People have watched their houses collapse or float on down the river. Vehicles are trashed. And let's not forget how many have died due to this storm. And how many have disappeared. Entire towns are just gone. Businesses that served the people for years no longer exist. Many folks are still stranded in the mountains due to roads that have washed away.
Can someone please explain to me why our government thinks a $750 per person is generous? Billions to Ukraine is generous. Free housing, food, medical care and cell phones plus cash or credit cards given to illegal aliens is generous. $750 is an insult.
And where the bloody hell is our government during all of this? Nowhere to be found. A couple of written statements given in 15-minute photo opps mean nothing.
I understand that there is a considerable amount of bs on the internet, mostly to provide clicks to self-serving idiots. I have been following those who are actually doing something to help. Pinball and Patara as well as others have had boots on the ground, personally bringing badly needed food, water and supplies to those in desperate need, as well as working to organize semi-trucks of goods that at this point are nothing if not lifesaving.
The cackling hen is today campaigning with her buddy, Barack. Lord only knows where pudding for brains is.
Many of us cannot do much about the situation in the southern part of our beloved country. Many of us are having a hard time paying the bills and keeping food on the table.
But we can pray. Pray that those in need will get help. That those who no longer have homes will find a place to rest. That those who have lost loved ones might be comforted by God's grace.
I don't care what anybody says. There is power in prayer.
For the love of God, pray for those poor souls.
Vicki, if there's anything the past four years has taught me, it's that we're on our own when the wind machine is beset by bovine BM's. Our "government" has become the enemy, and it's done so using our tax dollars. It's literally a tumor, feeding on those who actually produce something for a living. When it ends, one can only speculate. One thing's for sure though, when Uncle Sam runs out of OUR MONEY, the end WILL COME. Until the and following on, prayer is the answer... May God help us all...
ReplyDeleteYou are so right, Pete...Doesn't really matter what the emergency is, we are on our own. Sometimes I'm not so sure that is a bad thing. Was talking with my daughter today about the work ethic that seems to be going away. The conversation came around to my Dad. In his time, the government gave away block cheese and powdered milk. I remember asking him why he didn't get in line for some free stuff. He replied that once a person takes something given by government, they own you. And he said he was owned only by God.
DeleteMight not be a bad idea to get back to that way of thinking. Provided, of course, that it isn't already too late.
Yes - pray and keep praying.
ReplyDeleteAnd read even comments on trustworthy blogs with a dose of skepticism. My two cents of course. All those knuckleheads want nothing more than to divide 'we the people'.
SJ now in California
What amazes me, SJ, is how many ordinary people are working hard to help those in need while those who should be helping those they govern are just sitting on their hands. A pox on them!!
DeleteFollowing your website and insight for years. Saddened and frustrated by the lack of Federal response to those in dire need in NC. Something is very wrong. I live a short distance of NYC - so much waste and fraud "helping migrants" as we are not allowed to say illegal for fear of being labeled "uncaring". There is minimal news coverage of the NC devestation.....We offer prayers.
ReplyDeleteThose people are "ILLEGAL ALIENS." As far as what anyone else thinks of my terminology, well, I'm uncaring...
DeleteGod knows we have our share of these "newcomers: here in California. Them, and the career welfare bums. I went to get coffee at the local Wally World this morning and found the place closed. Seems there was a fatal shooting in the place and the police were still on-site. All those years of Wally World treating the customer like a criminal and the criminal like a customer are coming home to roost. It's not like people like you and me didn't try to warn them...
Pete...When I check the local news - that mostly features football scores and pride parades - I find the number of murders in the general Minneapolis - St Paul area is increasing by leaps and bounds. Don't suppose that has anything to do with the number of illegal aliens that have been shipped in. Creating neighborhoods the police won't even enter. Insane doesn't even come close to describe the world we now occupy!
DeleteThank you so much for sticking with me. The waste and fraud you mention is the main reason, in my opinion, why those who have lost everything are being ignored. Shameful comes to mind.
ReplyDeleteI am way past caring what people call me. The term is illegal. And they are not migrants. They are aliens. And they broke our laws when they stepped onto our land without going through the process to become citizens. And if the true wordage makes me uncaring, so be it. Seems to me the First Amendment has something to say about free speech!!
I know. I'm kind of ornery sometimes. :) So glad you are praying. I kind of think that's the only thing we have left. Take care.
Georgia. North Carolina. Swing states. No money laundering or votes to be had there.
ReplyDeleteThere is power in prayer. God has said America Will be saved. We must pray it so.
You all be safe and God bless.
True, that, LindaG...And isn't it sad that politics is in any way involved with helping those whose lives have been torn apart. Still praying. God bless.
ReplyDeleteVicky—Jan here in SC. We’re in the Central Savannah River Area. Part of Ga is included. Power is out everywhere. Things are slowly coming back on line but no one should expect things to happen immediately. Thankfully even though we have trees down all over the property there was minimal damage to the houses. My daughter lost her front deck but when you see the destruction a front deck looks like nothing. Our power went out at 3:45 Friday morning September 27. We have generators and everything we needed so we’re doing pretty good. Lots of people aren’t though. One of the things besides water people have been desperate for is ice. There was none to be had. The stores that have opened have a small section of their freezers running and have some now. I imagine it sells pretty quick. It’s been neighbors helping neighbors. Living in the disaster movie is a lot different from sitting in your comfortable chair watching it on you TV.
