What a Week!

It is strange to think that just seven days ago we woke up to find that two days of heavy rain had led to massive, historic flooding not only for the Nashville area but right here in Clarksville. The Cumberland River was at uncharted heights rising above 60 feet when flood level is considered at 46 feet. The destruction was incomprehensible and the number of fatalities was unfathomable... because this unprecedented flooding was not cause by a major hurricane or other nature force but just the sheer power torrential rain can cause when it does not let up for over 48 hours. It was the only thing on the news here but yet did not receive the national attention it deserved.. but middle Tennessee rallied up and prevailed... now a week later... roads that were impassable are now being driven on... schools are back in session and the clean up is well underway. I am beyond fortunate that our house was saved... flooding never even threatened our area... but thoughts and prayers go to those who lost everything not just for the sheer fact of having to start all over but also many did not have flood insurance and the devastation is beyond a numerical value. And yes this all occurred while the hubby is away... I can even imagine what the rest of the year will hold for us.. but for now I can check off surviving a historic flooding off my list of endeavours.

But the bright side to this week was seeing Peighton at her first ever ballet class. I knew she would be shy and timid at first but I was happy to see that towards the end she was doing the steps and looking happy. She even wanted to practice them at home. The class is small with maybe only 7 other little girls.. which is perfect for that age group. We have our next class this Wednesday and I am hoping for another great experience for her. And as for Henry he is always my bright side.. he is amazing.. and I grow more in love with him every time I awake to see his happy face greet me from his crib. He hit a milestone just this morning with sleeping the entire night without waking for a feeding... he was asleep by 830 and did not wake till about 6 this morning. He had been only getting up once a night somewhere between 2-4.. now to wait and see if this is his new pattern or just a lucky fluke.. either way i will still gladly wake at 2 in the morning just to see his sweet face!