As we stepped outside we noticed it was "snowing" ash. Some pieces were tiny, others were entire small leaves that dissolved with a simple touch of our hand. As we stared up at the sky in disbelief and anxiety, the boys ran out in the field catching ash in their hands as they would snowflakes. Their eyes shone with excitement as they would bring me a beautiful leaf on their palm which would magically dissolve with a tiny touch.
Watching those two little boys of mine, just living in the moment and enjoying nature's spectacular if deadly show, helps me keep things in perspective. I know many families are without their homes today in Texas (over 1500 at last count) and many more forced to evacuate, hoping to hear something about the safety of their home. I know many people in Texas are in a constant state of anxiety, even if they don't live by the fires because our entire state is so dry. Please be safe and hold your family and friends close. We will get through this.