ReplyDeleteAs bad as it is here I would like so say that NC and Tennessee are much worse. We had a wind event. They had water and washed away. It’s horrifying. We’ve never seen destruction like this. And as I’ve been writing this power trucks have moved onto our property. They have to replace a power pole that snapped and because my son had gotten some of the downed trees out of the way they think they can get the lines strung back up to 3 of the houses. That doesn’t necessarily mean we will have power back but we will be closer than we were. My nephew might not be so lucky. His house is surrounded by trees even though he’s been working diligently to clear things. Yes we’re helping each other. It’s just so much to deal with.
I’m sorry this is so long. I feel like I’ve written a book. I’ve been reading and enjoying your blog for a long time even though I never comment. I’m glad you came out of “retirement “. Lol. Take care Vicky.
Jan...I can't thank you enough for telling us what is happening in your area. Hearing from someone in the middle of the destruction helps us understand. And helps us know what we need to do ahead of an event like this. I realize that in the blink of an eye, everything could just be gone. But we need to try.
ReplyDeleteI am so very glad that you and yours are doing alright in spite of the destruction. And glad it wasn't any worse in your area. One thing you reminded me of that I hadn't considered was having access to ice in a power down situation. Perhaps some empty milk jugs filled with water and frozen might be a good idea.
I am not a bit surprised that folks are working together to get through what has happened. That's the way it should be. I suspect that those who are waiting for some government official to show up with a ham sandwich and a bottle of water are going to be mighty hungry and thirsty! Community and family are so very important, and you are living proof of that.
Keeping you and yours in our prayers. And Jan...feel free to publish a "book" here any time! May God truly bless you and yours!
Thank you Vicki. First let me apologize for spelling your name wrong yesterday. I was real aggravated at myself. We did get power back last night about 10 pm. We have generators and we’re fine but we didn’t have air conditioning. We’re so thankful for fans. I had never thought of ice either and then I was hearing there was no ice in the area. Because we were prepared we had ice and never even thought about it. We’ve pretty much stayed home. There has been some looting in certain areas but not near as much as I thought there would be. One of the linemen my son talked to told him they’re having trouble getting transformers (we all know where those went ) and power poles. Stores and gas stations are opening back up. The first few days people waited in lines for 7 hours or so. I’m so thankful we didn’t have to get out in that mess. It’s not going to be normal here for a long time. We’re usually the evacuation destination. This has never happened here. Not in my 71 years anyway. Or my brothers 88 years. Take care of yourself and keep stacking. I can’t imagine having to stand in line for water. But there sure are a lot who had to……Jan
DeleteJan...Thank you so much for the update. You and your family are an inspiration to many. You were prepared. So many aren't and are suffering because of it.
DeleteAnd by the way...no apology necessary. It just doesn't matter how you spell my name. And for the record, I don't do pronouns either. (insert big grin here)
I am not surprised that the linemen are having trouble getting the parts and equipment they need. We both know where all of that went - and why. I get really angry when I see the government that is supposed to be for the people, bending over backwards to supply other countries and then can't (or won't) help our own. Shameful.
What I am noticing is that most are not relying on government assistance but are doing everything they can to recover from that horrible storm. And I am not surprised. We are nothing if not resilient.
Between the videos I have seen of the destruction and your first-hand accounts of what is happening in your area, I think a fire has been ignited under me to stay as busy as possible. Cleaned frozen chicken legs and thighs from my freezer and they are cooking. The meat will be used to can more meals in jars.
There are countless small jobs that need doing - especially an inventory so I know what to buy. Working on all of that. As well as so many other small but necessary jobs.
I understand that just like a hurricane that blew into your neighborhood, a tornado could easily blow into mine. And now that Fall has arrived, the mind turns to the possibility of winter blizzards. We had better be ready!!
I thank God that you and yours are doing alright. So many aren't. Praying that your area continues to heal. May God bless all of you!
Hi Vicki and Jan , I live on the Florida west coast ... but 20 ' above sea level ...Helene brought a 5 ' surge to the waterfront where I still work occasionally and caused much trouble for friends and businesses ... and now Milton is on the way ! Part of life down here but still very destructive ! Wind can be bad but water is worse ... At times like this it's heartening to see people helping each other and sad to see yet another example of our government evil ... these guys have a lot to answer for ! Prayers for blessings during these challenging times , Patrick
ReplyDeleteHi Patrick. I’m keeping my eye on Milton. State government here is telling evacuees not to come to the CSRA. To many displaced people already. Prayers for everyone in it’s path….Jan
DeleteHi Patrick...So glad the last storm wasn't any worse for your area. And praying that Milton will be merciful!
ReplyDeleteAs far as I can see, there is absolutely no excuse for the lack of consideration from the federal government. How anybody can just ignore the sufferings of so many of our fellow citizens is just beyond me. I now know exactly what evil looks like.
Take care of yourself, Patrick. Please let us know, if possible, how you are when the next one hits. May God bless and protect you and yours!