I woke this morning to the OK city tornado news and found this on FaceBook from my sister about her daughter and family,
"Sending BIG thanks out to the Heavens.. Gina and her family were spared, the Tornado was all of a 1/4 mile from her house... she said, "everything in OKC was gone" the school, the hospital, the shopping centers and many many homes .... She will call back when they can plug in... Sending prayers to all in the area!!!
and another,
" Was just on the phone with Gina and she and Eddie have no idea of the devistation.. their power is off the they cant drive out,, streets closed or loaded with debree.... it's horrible there! But as I said, THEY are ok!
Thank the Lord!!!! My prayers are with all the families in OK city.
Sending prayers for all who are experiencing this......
The devastation has, of course, imposed an almost intolerable burdon upon a very large proportion of the population and will take significant effort from all quarters to help in re-building lives. I have experienced the aftermath of numerous disasters, such as earthquakes and the like in a rescue/recovery role, and would urge people to give what they can, whether this be through financial donation or personal prayer. However, as Kylasm has said, beware of scams before donating your hard-earned money. If anyone in or near Oklahoma knows of the secure donation detail, perhaps it would be permissable to post this information. Stay safe everyone.
Just had the best 2 hr phone call from Gina... Eddie is out with his fellow CG men and women volunteering around the area.. Bless them for all their help!
Gina told me all she knew, saw and how her heart hurt for all those who are suffering... Homes have signs on front saying things like "Lunch at 2pm".. the people of Oklahoma are just wonderful. They are helping anyone in need and paying it forward!
My grandsons went out last evening (age 9-6-5) and picked up trash in front of homes... I'm so proud of them! Photos to come if her cell service stays up and running..... Water is on today but still can't drink it,, no electric yet but they are doing just fine. Thank you is all my heart keeps saying...."
She also says that her daughter is spending nights with a girlfriend because they do not have electricity but spending days in her home. It's such a great idea to have her boys go out and help so they can learn community service at an early age. When she gets her electricity back and is home she wants to put up a sign to offer diapers and anything else she can manage, I suggested to my sister that she have a sign, "Need coffee" which would be great for all the helpers roaming the streets.