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| texdane |
Posted - May 26 2015 : 05:39:06 AM
Hi Farmgirls,
Wondering how our farmsisters are in Texas? Praying for the whole state, and for my family (all in Texas). My dad is okay, their yard is flooded but so far nothing in the house yet. My brother is okay, but was up all night watching. They have no water in the house yet, either, but he says it is bad. (He was a policeman for 31 years, if he says it is bad, I do worry).
So far, everyone I know is safe, but the stories of those beautiful families that are missing is heartbreaking.
How's our Texas farmsisters? Y'all okay?
Farmgirl Hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
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Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters
Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
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| Bear5 |
Posted - Jun 01 2015 : 12:45:13 PM
Thank you for your prayers and for your topic to bring others in prayers. You are just so kind, Nicole.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
| Ninibini |
Posted - May 30 2015 : 1:18:19 PM
I'm praying, too, girls. I can't even begin to imagine what people are going through. God love, bless and protect each and every one! Hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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| texdane |
Posted - May 29 2015 : 1:03:35 PM
Marly, So glad to hear!
Farmgirl Hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
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Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters
Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
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| Bear5 |
Posted - May 29 2015 : 11:47:12 AM
My hubby and I live in Kerrville. We are fine. No high water around us. Thank God! We did get a lot of rain, but today is sunny and beautiful.
It seems the worst of the weather was to the east of our area. Hope all other Texas girls are okay.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
| texdane |
Posted - May 28 2015 : 8:17:02 PM
I hear ya, Karin! Texas will always have my heart...
Dan Rather once said, "You aren't from Texas, you are OF Texas." So true!
Farmgirl Hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE
Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters
Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger
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| craftingram |
Posted - May 28 2015 : 06:59:56 AM
I lived in Texas for years and it is still my heart's home. Praying for everyone there.
Karin
Farmgirl #2708
Romans 8: 38,39 |
| hudsonsinaf |
Posted - May 28 2015 : 04:35:25 AM
It always blows my mind how some part of the world is getting too much at the same time others are praying for some! We are in no way, shape, or form having a drought... but we are dry and need rain. With that said, continuing to pray for the safety of those affected by all the rain!!!
~ Shannon
http://hudson-everydayblessings.blogspot.com/ |
| cajungal |
Posted - May 28 2015 : 04:29:16 AM
We have a break in the rain today. That will certainly help.
Rivers and bayous are still rising and one of the upstream dams had to be opened to release pressure. So, that water will be coming this way.
People are heeding the warnings and evacuating as suggested.
Catherine
Sister #76 (2005)
One of the best compliments from one of my daughters: "Moma, you smell good...like dirt.
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| darlenelovesart |
Posted - May 27 2015 : 7:27:26 PM
Definitely praying for Texas.
blessings
darlene
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by Frances Farmer
Just follow God unquestioningly.
Because you love Him so, for if you trust His judgment there is nothing you need to know.
I trust in you Jesus... |
| ceejay48 |
Posted - May 27 2015 : 7:01:58 PM
Praying for ALL!!!
CJ
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| texdane |
Posted - May 27 2015 : 6:52:14 PM
Hi Farmgirls, Kelly and Katherine, I am so glad you all are okay. My brother and dad are good, thankfully. My cousins and aunt are okay, too. We have family friends of my mom's whose house has over three feet of water on the first floor and their guest cottage in the back is completely gone, but no one hurt. And a friend of mine saw an alligator in her backyard!
I heard the Houston galleria has two feet of water, too. Sad to see my hometown in such a crisis. And my friends in Oklahoma, too! Keeping our prayers with you all down there!
Farmgirl hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE
Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters
Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger
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| notathreatinsight |
Posted - May 27 2015 : 4:24:18 PM
Praying for Texas.
Erin
Farmgirl #3762
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| lovinRchickens |
Posted - May 27 2015 : 11:16:07 AM
Thanks so much Judy.
Farmgirl #5111
Farmgirl of the month October 2014
Blessings
~Kelly~ |
| wildflower17 |
Posted - May 27 2015 : 10:00:16 AM
Praying for all of you in Texas...So thankful to hear you are OK Kelly:):):)
Hugs!
Judy
"Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened"...
"Country Girl at Heart...Blessed Beyond Measure"!!!
