Oakie's Heartland Clippings

Vol. 75, No. 23, Thursday, May 13, 1999

Spirit of Oklahoma
(Heartland tornado Survivors, 3 May1999)

"To Believe...To believe is to know that every day is a new beginning. It is to know that miracles happen, and dreams really do come true. To believe is to see angels dancing among the clouds. To know the wonder of a stardust sky and the wisdom of the man in the moon. To believe is to know the value of a nurturing heart, the innocence of a child's eyes and the beauty of an aging hand, for it is through their teachings we learn to love. To believe is to find the strength and courage that lies within us. When it is time to pick up the pieces and begin again. To believe is to know we are not alone. That life is a gift and this is our time to cherish it. To believe is to know that wonderful surprises are just waiting to happen, And all our hopes and dreams are within reach. if only we believe." Autnor unknown.

The Spirit of Oklahoma is alive and thriving following the aftermath of Monday, May 3, 1999 tornadoes that hit through Texas, Kansas and central Oklahoma from Chickasha to Midwest City and created a war zone of total devastation over more than 2000 homes and included 1'4 mile to approximately 3/4 mile path as it traveled continuously on the ground for 70-90 miles or more all the way to the eastern part of the state.

This is what some of my friends had to say about the tornadoes that hit SW OKC and rural communities Monday evening (May 3, 19999),,,

MaKelley says, "I was just getting on line long enough to let our family and friends know we are doing okay, though weare in total shock."

The Spirit of America is shown through the constant unity of volunteers working and pulling together from all around the world to contribute what they can for the survivors in Tennessee, Georgia, Kansas, Texas, Oklahoma, South Carolina and the small, rural communities that were hit so hard by the May 1999 Tonadoes.

It's like Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tinman and Lion in the "Wizard of Oz" -- Each were devastated and searching for something in their lives that they thought they had lost due to the disasters and doldrums of every day life. They only had to look inside of themselves to discover that they always had what it took to become a survivor...A Brain, Courage, a Heart, and the Love of Family and Community.

It is incredible--It amazes and delights me to see neighbors helping neighbors in time like these. There are so many good people in this world who give unselfish and unconditional support to those in need. It just makes you proud.

This time of season in Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas and the heartland can be very devastating to lots of us here in "Tornado Alley." Our Oklahoma Heartland compassion and prayers go out to those in Tennessee, Georgia, South Carolina and other areas that are getting pounding with the storms that have passed through Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas.

It all has brought a special respect for the weathermen, volunteers, families, neighbors and friends pulling together helping others to become survivors. The Spirit of America is what makes this Universe the "Heartland" that it is.

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