The Ominous Storm

Ominous. That is how it felt as Leif and I drove to the grocery store this evening. There was a storm brewing outside. The clouds were rolling in, lightening strikes flashing and thunder in the distance. It was the perfect setting for what is happening throughout our small community. The feeling in the air clearly depicts our emotions as well. My friend had a Pampered Chef's party planned for this evening. She canceled it. It just doesn't feel right to be away from family and having a good time when our friends, and for some, their family members are out there tonight putting their life on the line to keep us safe. We're all feeling the brewing storm and praying that it will end soon!