As some of you may know, our beloved Design Team Leader Robyn Josephs was caught up in the disaster that was Hurricane Helene in North Carolina. Robyn says she was enjoying the storm until the tree….. She says she was prepared and alone when it happened but wasn't ready for 20" of rain, 100 mph winds and no where to go. There was no electricity, water, phone, internet and if you called 911 they hung up. Sounds terrifying to me!
She says that whatever you saw on the news, it was worse.
Needless to say, she has lost a lot, is suffering acute trauma and will not be returning to her home in the near future. She's not sure yet whether her home will be a repair or a complete rebuild. Although FEMA is helping her out, she is staying with family at this time.
Right now she has no extra space for art supplies, but if you have a moment to send her a few words of support, I know it would mean a lot to her.
I’m starting a box with Robyn’s name on it and filling it with arty supply things that might be useful to her. I will send it later when she's settled for a while. We can all guess she has no paper left, pens may not work and I'm betting her Cameo is toast…. I hope her Quietfire dies and stamps survived Helene because they are scare commodities!
If you’re friends with Robyn on Facebook you might send her a message there, or you can leave a comment below to let her know we’re thinking about her.
Big hugs to you Robyn!
Suzanne and the Quietfire Family
Hi Robyn. I know how you are feeling right now. I lost my home and community in a wild fire in November of 2018. The best advice I can give you....let people help you. Not only because they want to, but because right now you need help. Take advantage of any and all programs available to you. Know you are loved and you are in my prayers. When you know what you most need let me know what I can do to help you. Be kind to yourself and take everything one day at a time.
ReplyDeleteThanks you so much for taking the time to share your experience , good sound advice and kind words. It is my job not to learn to take and accept help, as you advise, and surely the will help other to do the same. Thanks.
DeleteHi Robyn…..I do not personally know you, but, I wanted to send you some positive energy and let you know you are in my prayers. I cannot imagine your stress and sadness, but know that people are thinking of you. I live far away in Canada, but if I could I would be there for you!
ReplyDeletethanks so much for taking the time to write and send good energy! I need it! and feel it!
DeleteHello Robyn sending hugs and prayers at this time please know I am thinking of you x
ReplyDeletethanks fo much! it means a lot!
DeleteI am so deeply sorry, Robyn, that you have been through such a horrifying event. I was a child when Hurricane Agnes (1972) affected our area (PA & NY) with vast flooding, and some areas still bear the scars today. Although I was not personally harmed, it still left a profound mark on me. I cannot even image how greatly Helene has affected you. At this time, I can only offer the hope that you will come through this on the other side stronger. When you have a chance to assess your needs, please be sure that Suzanne lets us know what will get you back to crafting. When my daughter, our only child, died, the most comfort I found was in my craft room. I’m sure your creativity will help you to manage your sorrow, too, when the time comes. Please know you are in my thoughts and I’m sending you hugs. 💜 Mary
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