Well, after 8 lonnnnggggg days, we finally have power. Last Sunday, a "tropical depression" from Ike left our city with nearly 300,000 without electric. It was a long week to say the least. And a very quiet one without the phone ringing either. And, I'm afraid that I've discovered that I have a semi-addiction to the internet and email. LOL I just felt like I couldn't get anything done! Isn't that terrible?
We are thankful that we atleast had hot water, and, being the campers we are, the means of cooking out on our back porch all week. It wasn't so bad. We (I) enjoyed not having the TV going in the evening. I caught up on some much needed sleep. What else can you do when it's dark by 8:30pm? I tried to read by candlelight, but my aging eyes just can't do it.
All kidding aside, it was a pretty bad storm. There was so much damage done everywhere. Trees down. Lines down. And it really took the power company by surprise. Many of them were gone helping Texas. We ended up having help come from all over the place...working 15 hours a day from the time they pulled into town. I think as of this afternoon, they were still working on about 15,000. Today when the power came on the kids and I stood out in the front yard hooping and a hollering for a job well done. It was funny to hear it coming from all over the neighborhood.
One thing we can recognize for certain is that God has used this to prepare us just a little for our move to New Orleans. I know that this was nothing in comparison though. But it was good to see the kids respond with a good attitude. Each day our desire builds more to be down there helping to restore their community and their hope and faith in God. We just continue to pray for his Sovereign Hand over our mission and purpose and that our move date will come quickly, but in His timing.
I am so glad to hear you guys are going to New Orleans. That is awesome!!
I can't imagine going through Ike. We live in Missouri and when it blew through here it even knocked out power in some places. I also have a good friend that is still in Texas helping to restore power. He left a day or so before Ike even hit and has no idea when he will get to come back to his family. But I am glad to hear you guys finally got power and are all ok.
Hi! My name is Deborah, and I want to thank you for taking a moment out of your busy day to visit Home For Him. I hope in some small way that you find encouragement and ideas for not only your homeschooling experience, but also your walk with God.
The Boss ~ Bruce, my hubby and best friend, is a Project Manager for CrossRoads Missions here in New Orleans. He likes to listen to music, watch old concerts on Netflix, play practical jokes and be with family. He also spends alot of time in the Word these days, trying to be the best leader for our family and mission that he can be.
The Serious and Organized One ~ "Bri Guy" likes to read, play soccer, listen to music, build bionicles, collect pocketknives, hang out with friends, go to CBS, and be with family.
The Creative Dreamer ~ "Sissy Lou" likes to write on her blog, love on her pets, rides horses, scrapbook, read, play soccer, be with her girlfriends, and study the Bible.
The Extreme Goof ~ "Con Man" likes to do math, play football and soccer, snowboard, make people laugh, build bionicles, play with his dogs, play with friends, build forts, and go to small group at church.
September 22, 2008 - congratulations
I can't imagine going through Ike. We live in Missouri and when it blew through here it even knocked out power in some places. I also have a good friend that is still in Texas helping to restore power. He left a day or so before Ike even hit and has no idea when he will get to come back to his family. But I am glad to hear you guys finally got power and are all ok.
Mandy