As of tomorrow, they are going to be rotating electricity usage. We will be out for 3 hours sometime during the day--not sure when just yet. We are hoping it is in the day and that our solar panels will kick in and cover for it. It isn't too cold here, though, and we have lots of candles and flashlights and batteries, so should manage ok. Our all electric house is somewhat a disadvantage from this standpoint I guess. The nuclear plant sounds like it is under control as far as danger, but it is no longer going to be able to be used to provide energy--thus the shortage, I guess. A few candlelight dinners might be nice, but I'm sure it could get old quickly. I am just thankful we have electricity--the numbers of people without is astounding!
I went to the grocery store yesterday and stocked up on food. We keep extra food and water around on purpose, but I got fresh stuff, etc. The grocer was telling someone that the things they can't get more of is bottled water, bread, and natto (fermented soy beans)! Don't ask me why the shortage of natto! Anyway, I got two of the remaining packages as my "men" love it!
Thanks for your prayers. Though we aren't suffering at all, we feel the stress in the air. We read many comforting scriptures today. Our Psalm that we read this am at the table spoke to us--Psalm 9:20 Put them in fear, O Lord: that the nations may know themselves to be but men. Indeed we are "but men". May many more put their trust in and rest in the peace of an all powerful God.
Hi Carrie its Gail Sinn Please bear with me on posting not real computer smart. So thankful to hear all is well. I know mother got in touch with you about our Wade. He recieved his orders and will be in Tokyo March 27. His final destination is Okinawa but I suspect they will remain in Tokyo for some time. My heart feels so empty and am tearing up typing this. So Far from home! We do know and take comfort in placing this in God's hands. We will continue to pray for you and yours as well as the country of Japan.
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Gail
Greetings Carrie,
ReplyDeleteAs soon as we heard about the earthquake we immediately checked your blog. Thank you for keeping us updated. Our prayers are certainly with you! Many times today over the pulpit and by the brethren, prayers were lifted for all of you in Japan. We were encouraged to keep praying by our elder brother. Our thoughts and prayers are certainly with you! We trust and have confidence the Lord has a purpose for the earthquake, as well as placing you in Japan as well. May you continue to find comfort in the promises of our Lord and Savior, as well as the many prayers of those of your "brethren" across the many miles.
With love in Christ,
A Sister From the Apostolic Christian Church of America In San Diego, Ca.