The flood has brought out wonderful willing workers, shoveling mud, organizing and distributing supplies, checking on neighbors. I follow this on Facebook, wishing I could do the same.
But I can't. At 81, with wonky knees and limited mobility, I do best by staying put and not using resources. This is no time to fall and break something.
My Tuesday contribution was to watch Josie and the two little girls who are staying at her house. There is a lot of running and squealing but they pretty much entertain themselves.
Which is good, because it means I can get on with the paid job of editing a novel--100 pages done, more to go.
Along with this, I keep checking FB and sharing useful info as it surfaces. It looks as if supply chains are beginning to function again.
While I was doing this, I was tagged by my friend Karen in a post that spoke directly to me. An on-line auction sponsored by writers to benefit charities that serve our area. One could donate signed books and/or services.
Perfect! I've signed up to donate up to 400 pp. of picky line-editing--which at my usual rates of $5 a page, could bring in a tidy sum.
What can anyone do--who isn't here or isn't up to the physical work? Send money. Madison County Animal Shelter is working hard to care for lots of critters; World Central Kitchen was on the ground in Hot Springs with hot meals and Chef Jose Andres himself. ASAP Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project supports small farms--many of which were wiped out at this season of harvest. Zuma Coffee, a beloved meeting place in Marshall needs help to get going again. Community Housing Coalition is local and helps with home repairs--they will be busy in the coming months. There are many more.
And for the love of FEMA and all the governmental agencies supplying emergency relief--many of which would be weakened or eradicated if the proponents of Plan 2025 have their way, vote Democrat!
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I've seen people complaining about how slow the response is from the government, and, while I understand how incredibly difficult it is for those affected by this disaster, it's really kind of frustrating to read. The federal and state response have been about as good as they possible could be! And there have been false narratives spread about the response from people pushing a political agenda. It has been incredibly heartening to read the stories of all the people and local businesses and organizations who are pitching in however they can to help.
Republican governors Youngkin and Kemp have praised President Biden and FEMA for a "rapid, proactive" response to the crisis. 13,000 linemen from as far away as Canada are in the disaster areas repairing power lines that in many cases have to be totally replaced. I have seen pictures and video of people receiving food and getting clean water from gigantic tanker trucks. trump wants everybody to believe that nothing is being done. That is absolutely not true.
You are doing what you can. I think you've made a good contribution. I hope someone takes you up on it.
Glad whenever you post about links for people to support various services. It's also great that you honor yourself and only give within your limits. I'm able to see Facebook posts and many photos that are just appalling! What a disaster right within our dear mountains and valleys.
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