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Mara's avatar

Thank you for sharing this. I just got cell service back and this is the first thing I decided to read. I live in western North Carolina—where hurricane Helene devastated my area. I’m on day 9 of no power or water and inconsistent cell service. So much of what you wrote, rattles me to my core in the best way. I had no choice but to disconnect due to ungodly circumstances. It opened my eyes. I’ve been so mindful for so many days. Friday morning, my wife and I literally held our heads above water during flash flooding.

You’ve made such excellent points in your most. Self care. Community. Mindfulness. These are the things that will save you during horrific times. My community has kept me going. We are all supporting and caring for each other—even though our towns have washed away and the death toll keeps rising. I cannot stress enough how much community is so dire to one’s mental health.

I am so glad this is the first thing I was able to read this morning. I hope everyone here reads your post and it sits with them. At the end of the day, it’s us who will save our asses—not those in “power”.

Take such good care everyone. I’m glad I’m still here 💕

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Kit Williams's avatar

Oh my gosh! What a frightening experience for you. Sending you loads of good vibes that the recovery is as swift and painless as possible.

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joanneviolet's avatar

Mara, I'm so glad you're still here as well! Sending love to you & your community 💜

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Rachel Small's avatar

Lots of love to you and your community 💕

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Adriana Chupak's avatar

Mara, sending healing to you and your community✨💕 I was on a train heading back to NY from FL right after Helene and saw the devastation…please be safe

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Tyler Knott Gregson's avatar

AHhhh I am so glad you're ok, I am so glad you're ok. I am so sorry for all this, I hope to hear a good update sometime soon. You're magic.

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Mara's avatar

Thank you! Power, water and internet have been restored finally. We are taking things one day at a time. 💕

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