Panic has set in throughout South Carolina. All of the gas stations in Liberty are out of gas now and most of the one’s in Easley are empty. Daniel and I found a place last night but they only had premium left and I actually paid $3.29 a gallon.
It’s weird to watch all of this happen. I’m crawling into bed late because I’m watching the Katrina coverage and I’m getting up early because I want to see what’s happened down there over night. Fascinated. In awe. Scared. Overwhelmed.
I feel as though I’m watching one of the most important historal events and my heart is going out to those people right now. Daniel and I sat last night and pondered what it would be like if The Valley was destroyed, if Easley was gone and if we had no idea where each other had last been. Pastor Jeff mentioned last night that there were most likely small congregations all throughout the area on the coast that were completely wiped out. If only I could give all that I have. I keep looking at all the clothes and blankets and food that I have and the tears just rush to my eyes.
I know one thing for sure. It’s amazing how all the petty things that bothered me a few days ago are suddenly dim. My eyes are focused on things that matter now and my heart is in prayer for so many.
May the Lord hold each one close and may His name be honored even through one of our nation’s worst disasters ever.