The storm that occurred on Wednesday afternoon, March 6th,
only lasted about 30 minutes, but the cleanup will be ongoing for days and
maybe weeks. We were without power for 3 nights and on Saturday afternoon were
very thankful to have power again. It was wonderful to take a long, hot shower
and be able to wash dishes and put on a load of laundry.
As you are probably aware, Scot is rather ingenious. He
disconnected the pipe from the end of our cistern and was able to collect water
into pans. We have a gas stove, so were able to heat water for bathing and dish
washing. It took many pans and trips back and forth to collect what was needed.
We were able to wash off in a large basin. We both reminisced about how are
grandparents would have lived. We are very thankful to live in the age of
electricity, flush toilets and water coming from an indoor faucet. (Scot says,
“even if it is cistern water.”)
We have had a fairly typical Sunday here. Scot was called to
the hospital for an ectopic delivery. We had the Meyers’ family, Jeff, Susan,
Jessica and Ethan over for dinner; also a medical student, Leeann. She has been
here for two months, but departs in the morning.
We are well and enjoying our time here. Of course, we miss
family and friends back home and enjoy hearing from you through emails or
facebook comments.
Take care,
Tyronza
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