On January 7, 2025 our lives were changed in an instant. The Palisades wildfires that started above our home in the Highlands spread rapidly, burning nearly everything in our entire city.

Despite a frantic evacuation with a couple of bulldogs, a terrifying scene of raging flames and smoke-filled skies that surrounded us on a gridlocked street, panicked drivers abandoning their cars as hot embers fell all around, a lot of anxious prayers, a surprise car companion, and the devastation that unfolded over the next few days, I’m counting my blessings.

I’m in awe of the community support, the love of our family, the overwhelming kindness of friends and strangers, and the miracles I’ve witnessed.

This is our story.

Highlights:

(04:05) It was perfect

(13:29) Winds of change

(18:02) 10 minutes to grab everything

(25:13) Who let the dogs out? (me)

(47:17) I mean, I love a good purge, but..

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CA Wildfire Resource links

Free Confidential 24/7 CRISIS TEXT LINE FOR Mental health Support - text HOME TO 741741

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