tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19406729577655707.post2689381480016850225..comments2024-02-24T10:53:12.263-08:00Comments on My Old Historic House: Another Flood Update.Richard Cottrellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13055636542951753310noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19406729577655707.post-40094412347607019472013-08-15T10:29:45.762-07:002013-08-15T10:29:45.762-07:00Despite what happened to your town and to your sho...Despite what happened to your town and to your shop, you can truly say that there is still good in this world. Those who helped barricading the town with sandbags did a good job. And everyone who gave them food to eat were all kind enough to appreciate their service. Onto your basement, I believe you'd need a professional to have a look-see and explain what needs to be done to bring back its good condition. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.morefloods.com/" rel="nofollow">Yang Farnham @More Floods, Inc.</a><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18203247394903637316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19406729577655707.post-44734408740585268572013-05-02T23:59:14.898-07:002013-05-02T23:59:14.898-07:00I've been away, but just checked in to see wha...I've been away, but just checked in to see what you've written lately in your lovely blog. I'm so sorry to hear about the flooding and how hard you've been working to avert disaster.<br /><br />Your stories about the National Guard and prisoners touched my heart. You have a real gift for getting to know people, to find the best in them. <br /><br />I hope you can get the basement cleared and avoid mold. That can be a devastating problem, as I well know. Meanwhile, you and Sissy hang on. As soon as your house and community are completely out of danger, get some rest. You'll know best what to do once you're rested and thinking clearly.<br /><br />Good luck and God bless!<br />DebAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19406729577655707.post-3665579323764764602013-04-30T23:03:44.978-07:002013-04-30T23:03:44.978-07:00Hi,Richard
I used to read and enjoy your blog ever...Hi,Richard<br />I used to read and enjoy your blog every day. My computer blew up and I lost you! I couldn't think of the name of your blog until tonight I read your name on someone's blog. Now I have you again! Yay!<br /><br />I am so sorry for what you are going through with the flood. I know something like that turns things topsy-turvy. It's very hard for everyone, including pets that don't know which way to go.<br /><br />It sounds like you are among wonderful people and have made some deep friendships. Isn't it amazing that beautiful people pass through our lives. Some we never see again, and some we have for a lifetime.<br /><br />Hug Sissy for me!<br />Rosie in Raymore MORose Broadwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05657798655323098577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19406729577655707.post-79153516675836053392013-04-30T12:14:07.899-07:002013-04-30T12:14:07.899-07:00Richard, I am so sorry to hear all of this. As I m...Richard, I am so sorry to hear all of this. As I mentioned before, my area is no stranger to flooding and there was a terrible one here only a 2 years ago when the Susquehanna River overflowed it's banks. I have seen the destruction flood water can do. 40 years ago, the water went right over the roof of my sister's ranch home that she had bought only 3 months prior. Such heartache. When I got older and married, I vowed I would never live in the flood plain as it is called here and I don't. <br />The one good thing that has come from this awful experience for you , is maybe a renewed appreciation of all the Good that there is in the world. Lately, things have been so very bad. But in times of need, humanity always seems to rise to the occasion no matter what it's past is....<br /><br />My thoughts and prayers are with you...<br /><br />Hugs,<br />DebbieDebbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble Christmashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09393980831584145593noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19406729577655707.post-76821188253215153052013-04-27T19:44:03.662-07:002013-04-27T19:44:03.662-07:00I'm glad you and Sissy are ok but tired! The d...I'm glad you and Sissy are ok but tired! The damage from the flooding is terrible but the spirit of people to help is wonderul. I hope you can find some time to rest and God will bless you with no more flooding! We will be praying for you and your beautiful town! Hug Sissy and give her an extra treat for she is a sweet pup! Tea in Texashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03641316653134781223noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19406729577655707.post-13330535215860252952013-04-25T05:27:09.848-07:002013-04-25T05:27:09.848-07:00Oh Richard I know you and Sissy are exhausted-I pr...Oh Richard I know you and Sissy are exhausted-I pray that you will not have any more damage. I know you love your home, but as we get older things just get to be too much to care for, don't they? I say as long as you have Sissy, you can live most anywhere and be happy. I am so glad that so many caring people have been there to help.PAINTORDIG.blogspot.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16278041200437040139noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19406729577655707.post-46635651819143091212013-04-24T12:52:33.852-07:002013-04-24T12:52:33.852-07:00 Richard
