It can really rain here

This week we had a cloud burst that resulted in several inches of rain here. The Guadalupe River was quickly filled to overflowing, and we had some tree damage from the resulting winds. Terry and I were working that day and could see that the storm was coming, so we went into the maintenance shop just as the rains began. It got so windy that we had to close the garage door, and even then the rain blew in under the door. At one point we could hear the sizzle of the lightening strike and knew that it was very close. After about an hour or so the rain stopped, and since it was the end of the work day, we closed up and went home.

The next day we began to clean up the damage which involved getting rid of mud washed onto our road and especially some damage to some of the park trees. At least three trees had significant damage, so we began the process of picking up limbs, cutting up parts big enough to be used for firewood and all that entailed. In one tree, we had to climb up an extension ladder and cut the limb off with a chain saw. This effort took most of the day, but our firewood collection grew greatly and at the end of the day few limbs or leaves were left. We were tired at the end of this day, but knew that we had accomplished quite a bit of necessary cleanup.

I guess we should be careful of what we ask for, since most here had been wishing for rain. We got the rain for sure, and the 40 to 50 mph gusts of wind as well. I think a more gentle rain is in order, you know, a good soaker. Happy travels.