Hey y’all.
It’s been a rough couple of days in Oklahoma. If you’ve missed what happened, the OKC metro has had two days of intense weather. Sunday there was a tornado in Edmond and in Shawnee, and yesterday a massive tornado tore through Newcastle and Moore. Two people died in Shawnee, and as of 9:45 last night, 51 people died in Moore. That number is expected to go up. An elementary school was leveled, and as of 9:45 last night, 40 children in that school were unaccounted for as the mission was changed from search and rescue to recovery.
It’s hard to have words to describe what happened. We’ve seen devastating storms before, but the magnitude of yesterday’s storm is unlike anything I’ve ever seen, and I’ve lived in Oklahoma my entire life, 9 of those years in the middle of Tornado Alley. This is one for the record books I’m sure. My heart is just aching for my state, especially for the people who lost children.
I was at work during yesterday’s storms. Ashton, Haley, and I were glued to the live news feed. We watched the tornado go from a small funnel to a massive, powerful tornado in a matter of minutes. It is unbelievable how huge the tornado was.
One thing that always amazes me is how any time there is a disaster situation, Oklahomans step up to help each other. Reports of strangers helping dig people out of their homes absolutely brings me to tears. Fire departments from all over the state came to help with the rescue efforts. It’s incredible.
Heather, a fellow blogger, lost her home in the storm. I don’t know Heather, but she’s a fellow Oklahoman, and we do whatever we can to help each other! A PayPal account has been set up to help her out. If your are able, please donate!
The Red Cross is also accepting donations to help victims. You can call 1-800-REDCROSS or texting REDCROSS to 90999.
A big thanks to everyone who called/texted/tweeted to check on me! I am continually amazed at the love and support from the blog community, and I appreciate all of the love for me and for my precious state!
Please continue to pray. More storms are predicted for today as well as for the end of the week.
I can’t even describe my reaction to yesterdays tornadoes. Absolutely horrible. I feel so sorry for all those who have lost their children, especially thinking, oh they are in school and will be safe.
I am planned to leave for Oklahoma on Sat to visit my stepdaughters.
Im just so glad you are OK . I know that sounds super selfish and Im heartbroken over everything that happened especially with those children. But IM glad you are OK. love you!
I am so so so so SO sad and heartbroken over this mess and I just can’t even imagine how these people feel at this moment. I’m happy you’re okay and I will continue to pray for OK!
I was thinking about you, girl and I’m so glad you’re ok! I’m more than happy to help heather!!
Glad you’re okay!! The images I’ve seen on the news is just horrible. I can’t even imagine…
It is so very sad. We live about 45 minutes north of Moore but I have friends in that area. Thankfully, they are all ok. So good to see fellow Oklahoma Bloggers offering support.
I am so glad you are ok!!! I was thinking about you all day! I am praying for all of you … I know how hard it is to be around all the destruction mother nature can bring. When we had Hurricane Sandy, I was always humbled and amazed by how quick everyone was to help one another! Be safe! xoxo
My heart certainly goes out to them. I had a niece and nephew in Oklahoma near Moore but they moved recently, so I’m kind of thankful for that. Many t&p’s to everyone’s family and friends in Oklahoma
So glad you and your family are ok. Praying for everyone else. It is just so sad.
I just found your blog and scrolled down to read a few of your posts. What a darling family you have. And you are doing a great job with your photography. I am happy to be following :)
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