Tuesday, May 21, 2013

At a loss for words

I will start this post off by saying I have coped with two very frightened
puppies the past couple of days
 
I had promised to share pictures of Rango since she will be Two years
old the last day of this month
so I will begin this post with those
 
 
The dirty little face impossible to keep white!!
I did not think there could be anything worse then Shelby when
it came to the fear of a storm but oh my
Little Rango, she shivers so badly and pants so hard and
gets so scared she gets confused !!! when you put her down she
acutally turns in circles trying to figure out where to go and hide at!

 
these were taken this morning before the afternoon storms blew in
yes it got a little wild today, last night too, we did go to the cellar
last night!
 
 
what are they looking at well it was misting outside and I thought
I would never get them to venture out to do their business
but there were little bunnies out front so they went to see what I was looking at
 
 
The picture I realize is not clear but I could not focus I could not
stand out there long, my foot has been hurting so bad lately
 
There were several little bunnies across this road in front of our
little red house
 
 
What a nightmare yesterday was for me as I stood and watched
the storm moving for my family in Moore
pacing the floor and so Scared!! knowing it was too close
just too close, praying hard and crying out in fear!!
 
It came so close to my mother, just too close
It did not spare my sisters home, she lost everything
she rented her home and did not have renters insurance
so she lost everything!!
But things can be replaced, life can not!!
 
This evening my husband called
before he came home from work! He had just got the news
that his cousins, son in law was killed in the tornado
 
Many prayers, many tears, more prayers
that is what my day has been filled with
 
as many of you I know have done the same
 
My heart aches, Moore is my home that is where I lived
most of my life! I pray for those that have lost loved ones
and I pray for strength for those that will start all over to
rebuild their homes and try to put the pieces together again
 
I am behind for those waiting for orders for that I apologize
I picked my sewing back up late this afternoon, it helps to
keep my mind busy, I will get caught up and start shipping
boxes out again tomorrow, thank you for your patience and
I do hope you understand, I do not handle a crisis well
I fold, I fall to pieces, I think mostly it is the distance and
not being able to go right there and help!! I am grateful tonight
grateful my mother and my sister are ok
But crushed just heart broken for those that lost what can not be replaced a
loved one, something that can never walk through their door again.
Brenda


44 comments:

  1. Dear Brenda, my heart breaks for all those people that have lost loved ones. Even to loose your house and everything in it would be more than I can imagine. My prayers go out to all those in trauma.
    You keep safe, you have a wonderful dog to keep you company.
    Hugs Kay

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  2. I just watched the special with Brian Williams reporting from Moore, with more tears, heart ache and prayers for Oklahoma. Lives lost can never be replaced and the hurt will always be there.
    God Bless everyone.

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  3. I am so sorry to hear about your family and for all those who have suffered from these storms. My heart breaks to see so much destruction and pain they have suffered.

    Debbie

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  4. Oh dear Brenda, Im so sorry you are going through all this and I pray for your loved ones and their families. So heartbreaking for all, know that you and yours are in my thoughts and prayers.
    Sending living thoughts and hugs, your friend Marilou

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  5. Sending loving thought:) Sorry hitting the buttons too fast:)
    Hugs xoxo

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  6. Oh Brenda I'm so sorry. I can only imagine how terrifying it must be to have those so close to you in danger. My thought and prayers are with you and all of those effected by this tragedy. Lisa

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  7. Brenda, so sorry for your loss. Praying for your whole family. We are currently under a tornado watch here in Alabama also. Scary.

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  8. Brenda , I hope you continue to be safe.
    I have been watching the news, and can't believe the devastation.
    Thinking of you all
    Tammy

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  9. Brenda I am so terribly sorry for what has happened and for any loss you have had but what a blessing your family has survived.

    My thoughts and heart are with all of those who have lost family and home to this great tragedy.

    Blessings,
    Sue

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  10. Brenda, I'm so or ray to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sending hugs to you and your fur babies.

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  11. Brenda- Sending up prayers for your family especially sister. Such a sad day. Big hugs! Amy

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  12. Dear Brenda - I am so sorry to hear of your heartache and the terrible losses for your family. Prayers are being sent up for all the victims of these horrible last few days.
    Sincerely, DianeM <3

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  13. I am so sorry to hear about your family and for all those who have suffered from these storms. I am feeling so sad for this..
    Sending you big hugs and prayers x

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  14. Brenda,
    I'm so sorry that your sister lost everything but so thankful that she wasn't hurt. I know you aren't asking for anything but I'd like to make a small contribution to your sister to help her get back on her feet. Please email me at markdonnaharris@yahoo.com so I can get info to you. We're from NW Arkansas so we know how horrible storm season can be and my heart just breaks for everyone in Oklahoma.
    Donna

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  15. Dear Brenda, my thoughts and prayers for you and your family, so so terrible....many tears for the family's who lost loved ones and everything they have.....such a tragedy.......Keep Safe, Francine.

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  16. Our deepest sympathy to husband's family. Prayers for all those suffering, and of course for your sister & mom.

    Blessings

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  17. I am so sorry for your stress and loss of family members. Glad to hear Mom and Sis are okay. We're sitting from afar but still feel the devastation as if it were our own. Stay safe.
    }}Hugs{{
    Vicky

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  18. Brenda,
    Sorry to hear that you and your family have been affected by the storm. It's heartbreaking to see how so many families have lost so much.