Farm Girl #5440
Farm Girl of The Month September 2013 |
| lovinRchickens |
Posted - May 27 2015 : 09:15:14 AM
Thank you girls for the prayers. I am in Pipe Creek and received 8 inches over the weekend and into Monday. But plenty of less threatening rain had previously fallen the week prior. It has been quiet for the last 24 hours now but more is on the way. Just 15 miles North in Medina people are trapped. Just 35 miles to the south in San Antonio people have been without power. I am praying that people in our area will use extreme caution to the water over the roads.
Farmgirl #5111
Farmgirl of the month October 2014
Blessings
~Kelly~ |
| cajungal |
Posted - May 27 2015 : 08:15:02 AM
Thanks y'all for the concerns and prayers.
We're about 30 miles north of Houston. So far, my property has about ankle/knee deep water but no major damage and we're doing fine. My farmyard is awful and I have no higher ground to put all my animals. They're miserable. Except for the ducks!
All regularly scheduled tv programs have been pre-empted by the flood coverage. So, there's a lot to report on. All major highways in and out of Houston have some flooding and closures. Approx. 3000 cars were caught in a flash flood and people were stranded in the flooded road. The cars are still there waiting to be removed.
The San Jacinto river is about two miles away from us and has overflowed its banks and is flooding some neighborhoods. If people were not able to evacuate, they're being told to stay in their homes and be prepared to be flooded in for a week or so.
Even if the rain lets up, the flooding in our area will continue due to the rivers and flooding from Austin, Dallas, and Conroe will be draining into our rivers and bayous.
During hurricane season, the grocery stores usually experience empty shelves because people are preparing. Right now, the same thing is happening. People are preparing to be hunkered down. But, while the shelves are emptying, they're not filling up quickly due to shipments not being able to travel into the area.
Blessings!!
Catherine
Sister #76 (2005)
One of the best compliments from one of my daughters: "Moma, you smell good...like dirt.
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| darlenelovesart |
Posted - May 26 2015 : 2:07:55 PM
Praying for Texas!
I have learned that to have a good friend is the purest of all God's gifts, for it is a love that has no exchange of payment.
by Frances Farmer
Just follow God unquestioningly.
Because you love Him so, for if you trust His judgment there is nothing you need to know.
I trust in you Jesus... |
| hudsonsinaf |
Posted - May 26 2015 : 12:53:37 PM
Praying most definitely!
~ Shannon
http://hudson-everydayblessings.blogspot.com/ |
| Song Sparrow |
Posted - May 26 2015 : 11:55:05 AM
So scary, also in Oklahoma and with the drought in California. We've had some bizarre events on the east coast with strange rip currents and rogue water spouts. Praying for everyone battling the elements!
Peace in our hearts, peace in the world
Amy (Sister#6098) www.danaherandcloud.com
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| DandeeRose |
Posted - May 26 2015 : 08:58:24 AM
I know my cousin in OK has had her garden washed away. I can't imagine how much worse it is in TX! Prayers!
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| YellowRose |
Posted - May 26 2015 : 07:47:59 AM
The river that's near Wimberley crests at 13' ~ it crested over 40'. Locally water is over the spillway at Lake Texoma. Only 4 times since it was built in 1943 has it done that. The lake is on TX OK border.
Southern OK is flooding and TX is flooded in some degree from the OK border to the coast. More rain on it's way. The nearest river to me is The Red River - some 40 miles north. Paris, where I live is water logged but so far no flooding in town.
Have a blessed day, Sara ~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth.
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| texdane |
Posted - May 26 2015 : 05:56:34 AM
Hey Shannon,
It's been raining across the state, but the hill country is hit hard. Wimberley is hit hard, with several people washed away. Rivers are overflowing, water is rushing like rivers where there are none, and the entire state has closed its schools. I grew up in Houston/hill country, so I have been in contact with my family. The news plays on the worst, but it is pretty bad down there. Houston got hit hard last night in a matter of hours. People at a Rockets basketball game were told not leave, roads are flooded, and it is worrysome.
After a long several year drought, nature is making up for herself...all at once!
Any Texas farmgirls want to report? We are praying for you all!
Farmgirl Hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE
Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters
Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger
http://sfgblog.maryjanesfarm.org/ |
| hudsonsinaf |
Posted - May 26 2015 : 05:46:43 AM
Nicole - we do not have a tv and I have no clue what is going on.... rather than searching the internet and finding half truths, lol, I was hoping you could fill us clueless farm girls in... sounds like there is flooding of some description happening...
~ Shannon
http://hudson-everydayblessings.blogspot.com/ |
