Gone
We discovered yesterday afternoon that our apartment home was lost in the Black Forest Fire. It’s one of hundreds of home that were destroyed in the last couple of days. We had been preparing ourselves for the news but it was still hard to hear.
I worked cleanup with Samaritans Purse after the Waldo Canyon fire last year and I know how unlikely it is that we will find much in the ashes. So, Becca and I are thrust into a new phase of life. We have a few things in boxes and suitcases and everything we own fits into our two-door car.
We have renters insurance, and we are beginning to work on the claim process. We are mostly trying to keep our hearts uplifted right now by taking time to talk to each other and be with some friends.
Everyone we know has reached out and offered support in some way. I wish I knew what we even need in the way of material help right now. We are going to have to find and do so many things that it feels overwhelming and frustrating right now. But, God has really shown up in the people in our lives. We are surrounded by so much love and kindness and sympathy. Thank you all. I will try to keep this blog updated and coordinate help as we figure out what we need.