    Sending prayers to your failmiy and all those who are suffering from this tragedy.
    ~Kelly~

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  19. Brenda, you have Tim and I's deepest condolences.
    Hugs~Carol

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  20. I'm so sorry for your family's loss, I can not even imagine it all. Keeping you and all those affected in my prayers.
    Is there anything I can do to help?

    ((((many hugs)))))

    Tiff

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  21. There are no words, just hugs to you and yours. Red dirt strong.

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  22. My thoughts and prayers have been with you these past days. Take comfort in knowing you are loved by many, we are here to help in any way we can.
    Connie

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  23. I'm so sorry about the losses in your family. I look at the pictures and can't even begin to imagine what all those people are going thru. My thoughts and prayers to all.
    (((HUGS)))
    Lynn

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  24. I am sorry Brenda. Storms are so scary. Thankfully your Sister's life was spared. I can't imagine the feelings you are having right now. We watched on t.v. with our mouths hanging open. Sometimes all we can ask is "why"? -Steph-

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  25. Big Hugs coming your way Brenda. You and your family are in my prayers along with all the other people affected by this horrible tragedy. I am sorry for your losses. I csn't imagine the pain. Take care of yourself.
    Maureen

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  26. Brenda, I watch with horror in my heart and tears in my eyes at the daily news reports. I am thankful that you and your family are safe, but so incredibly heartbroken for those others. We are praying for everyone there. Stay strong. Hugs to you, LeeAnn

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  27. I can't imagine how hard it was to be far away from loved ones when something like that strikes. Very sorry your Sister lost her things but glad that she and your Mom are ok. Our condolences to your family on the loss of your cousins son-in-law. We are praying daily for the victims and their families.
    God bless,
    Lori

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  28. I'm sending thoughts and prayers to you and all the families in Moore that lost so much.

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  29. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family Brenda. I just can't imagine experiencing such a deadly tornado.

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  30. There are just no adequate words to make any of this better for anyone involved. Please just know that there are people clear across the country who have been glued to the television in shock and feeling so much pain for our fellow human beings. We may never have met but we share love of family, pride in home and when we see someone hurting like that we hurt too and want to do something, anything to help somehow. We will contribute however we can, whether financially, physically, or with prayers or any combination of the three. You are all in our thoughts and prayers now and for the rebuilding to come.

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  31. There are just no adequate words to make any of this better for anyone involved. Please just know that there are people clear across the country who have been glued to the television in shock and feeling so much pain for our fellow human beings. We may never have met but we share love of family, pride in home and when we see someone hurting like that we hurt too and want to do something, anything to help somehow. We will contribute however we can, whether financially, physically, or with prayers or any combination of the three. You are all in our thoughts and prayers now and for the rebuilding to come.

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  32. I've been watching the news in disbelief in seeing so much destruction. Glad your sister and Mom are alright. No words to say other than I am so sorry.
    Louise

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  33. Brenda,
    We are so sorry to hear of your loss, but are very thankful to know that your mom and sister are okay. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers....
    Amy and Angie

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  34. Brenda--I am so, so sorry for your little fur babies. I know mine get so upset when a storm is brewing. There really is nothing that can bring them peace but for it to be over.
    And, OMG, your poor sister. I am just so glad that no one is lost to this. Your Mother is OK, right? My heart goes out to you and your family. I am sending prayers for all in Oklahoma.
    Big hugs!

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  35. Dear Brenda, Please accept my condolences. It breaks my heart for everyone's losses. Many in my own little town have lost much in the floods...but they at least have a place to start, not totally destoried homes. You will all be in my prayers. xoxo,Susie

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  36. Brenda - So sorry about your losses in your family. Bless your sister's heart. How tragic! So glad she and your Mom are safe.

    My heart aches for all of the families who lost loved ones.

    Praying for you and your family.

    Judy

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  37. Brenda, I am so sorry for the losses to your family and for the fear and worry you endured. I am glad for the safety of your mom and sister. Please take care and know that the whole country holds you all in our hearts.

    Sue

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  38. So sorry to hear of your family's loss. Take care, things can be replaced over time, but so sad for the loss of life, that's not replaceable.

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  39. Brenda I am so sorry for all the loss. I know things can be replaced and lives can not but all in all this storm was absolutely fearless and my heart is broken over the losses. Please let us all know what we can do for your sister. As for your husbands relative, I will pray for the family. On a happy note your sweet pups are precious and I know you love them. I am praying and have been thru out all this. God Bless Oklahoma and love to you, Anne

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  40. I am an Oklahoman and though this storm missed me, I have seen the damage and heartbreak. Anne told me of your blog and the family situation. I want you to know I am praying and also finding other ways to support these neighbors I don't know but consider 'friends I've never met'.

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  41. My heart & prayers go out for all in Moore & vicinity. It is tragic what has happened tho God has His hand upon them for sure. We are supporting agencies that will help these people in that region as well as gifts as we can ..... to assist them.

    TTFN ~
    Marydon

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  42. So sorry for your family's loss and those who have lost so much in the tornado. We took an offering at church yesterday and will be sending gift cards to be distribute to those who need assistance. Just doesn't seem like enough after all the devastation. ~Roberta

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  43. Brenda,
    I am so sorry to hear your sister lost everything, but I am so thankful that she and your mom are ok! What a terribly scary thing to go through! Praying for strength and courage for all of those in Moore to get through each day as they begin to rebuild.
    Kim

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  44. Sorry for all the worry these darn storms are causing you Brenda. The loss is unreal for so many. My dog growing up was the same as yours...did not do well with storms and kept us up at night so scared. Wishing you blue skies ahead ♥Lisa

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