Putting out the flames doesn’t dim the love

Posted by Kristal Kraft, Denver Realtor on October 26th, 2007

SandiegofireAs a tribute to the displaced people in San Diego County there’s not much I can do or say that will ease the pain. Having never lost a home I can’t evan stake claim to knowing what it feels like. It must be a horrible feeling.

Roberta Murphy who writes the Luxury Home Digest in San Diego blogged “San Diego Fires: Coming Home to Ashes” Roberta sums up the spirit of many residents who aren’t willing to give up their neighborhoods. Community spirit is alive and well for many. Instead of pulling up stakes and fleeing for safer territory, many plan to rebuild their lives exactly where the fire took everything from them.

Everything that is but their love of the area and each other.

It makes me wonder, what would it take to get me to move, to leave a place that is dear to my heart? As hard as it is to imagine the situation, I do believe I too would dig in my heels and pull together to rebuild. There’s strength in commitment. There’s power in a goal.

What better goal than to make something better than ever? You go San Diego County People!

You can do it.

(Photo Credit: Vissago ~ Flickr) 

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5 Responses to “ Putting out the flames doesn’t dim the love ”

  1. Carol Williams on October 26th, 2007 8:57 pm

    Most of us never even think of such things but, if we did, it would be a blessing to know we are in a place in our lives that we would fight to rebuild if the need arose. That is contentment. Let’s hope we never have to find out what it’s like, though!

  2. admin on October 26th, 2007 9:01 pm

    I think you are so right Carol. There are things that are worse than losing your possessions. Losing your health or loved one would be good examples.

    Thanks for stopping by!

  3. ines on October 27th, 2007 7:14 pm

    moving is tough, no matter the circumstances….but fire….I can’t even begin to imagine.
    KK - love your new home by the way.

  4. Kristal Kraft on October 27th, 2007 10:34 pm

    Hi Ines ~ Thanks for noticing my new home! It’s been awhile in coming. I feel so bad for all the folks in SD. The pictures on Flickr tell a story beyond my imagination.

  5. Roberta Murphy on November 16th, 2007 6:39 pm

    Kristal:

    It was so good to finally meet you in person this week!

    A very belated thanks for your tribute to San Diego’s fire victims. I share your admiration for those who understand the real meaning of community.

    And as we discussed in Las Vegas, the fires may provide an unexpected economic gift to San Diego County.

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