Stuff I Forgot Yesterday

Well, in all my gabbing yesterday, I totally forgot the anniversary. I guess that was actually a good thing.

Two years ago yesterday was the Hendersonville/Gallatin tornado--the day we'll always remember. Obviously we didn't go out to celebrate Zach's birthday as we had planned. We instead sat in traffic trying to get into Gallatin to get home, then finally wormed our way there, only to have a police escort to our front door, completely kicked in, with the Emergency Management tic-tac-toe marking on the house, designating that it had been checked for injured or trapped people. We used an officer's flashlight to see to grab overnight clothes and valuables, then searched the county for a hotel room. Thus began the six-month journey through packing and moving, dealing with insurance adjusters and contractors, and our move to Hendersonville--all amidst tremendous blessings. God is good! We weathered it fine, though seeing tornado damage on TV still sends my heart to my throat.

Yesterday Natalie had an interview for a possible new job with a local doctor. It is a temporary maternity leave position that could possibly go permanent. The plus would be the Hendersonville location and that she'd then be trained for medical office work and could have experience for work elsewhere. So we're hoping it will be!

On our hearts tonight is Gordon, our friend from church who is losing his battle with cancer. We sort of knew who he and his wife were, from the choir, but weren't really acquainted. They came to us just after the tornado to offer their contracting skills on the house repairs. Just out of love, they gave their time and helped us avoid scams or anyone who'd try to take advantage of us. Anyway, he's in much pain and they don't expect him to last much longer. I've never seen such a servant!

I am thankful tonight for many great friends who continue to lift me up when I need it! I so appreciate them!

Later!