Tornadoes in Alabama

We are safe. We don't know the damage done yet, but all of our family is safe and has no major damage. My Aunt Wendy said that she knows of people who lost their homes by word of mouth, but that's probably all we will know until daylight. I just wanted to check-in. Praise God he has protected us once again! I will never take that for granted again! The kids and I stayed in the hallway with a mattress underneath and a mattress over our heads! I'm not sure that I have ever talked to so many friends and family members on the phone at 3 AM before. I just got all of the kids back to sleep, poor babies, Maddie was absolutely histerical. It is very REAL to us still. I've had 1 hour of sleep so I'm headed to bed. I'll be praying for those who have lost property, and praying that this didn't take any lives. Blessed. xo, Sam

P.S. Just got the news that someone in our area was killed. Praying...

Comments

Dawn said…

Sam, I just now heard about the tornados and instantly wanted to pick up the phone to call to make sure you are all alright. But after reading your blog i decided right now sleep is much more important for all of you and now that i know you are all alright I will rest easier. Please call me later today when you are rested. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Great Big Hugs!!!!

January 23, 2012 at 8:12 AM

Jan M said…

I am so sorry that storms have once again caused damage in your area. I am so grateful that you and your family are safe, and my prayers are with all in the storm's path.

January 23, 2012 at 8:37 AM

Dawn said…

my heart goes out to all of you! we had a tornado touch down right down our road last june-houses just gone-so unbelievable! my kids never liked bad weather but are nervous wreaks now when it gets the least bit windy. so glad you are ok and so sorry you had to go through it. my prayers are with all of you.

January 23, 2012 at 10:56 AM

Laurie said…

I'm glad to know you are all safe. Praying for those in harm's way.

January 23, 2012 at 6:24 PM

jenn said…

The storms were bad here Monday too, the south has been pummeled. I think y'all are having more tonight. Stay safe! It is so hard for children and pets..

January 25, 2012 at 8:34 PM

Goosegirl said…

Oh my. I am so glad you are all safe. It must have been so scary. Big hugs and prayers being sent to you.

January 26, 2012 at 12:08 AM

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