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Thursday, April 28, 2011

Thanks Bunches


Thanks bunches to all of you who expressed concern for us.

The strong storm system that came through the South was milder by the time it came here.  More than two hundred people lost their lives in the tornadoes and flooding.
 
I have been awake off and on since the wee hours of the morning  and then I cooked {a lot} to work off my nervous energy from all that lightning. Joe is at work and says the roads are in good shape and he has not come across any downed trees.

My flower garden did get watered {2.5 inches}.


Sea Pinks


We are thinking and praying for those who have lost loved ones and their homes in this vast and powerful storm system.


grace surrounds us
Olive

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22 comments:

  1. UnknownApril 28, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    So glad to hear you are safe....but I'm sure it was a very scary night! All affected are in my thoughts and prayers. You are probably going to need a nap soon, aren't you? :)

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  2. SouthhamsdarlingApril 28, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    It said on the BBC news that it was the worst storms you have had for 40 years! Thank goodness you and Joe are safe and sound. That's an unusual photo you have as your blog header now!

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  3. Pam KesslerApril 28, 2011 at 4:02 PM

    So glad to hear you are OK. I saw those pictures on the morning news and just felt so bad for all those people!

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  4. Julie MarieApril 28, 2011 at 4:02 PM

    Glad you and your family are safe Olive... my prayers go out to all... xoxo Julie Marie

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  5. Becca's DirtApril 28, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    It is a somber day in Alabama and all over really. The death toll continues to climb as victims are recovered. I am hearing that they have requested no volunteers come for a couple of days while they are in search and rescue mode. The devastation is unimaginable. So glad that you were spared.

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  6. AnonymousApril 28, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    Hi Olive! I'm so glad you're safe! These storms have been so terrible! I have family in Fort Payne, Alabama and they were hit and a couple of distant cousins have lost their lives! Just terrible.
    It's comforting seeing your precious little blooms. We don't understand why all of this happens but I know God is in control.
    Blessings,
    Shelia ;)

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  7. MollyApril 28, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    Olive - I've not heard the news so didn't know about the storm, So glad that you are both safe. It sounds horrific!

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  8. The Boston LadyApril 28, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    Olive so glad to hear you are safe. How tragic that so many have died from these awful storms. Hope you get some good rest tonight and that calmer days are ahead. Ann

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  9. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleApril 28, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    Olive, we were spared, too. Only a little rain here and wind. Such devastation everywhere. It was north and south of us on the radar and we were in the clear. We stayed up till 1:30 to see if all was safe to go to sleep.

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  10. RazmatazApril 28, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    The weather is crazy. It was windy here today in Toronto and a massive tree fell on my neighbors bhouse shattering the roof and windows. She was home with her child, but was unharmed and very shaken.

    I am gald you guys are ok. Prayers to all those who have lost lives and loved ones in this recent bad weather.

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  11. MaryApril 28, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    We were awake from 2am on when that system came through, scary but it had lost some it's steam by the time it got here. The devastation I've seen on TV boggles the mind. Glad you were safe & thinking about those with damage from the tornadoes~

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  12. Sunny Simple LifeApril 28, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    Glad to hear you are safe and well. So many were not so lucky. Breaks my heart.

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  13. Low Tide High StyleApril 28, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    So glad you are safe and sound. My heart goes out to those less fortunate!

    Kat

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  14. GailApril 29, 2011 at 3:58 AM

    Hi Olive, so glad to hear that you are safe. My prayers go out to all who has lost lives and loved ones.

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  15. LieslApril 29, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    So glad you are OK. I am thinking and praying for all the families who have lost loved ones and homes...

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  16. Gracie's CottageApril 29, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    Glad you are safe...it's heartbreaking to hear of so many losses.

    Jan

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  17. Blooming Rose MusingsApril 29, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    So glad to hear you are safe and sound. What terrible storms. My sister had a few trees down but no other damage. This has been such a rough year in the south...first snow and now awful storms. My prayers are with all.

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  18. MelissaApril 29, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    I am glad that you are both well and sorrowful for those who've lost so much.

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  19. LindyLouMacApril 30, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    What really terrible storms, so good to know you are safe :)

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  20. AnonymousApril 30, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    That's good news, Olive!
    We've had lots of flooding here and tornadoes, but were personally unaffected.

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  21. UnknownMay 1, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    you are so right, Olive.
    Grace does surround us. How sweet of you to worry so about others...

    Karen

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  22. oldgreymareMay 3, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    So happy to read you are alright. The weather is so odd and frightening. From what I read and watch we can expect more of the same from now on..

    xx
    z

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I adore your comments. They are like finding unexpected chocolates. olive

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