This is what the creek looked like at Mom and Dad's house. This was a couple hours after the dam was closed and it had actually receded a bit already.
This is Buckskin Creek that runs along the eastern side of our property.
A view of Paint Creek from the bridge on Route 41.
Good thing we decided to pull up the carpet. We got about half of it up. We'll see if any is salvagable.
This was the measurement around noon. It doubled in the next couple of hours before we were able to get the third pump going.
We are pretty disappointed this evening, but also so thankful for our family and friends who pitched in to help us out this morning. I just keep reminding myself it's all material and doesn't really matter. The boys are healthy and happy and we still have a comfortable and safe house...upstairs!
Corinne:
Have I mentioned how awesome my own mom is? Without her our Mommy and Me lunch dates would not have been possible. She volunteered her time every Tuesday to hang out and babysit our kiddos so we stay-at-home-moms could get a little time away and enjoy lunch (not just eating scraps of PB&J sandwiches while standing in the kitchen) and each other's company. Mom, we love you and really appreciate the way you cared for our kids - THANK YOU!!