I want you to know I am thinking about yo... Richard<br />I want you to know I am thinking about you and Sissy and your beautiful historic old house that you love <br /><br />I will be over when the water goes down and your open for tours<br /><br />Janice <br />Curtains in My Treehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04739180504953135365noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19406729577655707.post-49745372171034782862013-04-24T12:19:39.291-07:002013-04-24T12:19:39.291-07:00It's heartbreaking, Richard, I am so sorry for...It's heartbreaking, Richard, I am so sorry for the damage and duress. Hoping for no more water and quick as possible recovery.molly- See you downtownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13594688015103959511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19406729577655707.post-71553313453217601922013-04-24T11:40:58.924-07:002013-04-24T11:40:58.924-07:00Richard, even though I have never met you,(althoug...Richard, even though I have never met you,(although I have seen you on TV)what you show is so real. The little blips on the flood that we see on TV are so insignificant as compared to your real life story. I am glad that you are able to keep us posted on the news from Clarksville and keep a sense of humor in the middle of this crisis.<br /><br />Lottie's husband Lottiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07242170607880601770noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19406729577655707.post-4345371976185341562013-04-24T10:10:25.132-07:002013-04-24T10:10:25.132-07:00I'm so glad you, Sissy, and your neighbors had...I'm so glad you, Sissy, and your neighbors had such wonderful help, but I know it is stressful. You have put so much into your lovely home and shop I know it is worrisome; but you are right, leave it with the Lord.zoopersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11971619437204392974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19406729577655707.post-52482815990138445302013-04-24T07:12:51.739-07:002013-04-24T07:12:51.739-07:00Richard, I sure have been thinking about you. Any ...Richard, I sure have been thinking about you. Any news from Clarksville I watch with anticipation praying that you and the shop are safe. I pray you and Sissy Dog make it through this without any water reaching you.Ann@A Sentimental Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15521312649204476924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19406729577655707.post-53592069396199900672013-04-23T21:31:24.208-07:002013-04-23T21:31:24.208-07:00Oh Richard and Sissy stay safe! Thank God for all ...Oh Richard and Sissy stay safe! Thank God for all the help you have been getting. Hugs, PearlPearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09026880888387782724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19406729577655707.post-46748956960249302962013-04-23T20:48:48.258-07:002013-04-23T20:48:48.258-07:00You and Sissie have had a rough few days. I am sur...You and Sissie have had a rough few days. I am sure that Sissie picks up on all of the stress and worry and it wears her out.<br /><br />I always wonder how people who live in homes that are hit by floods have the gumption to stay in them year after year. It seems like it would be very difficult and stressful. For me it's stressful to even have to have Roto Rooter occasionally come for those dreaded backups. I can't imagine having the Mississippi up in my house.<br /> <br />Best wishes to you and I hope the river gets back in its banks soon.<br /><br />Susie @ Persimmon Moon Cottagesusie @ persimmon moon cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01653330247272673990noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19406729577655707.post-28149560377555395402013-04-23T20:40:59.567-07:002013-04-23T20:40:59.567-07:00Poor Sissy. I am keeping you in my thoughts and p...Poor Sissy. I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Twyla (a Missouri friend)Twyla and Lindseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04728570822318577034noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19406729577655707.post-64303915256250529212013-04-23T20:36:20.874-07:002013-04-23T20:36:20.874-07:00So sorry to here of such a devastating time for yo...So sorry to here of such a devastating time for you Richard. It's amazing really how many good people there are in the world. We only ever here about all the bad.<br />It will be a shame if you have to part with your beautiful home,but hey,there maybe one out there just as beautiful just waiting for you to rescue it. Take care xHeirloom treasureshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05839739357705776792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19406729577655707.post-23647165979724627582013-04-23T19:27:34.657-07:002013-04-23T19:27:34.657-07:00I can't help you from here - but know thoughts...I can't help you from here - but know thoughts and prayers are flying your way!! Pray that you stay dry!Suzanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17105925017959326571noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19406729577655707.post-34423869936701760422013-04-23T18:35:09.777-07:002013-04-23T18:35:09.777-07:00Sounds like your town has been filled with so much...Sounds like your town has been filled with so much love and dedication lately, I am so glad so many have come to help and that they have been a blessing to you, and I'm sure you have been a blessing to them as well. It just takes a moment to make an impact on someone's life. It is true we do live in a wonderful country, and it is only a wonderful place because of the wonderful people. So sorry you have experienced so much damage, my heart and my prayers go out to you at this time Richard. Sending hugs your way, share them with Sissy too.Gina @ VictorianWannaBehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05760792910318303400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19406729577655707.post-41535714306070653092013-04-23T18:28:59.286-07:002013-04-23T18:28:59.286-07:00Oh Richard, I'm sorry you are going through al...Oh Richard, I'm sorry you are going through all of this stress with the eminent flood and pray you and your property will be safe from the waters. It sounds like you have met some amazing and wonderful people that have helped your town out at this time. I wish you and your townfolk well. God bless you all. PamelaPamela Gordonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18071092617682650349noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19406729577655707.post-13801382605547235692013-04-23T18:15:18.675-07:002013-04-23T18:15:18.675-07:00Happy to see you are able to post and keep us upda...Happy to see you are able to post and keep us updated. I have been thinking about you and praying for you and your home and Sissie Dog. Continue to be safe, dry and strong. (((hugs))) xoBarbara F.https://www.blogger.com/profile/05650730931602700042noreply@blogger.com