Yesterday’s post reminded me of two years ago, when we were down here watching the maps and briefings of the fire threatening our land. In my May 1st post, I Know How to Pick ‘Em I wrote,
Andy said,
I wouldn’t mind being ten or twenty years younger so I would have more time to rebuild.
He’s handling it well, but I’m not surprised. When I got married I was marrying for life and wanted someone who would wear well. Yep, I know how to pick ’em.
We lost some of the trees Andy had planted after the 2011 fire, but the house, shed, etc. were fine. The fire fighting crew not only fought the fire, they tried to keep us informed and sent this picture of our house on May 5th:
How impressive is that?
We were allowed back in exactly two years ago, on May 17. Here are three pictures:
There are a lot more in this Flickr album.
May 17, 2024
…you are hardy souls. Fortunately fire isn’t a big issue here. Take care and be well.
Thanks. 🙂
So thoughtful on the part of those firefighters!
Even 50 years ago, theirs is a job I sure couldn’t/wouldn’t do.
Me either! We are grateful.
so very sad all those trees are gone and quite amazing the house still stood. thanks to the firefighters. I am off to look at more photos. you chose well, so did he…
Most of the trees burned up in the 2011 fire. These were some of new ones that Andy had planted since then.
Praise God no one was hurt.
We owe so much to the bravery and courage of fire-fighters and all others who protect us.
God bless always.
Thank you, I agree. 🙂
They are so brave, and also thoughtful!!
Yes. 🙂
Those fires are always so mean and scary.
It’s part of the ecosystem here, but they’re hotter now because fires were suppressed and the forests are too crowded. And, of course, because of the droughts.
How wonderful for them to keep you informed. I think you each chose well!
We were impressed by that picture on top of everything else.
When I got married I was marrying for life and wanted someone who would wear well. Yep, I know how to pick ’em. Loved, that. That was my intentions as well but it didn’t work out so well for me. You did indeed pick well.
There are no guarantees, unfortunately. 🙁