Thursday, April 28, 2011

Prayers Please

In the devastation of the tornadoes in Alabama is my brother and his wife.  I heard from his daughter, my niece, that a tornado hit 600 yards from their house.  There was a tree across their driveway, someone's roof in their backyard, and debris everywhere.   They had no power, water, or telephone.  

First I was grateful that they are OK.  Then I started to consider the fact that they are both in poor health, a day in that situation could be more than either of them could physically or emotionally take.  I asked my niece for an update, via facebook.  

Her latest update said they ate lunch, and at which restaurant (seriously?), and that they have a game plan.  No details about whether they are staying in the house or whether they have power, water, and telephone back.  I hope I will find out soon.  

I am so worried about my beloved older brother and his wife.  My sister-in-law since 1967.  

I know there are others in much worse situations and I am praying for them.  But I can't help but be worried about my brother.  

Prayers are appreciated.  

Thank you and God bless you.

9 comments:

  1. Prayers, absolutely. These storms are the worst I can ever remember and the loss of life is astounding. They are fortunate that they got through this but there such a long road to recovery for so many hard hit areas.

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  2. It is incredible. I have business with people down in Huntsville and I'm wondering if they're all safe. I got an email from one of them who said his house was damaged, but at least it did not sound devastated. I pray for your family there Mary-C and for all those effected or perished.

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  3. My aunt and uncle live in Huntsville. My mom was going to check on them. Since I haven't heard anything that's a good sign

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  4. Thanks Kathy and Manny. I heard from my niece last night. They are staying in the house - with no water, power, or phone. The power isn't expected to be back for 6 days! I am so worried about them. They are both in their 70s and not in good health.

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  5. Prayers for you and yours,and all who who have been devastated by these storms.

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  6. It should be warm enough not to need heat, but I hope they have flashlights and they can get food and water down to them. It is absolutely stunning when you see the damage. I still haven't heard from anyone else down in Huntsville. Prayers for all those across the country affected by the tornados.

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  7. sorry to read this late Mary. I will pray now. not back blogging yet, prperly.thanks for stopping by, my blog and prayers, for Jane. sorry. ros.

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