Monday, January 28, 2013

A post i never thought i would make.

 It's amazing how quickly life can change.

One minute i am replying to a message on facebook, and the very next minute i am standing outside watching my house burn down.







i am so completely drained physically, mentally and emotionally and do not have the energy to write out the story yet, but i will as i process things.

What i do remember is how it felt like an eternity before the fire trucks came, how i grabbed my computer, and a few other electronics that had been setting at the table because i was afraid of water damage when they put the fire out. Never in my mind did it occur to me that they wouldn't be able to put it out and that the fire would consume everything that we have spent the last 13 years building.

 The support from the community, both local (Indian Valley) and online has been incredible. This has been the hardest thing i've ever been through, but also an incredibly important learning experience.  It's funny how when you have a house full of stuff, there is always something you need.  Yet when you find yourself with nothing, you realize you need very little.  We are all safe, we are all okay. That is all that we need right now. i can't even begin to express the gratitude i have for the neighbors who showed up to help us, who donated clothing, and animal feed. For the online Art Glass community and Hippie Mama Craft communities that have come together and shown us more love and support than we ever could have imagined.


As you can imagine we are completely overwhelmed right now just trying to find temporary housing, dealing with the insurance company all while trying to create some sort of normalcy for our children.

Our family created a page with a list of immediate needs, clothing sizes, and contact info.  The page has also become a place where the Art Glass community and Hippie Mama crafters communtiy have come together to list many fabulous auctions to help raise money for our family. https://www.facebook.com/groups/521865481179484/522348181131214/

There is also Chip In Fire Fund that was set up by my friend Kate Prejean.
http://tiemeyerfirefund.chipin.com/tiemeyer-fire-fund

Team Auction to raise money for Kenan and Tree was set up by Jenna Michelle Kidd.   It is an online fundraiser event running from Jan. 23- Jan. 3.  The page is hosting lots of fantastic handmade craft Auctions that were  put together by some amazingly talented artists.   https://www.facebook.com/events/145811905574451/



My good friend Jaime also created a page with information and support.  https://www.facebook.com/TreeTiemeyerAndFamilyHouseFireDonationSite

It has been completely amazing and life changing to see so many people come together to help our family.  i am truly at a loss of words, 'Thank you' just doesn't seem to express the amount of gratitude we feel.  We have been forever changed by this experience. Once we are back on our feet, we will be making a very large effort to 'pay it forward'. 

i will be blogging each step as we slowly begin to rebuild our lives again. Thank you all so much for your continued love and support. 

17 comments:

  1. OMG - what terrible news! Thank god you and your family are all safe and well. You built a paradise before...you can again. Love and hugs from France http://moncoeurestdanslacampagne.blogspot.com

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  2. Thanks so much for blogging again!! I know it is hard for you, but means you are taking the first step forward!! We love you all and can't wait to give you guys big hugs in person!! Let me know if there is anything else I can help with!! ~Shawna

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  3. It is so good to read your blog, not for what happened but because you are sharing your life with us again. We have journied before with you in your life, through your posts and pictures, and you know we will be with you guys as you rebuild and move forward in this adventure, deffinately not one we would ask for. I went out and bought yarn to warp my loom and weave another shawl so when it is done you can wrap it around your shoulders and feel the hugs from Mich till we can hug in person. Love, MaMa T

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  4. You are handling this with such grace. You and your family are in my thoughts as you start to rebuild your lives.

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  5. I don't even know what to say! OMG! I am so glad everyone is safe. As someone who "started over again" a few years ago, I can tell you that it is not as bad as it seems right now. This minute you are stressed and focused on immediate needs. You will have to grieve for what is lost--I know people will tell you, and you will tell yourself, about "counting blessings" but you will also grieve. But then, you will find that your new choices are...more mature? more practical?...I'm not sure what to call it, but it will be a good thing. Hang in there.

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    1. Oh no! I'm so sorry for the loss of your home. Sending positive energy your way. Like what Beth said,while it is of course paramount that you are all okay - thank goodness! - please know that even the loss of "stuff" must be grieved. Be sure to let yourselves do so. It is part of the process.

      Hugs...

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  6. I've been thinking of you so much. Sending love and hugs.

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  7. I normally don't post comments but I wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you! I'm so sorry this happened to you. {{{hugs}}} I look forward to reading your updates. Good luck!

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  8. All I can say say is you are so brave and I pray that strength upon as you move forward after this tragedy. Please let me know if there is anything special you can think of that you and Keanan or the children might need or any store that you like to shop Target,Walmart,etc..Love you Tree

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  9. All I can say say is you are so brave and I pray that strength upon as you move forward after this tragedy. Please let me know if there is anything special you can think of that you and Keanan or the children might need or any store that you like to shop Target,Walmart,etc..Love you Tree

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  10. All I can say say is you are so brave and I pray that strength upon as you move forward after this tragedy. Please let me know if there is anything special you can think of that you and Keanan or the children might need or any store that you like to shop Target,Walmart,etc..Love you Tree

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  11. Aha, I finally figured the phone out. everyone is pulling for you because of the beauty you bring to the world. we just want to see you get back in to that groove. the amazing response you got from everyone is our pif to you. love ya. val

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  13. I'm really sorry about what happened...It's one of the truly frustrating things in life. However,I'm sure you'll find the strength to rebuild your lives and maybe you'll make an even better home with your talent.Be optimistic! Besides, you have such good friends beside you!

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