On Fire!

Our "neck of the woods" is on fire here in Southern California. Once again. It is a tradition that comes in late summer and early fall, and we must have some fire or life would just become downright boring! I have to say what amazes me the most is how Californians just go about their business as if nothing is happening and yet there is plenty of smoke, ash, and orange skies while the firemen battle the blaze. Or should I say blazeS? There are approximately 9 fires in California right now which is pretty typical. However, the big fire which is closing in on my city is called the Station Fire. The name is chosen usually by the location of where the fire began. So far, the Station fire has burned 125,000 acres, several homes, and two firefighters have lost lives by accidentally driving over a cliff. Now our city has turned over one of our largest parks, which is about 1 mile from our home, to a large contingent of firefighters. They have made the park into a Command Center replete with a Shower House (Tent), Chow Hall (Tent) and Hotel (Tents). I find it comforting that they are so near, but unsettling that the fire which started 30 miles away is now finding it's way to our front door! Every year we go through this and every year we are blessed with safety and no personal loss. Our biggest inconvienence is having to pack up and evacuate if need be. Please keep those who have been dislocated, evacuated, lost their homes, or for the families who lost their family members in your prayers.