In times of disaster it is wonderful to see where help comes from. In the case of the fire burning in Northern CA, a nearby Walmart has offered a large chunk of their parking lot for people who have been displaced by the fire. Cars, RV's, and tents are all welcomed, and different organizations are bringing food to those in need.
Our weather has been cooler since the fire and smoke block and/or diminish the sunlight! A good breeze is blowing as well, which certainly helps the comfort level. I haven't needed the a/c running for the past two days, but I think that will change by the end of this week when we will go back to triple digits.
I took Rocky for a short walk this morning, and couldn't believe what has happened to the driveway at the nearby school. Construction is underway for a fairly large new addition, and the heavy trucks pulling in and out of the school driveway have really torn it up. It is certainly a hazard for me, and probably for many of the kids as well. The entire street will need to be repaved when the construction is finished!
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ReplyDeleteIt is wonderful to see how just about everyone comes together to help in times of crisis. I have seen it a few times when I spent my summers in the mountains and terrible fires broke out. Free laundry, free hair cuts, meals and parking lots and parks opened up for those who could camp either with tents or RVs.
ReplyDeletePeople are truly wonderful and giving. If only that could carry over into politics. We've had rain and wind so we are dealing with a lot less smoke which is marvelous. We have also gone into fall weather. Have to run the heat at night and its great for sleeping. Hope you cool down pretty soon.
ReplyDeleteIt is good to see. Politics has really polarized people and there is so much animosity. But in a situation like a terrible fire, I'm sure no one cares what the others' politics are, or who they voted for. It is sad to find out what it takes for us to be able to see each other as brothers and sisters, but it's a good sign for humanity that we can still rise above the fray!
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