Hurricane Ike has served to remind me how little control people really have. 

Last night, I was able to witness a stunningly beautiful sunset.   (This picture was taken last night at the Flying Ace Ranch, which is on Rock Prarie Road East, in College Station, Texas. )   

 Sunset at the Flying Ace Ranch on the eve of Hurricane Ike

 This morning, I awoke to the sound of pelting rain and hurricane force winds. 

 Rain from Hurricane Ike

The Houston area, East Texas, and so many others are dealing with flooding, downed trees, power outages, and potential tornadoes.  It is humbling to realize that although we have figured out how to travel in space, we can not stop the weather.  We can try to minimize damage, but we can not prevent the damage.

My thoughts and prayers are with all those who are affected by the devestation from the hurricane.  Ialso pray for the safety of those who are still in Ike's path.  Just remember, people are more important than things.    

"Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal.  But, store up for yourselves treasures in heaven,.....For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."    

 Matthew 6:19-21 

 

   

 

Photographed,

written and posted by

Sondra Meyer CPA/Real Estate Broker

United Country Brazos Valley Realty

1275 Flying Ace Ranch Circle

College Station TX 77845

979-575-2700

  

 
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13 Comments on People versus the Elements

SEP
13
2008
583,231 Points 62 Featured Posts Outside Blog

Hi Sondra. As always your photos tell a story all until themselves even before I read your words. I am so glad you are safe and made it through okay in your area. Your verse from Matthew is one of my favorites pointing to the true treasures in life, like the very good people you meet in life.

4:22pm • #1
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Sondra - Very beautiful sunset photo and I am glad that you survived the storm. I really don't think that cities and homes where designed to be built close to the ocean. There have been storms since the beginning of time. Although I love the beach and would love to have a home ocean front. I know that there will always be consequences.

5:41pm • #2
124,866 Points 3 Featured Posts Outside Blog

The sunset photo is beautiful.  Thank you for sharing.  I hope you and your loved ones are safe.  Nothing is going on in the D/FW metroplex.  My heart is breaking for my friends in the areas affected.

6:31pm • #3
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Glad to hear you're safe and sound Sondra! The photos really are wonderful - once again, thank you for sharing this gift with us.

8:46pm • #4
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Sondra - Glad to see that you are safe and sound! It seems that the hurricane hit full force without thought of who was in the way. What a beautiful sunset that you captured!

8:48pm • #5
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14
2008
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The problems from the hurricane are just beginning. My son who works in Houston said it will be as much as two weeks before he gets electricty. I hope everybody pitches in to help.

10:49am • #6
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I am so very thankful you are safe, my friend! I've been busy this weekend, so I need to check on a few more Texas buddies. I was watching the storm, and it looked really terrible. You are so right...an act of nature will quickly remind us that we are far from being in control. GBU, Sondra!

7:09pm • #7
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Sondra, that is a stunning sunset. I am glad to see you are doing well and are safe. I am looking forward to playing a lot more phone tag with you. Enjoy your evening. Love, C.

9:21pm • #8
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Good post Sondra,  My brother is still out of power but completely safe, Praise God!

9:33pm • #9
OCT
05
2008
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Sondra, I hope you survived Ike okay.  We are slowly getting back to normal.  I hope you are okay as I have not seen you posting for a few weeks. 

8:29pm • #10
OCT
12
2008
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The photos are a powerful reminder - the scripture one of my favorites and guiding point for my life..:-)

2:59pm • #11
NOV
19
2008
411,889 Points 21 Featured Posts Localism Sponsor Outside Blog

Sondra, It has been several months since you have posted; I hope you are okay.

8:15am • #12
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15
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Great photos. Hope to see you back on soon. 2009 is ticking away and your posts are great.

10:49am • #13

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