Things are looking better here at home and around the city too. Clean up and repairs have begun and the city is healing.

Although we weren’t directly affected by the flood, we were affected by the incredible amount of rain we received in just a few short days. The rain either washed away or pounded flower seeds so deep into the ground, many flowers did not come up. The heavy rain also flooded out many annual beds, delaying their development.

Even though our personal loss was minor, we suffered for those who lost so much. After weeks of hell that our town has endured lately, we’re all starting to see some beauty in the terrible aftermath.

This is the berm under the new crab tree. For weeks it looked so stunted but it’s finally starting to leap to life in a huge way.

It’s nice to finally be able to sit on my front porch and have this lovely, calming view. It represents hope again….