was under lockdown and they were scrambling govt. planes in the air to patrol. I thought that maybe they had a leak or threat. I had no idea what had really happened until lunchtime (11:00) A fellow teacher was crying and I asked what was wrong, she told me and I nearly dropped my lunch. I barely made it through lunch before I dropped the kids off at PE and then I went straight to the office and broke down. I had never been so scared, mad, sad, shocked ...in all my life. I also watched footage of the two towers falling and still was in shock. Needless to say the buzz was all over the school by the end of the day and we had to discuss it a little. We pulled the map down and talked about where it happened to reassure the kids that it was a long way away from us. That even forever changed my like I know. I have never been so proud to be an american because of the stand our nation took and did not let that horrific tragedy keep us down!
I was at home holding my 7 day old baby girl thinking about what evil the world has in it and here I have my precious bundle. I sat there holding her and cried thinking of the world she has just newly come into.
i was at work without access to a radio/tv at the time, and I remember that it took a long time for me to be convinced it was real. I just didn't believe it could happen
I was nursing my 4 month old baby wondering what just happened. And then holding my son, and hugging him for the rest of the week. I would not let him go.
I know that I have not been on here much lately, but I really don't have a whole lot to say. There have been so many things going on lately, I really haven't had the time to list them all. Doesn't it all seem like time is flying by faster and faster every day. It is so hard to believe that my little Gracie is 3 years old....She still amazes me more and more every day....She is just like a sponge and absorbs everything, so you better always watch what you say...LOL.
Please pray for me and my family as there are several family members going through trials and difficulties at this time, myself included. There are some stresses of life that are burdening me and my family and I am finding need to keep my faith strong in the Lord. He has blessed us in so many ways and continues to do so every day. However, I do find myself straying from His guidance at times, as we all do, but, must find it within myself to stay strong and trust in Him always in my daily life and in helping others. Please contine praying for me and my family !! Thank you!!
We all have struggles and trials. I appreciate you for asking for prayers. That is something I need to work on - asking others to pray for me. If you need to talk or anything, I am offering an ear and a shoulder. [HUGS] Gracie is so precious!!!!!!!!
I will be praying for you. I TOTALLY know what you mean about time passing so quickly. I can't believe my baby is going to be starting kindergarten and my other baby is 1. Crazy. Pretty soon they will be in high school.
Hey Lana! I can't beleive Gracie is already 3-- time does go by too fast! With gas prices as high as they have been- I haven't been able to go down to Sarah's or my mom's as much as I would have like--- but hopefully sometime soon I can get down that way and maybe we could get together for lunch or dinner or do a girls night out! I know what you mean about stresses of life--- all we can do is do our best in all things and leave the rest to God. But, I know this is easier said than done- at least if you're a worry wart like myself!! Just keep praying for all things to come out well- if it be Gods will. I'll keep you and your family in my prayers! Love ya girl- and miss you!
Getting ready to go to GEMS camp on Saturday. Keeping busy with GEMS. adn VBS and all. Dad's surgery went "textbook" as he said the dr. put it! He's just sore. They did things lapriscopically (SP?) and his incision on his stomach is interfeering with his waistbands...they were already too tight he said! He jokingly said that he would have to put on one of momma's dresses to go to church this week. They have VBS at Sumiton. Maybe I"ll catch you later. Won't be at services SUn. Worshiping in Russellville or somewhere close to camp. Talk with you later!
Getting ready to go to GEMS camp on Saturday. Keeping busy with GEMS. adn VBS and all. Dad's surgery went "textbook" as he said the dr. put it! He's just sore. They did things lapriscopically (SP?) and his incision on his stomach is interfeering with his waistbands...they were already too tight he said! He jokingly said that he would have to put on one of momma's dresses to go to church this week. They have VBS at Sumiton. Maybe I"ll catch you later. Won't be at services SUn. Worshiping in Russellville or somewhere close to camp. Talk with you later!
Yes, I was worn out after our vbs- but have re-cooped! Things here are great...William is just a crazy- silly- little man. He keeps us on our toes and keeps us all laughing. They are so cute at this age and a lot of fun. How is Gracie? You all take care and be sure to keep us all informed about the house- have you guys moved in yet?
I'm sorry Gracie still feels bad. Ava kept asking about her yesterday. I told her that Gracie might go to the doctor. Of course, then she wanted to know why? what dr.? LOL I hope she feels better soon! It was HOT at the park!
Things have been good. More time with Terra at home is going to be good for us I think! We miss seeing you guys at Westview regularly. I know that with gas and all you have been back and forth to your moms. We Hope things are going well with you, Gracie and John. Has Gracie been sick lately? Hope she'd over her battle with what she had! Talk with you soon!
They may have announced Sunday that you were out and I missed it. We had them announce last Wed. that you were in B'ham. We had 3 families place membership Sunday. I feel like we will have 2 more families place membership in the near future. Isn't it wonderful! Oh yes, Mr. Daves friend Helen died yesterday. She was the older lady who came with him some to services. Hopefully we will see you Sunday!
I don't really have a whole lot to say, but hope that everyone is having a great day!! Please continue to pray for those who are needing prayers at this time!!
I just received news at work that our State Farm Operations Center in Colorado was severely damaged by the large tornado that hit this morning. Please pray for everyone's safety in this devastation. Thank you!!
ok mom said she wanted to order adn she never looked at the catalog. She and Sofia are coming up Thursday... would that be too late to give you the order maybe Sun? Let me know!
