Hello dear friends! First, we are incredibly thankful that our family is safe, and our house was spared. If you have seen the news, you’ll know how devastated Southern Appalachia is from this catastrophic storm. There is no way anyone could have been totally prepared because this storm was like nothing the mountains have ever seen. It was supposed to track more west, but turned and devastated an entire region to the east. We had flooding and significant damage to our driveway, but that can’t compare to the devastation all around. I’ve shared lots of updates on instagram so be sure to follow there. We have had services all restored, and internet yesterday, and we are thankful for so many who are working hard to get this area back on its feet again.
I’ve linked a video showing what footage I could get, as well as some links I personally chose for anyone who feels compassionate and can donate. This is not a couple week recovery, but will take years. Appalachian people are determined, strong and they will not give up.
Thank you all so much for your prayers and for everything you are doing to help! You are loved:-)
Our little creek filled in with rocks and debris so that it was running level with the house.
Our beautiful mountain creek before…
Here is a video with footage from the storm…
I’ve personally selected these organizations and the local business of friends if you would like to donate to the relief effort:
