It was 12 years ago today we experienced a house fire. It was around 1;15pm, I was in rear bedroom playing games (Chutes and Ladders) and giving the grandkids a quiet time. Jan, Darcie and Caitlyn had gone shopping in Cashmere. There was a knock on the door- a couple teens asked “Mr., Did you know your house is on fire?” I am grateful for those teens- I got my two grandkids out- yelled for someone to call 911 and waited for firemen. Actually, I did try to save the computer, but quickly gave up as smoke and noise rose. I do regret not closing more doors as I exited. I tried to reach the fire with a hose, but it was too short and fire too hot. This reminds me of what is important in life, and also reminds me of the many good people who helped us and we met. Pemco Insurance and France and Company were so good to us- six months to the day we moved back in same house. My daughter and her husband let us stay in their camper which was not only close to the house, but allowed us to visit with grandkids which helped all of us. Our family at Wenatchee First Assembly of God bent over backwards to help, my co-workers were so understanding, and our faith in God gave us strength we needed. I certainly do not know what tomorrow holds for you or I. God has never failed me. 0ur pastor reminded us that Immanuel means, "God with us." If you are having a tough time, do not give up! Don't be Afraid! Luke 1:37 is underlined in my Bible and reads, "God Can Do Everything."
These Four students took time to stop and tell me our house was on fire.
A few of the many cards from friends we received.
So much help and encouragement!
Darcie let us stay in her camper for six months- what a blessing!
We had a memorial service for our bird "Tica"
who died in the fire.
The Cat was ok and had gone downstairs under the bed.
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