— from Josie and Wally Barrow —

We cannot believe how fortunate we are to live in such a caring community!! We want to thank you…so many, who have given clothing, food and other things to us since our house burned to the ground on Sunday night.

Also..and really first of all, we thank our wonderful volunteer Fire Dept.  who were  able to save the garage and the studio. We have also had so many messages of love and concern, and offers of guest houses etc. we are just amazed.  Currently we are staying in a neighbors guest house and are doing quite well.

My reminder to all of you is MAKE SURE  your smoke alarms are working and that you have good escape routes….

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