Well.. a sad day. I’m not going to dwell on how lucky we are in comparison to the many dead.. but just talk about our day today.
Very broken night with earthquakes throughout. In the cold light of day we looked through the house and the decision made to abandon. Very sad about that. It has been a wonderful home. A real community of 7 flats and 11 lovely people. I don’t think I will find the same again. It’s sad.
So everything bar the beds and sofa’s has been moved into the garage. Tomorrow we will try to find storage and put things in there for a few months while we sort out a place to live.
Lots of people will, I think, leave the city permanently this time. Can’t say I’d blame them either.
It’s a nasty stressful time.. but there is so much to be thankful for and many friends have been in touch with offers of help storage and accommodation.
On the plus plus side.. international airport is open and tassie beckons. Have never wanted a holiday so much.
Thanks for all the thoughts.. we are safe and warm.. and it could have been so much worse.
Hannah
February 23, 2011 at 9:02 pm
Sorry to hear about the house and the break up of your flat. You know you and Maaike are always welcome here. The kids have been asking about you. LoL Hannah
Kale
February 24, 2011 at 12:05 am
Good to hear you’re alright. I’m guessing the 6th floor would have been in a bit of a panic. Dave, Rob and I were just about to walk into the Krishna Cafe on Colombo Street when the quake hit. It was pretty messed up.
Kale
Brian
February 24, 2011 at 10:12 am
Good to hear you are ok. Terrible business. Also sad to hear you have to leave that beautiful house and gardens you had. Much appreciated it the time I stayed with you a few years ago.
Thomas
February 24, 2011 at 11:24 pm
Patrick, we are all thinking of you, very sad to hear the house is breaking up, but I’m so glad you and Maaike are alright. It’s terrifying looking at the images. Be safe and enjoy the escape to Tasmania… Love, Thomas
Domhnall
February 25, 2011 at 2:45 pm
Lad, I am saving a big hug for you. Can’t wait to see you over here. Given what has happened over there, I will be happier to see you than just about anyone… BTW, is your mobile phone working? Love D
dave
February 26, 2011 at 5:22 am
have a safe trip over to Aus, hope you get great weather and time to relax with you lovely lady. stay intouch.
big hugs
dave
Isla & Pete
February 26, 2011 at 9:27 am
So glad you’re safe, though sorry to hear about house. Hope the break in Tas helps. Go well and stay safe.
Aroha
March 6, 2011 at 10:12 pm
looking 4d to giving yous humungous hugs. nice timing on the holiday Arohanui aros
Domhnall
March 23, 2011 at 3:50 pm
Lad, your Sony and headphones have turned up in a pocket in the back of the car…where can I send it???