Being directly affected by the storm has been quite trying on us, particularly my husband and I and I have been a bit distracted from work and such. Losing our home, and everything we have worked for over years of being together was such a shock that I just now feel like I am beginning to recover.
I could not have gotten through all of this without my family and close friends. Our families took the “bull by the horns” after finding out that everything on our first floor of our home including two cars was gone. What can you say to someone who loses so much? It is similar when you wonder what you say to someone who loses a loved one or experiences a loss of life. In many ways, I felt like I did lose some life. I can be honest and say that it took the spirit right out of me. I thought I was prepared for this but the truth is, you are never prepared.
Three weeks later we are on our way to recovery, along with everyone on the east coast. I can now look through this rubble, although with sadness, and I can say that we are all ok. My family is safe, our son is safe, we have a new place to live for a while,e and I know that as Thanksgiving approaches I have a lot to be thankful for.
At times we all suffer crisis. And as others recover, I am always at the front of the line with positive advice for all situations. This time, I needed my own advice, and finally took it.
Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday.
