#850strong

[ovvercome]

[suburbangypsy]

Who knew that having a fence would feel like such a special treat? If there is one yard in my town with a complete, enclosed yard, it’s a new one. I’m not kidding when I say this. Almost every neighborhood in this town is now a naked piece of land with leftover structures and endless yards. No beginning or end. There are tarps or roofers on every roof. Heavy machinery and hauling trucks on every street. Deserted businesses, demolished warehouses, homes that sag with rain and mold, abandoned in the panic. There’s still so much to do. So much time needed. So much help appreciated. Personally I just keep praying for patience because it’s hard to feel this every day. It’s hard to thrive sometimes. It’s hard to WANT to thrive. Sometimes. So here I am, dancing in the shadows of a fresh new fence. Sorting my thoughts, drifting past my doubts. Finding stillness through intentional movement. It’s not even my fence. But I’m just as grateful for it. #panamacityflorida #hurricanemichael #gratitude #keepgoing #keepmoving #850strong https://www.instagram.com/p/BsYyA9Fhdsj/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=18w2vwu8xzksk

[haleyisgayley]

Never would I have thought, that a hurricane would destroy everything I've ever known...things seem bleak for all of us in Panama city...it sucks quite a bit, but we'll all pull through somehow. My girlfriend and I are in the process of relocating to Pensacola; since our apartment has been deemed condemned. Thank you all for your continuous love, support, and kind words as we take this huge step in our lives.

[waddafaknik]

The view two weeks after #hurricanemichael hit us. Nothing will ever be the same but we are here.

[wick3dw1tch]

Hurricane Michael

My entire town has been leveled. Beaten. Flipped over. Swirled up. Then spit back out.

I watched a guys house crumble in on itself and a neighbor come out yelling his name because he knew he stayed. He was yelling and yelling then he pointed and leaned over like he was going to throw up but then you see the neighbor come at him. He had left his house and gotten in his truck. He was alright and the man searching was just relieved to see him alive.

We had to chainsaw our way out of the driveway. I went days without a shower, power, or cell services (thanks verizon). Getting what resources we could get driving here and there hoping the gas we got would be enough. Prayed that the few dogs that stayed at my job were okay.

I couldn't be happier.

I made so many memories. I saw so many people helping each other. I met so many nice people willing to help me. My girlfriend, was still laughing at me when I was being annoying (after snapping my neck) and she kissed me in the morning even if had showered for days. We went to Orlando to get away and went to Universal (because we were lucky enough to plan an vacay right after an apocalypse). I fit in a ride I didnt fit in a few years back. Actually I fit in all the rides.

My friends, my god my friends.... They offered places to stay if I needed, food, showers, and so much love.

My family was the same way, welcoming my girlfriend and her mom to drive out to there place to shower and relax for a while.

Starting this year off I knew I wanted a better, more fulfilling life. I knew the people I wanted in my life, and the ones that I didn't.

The past 2 weeks (almost) has been hell, but also so fucking humbling.

I love my family

I love my friends

I'm so unbelievably, and so completely in love with my girlfriend.

Thank you, Micheal for showing me the best side of people

[chinarabutler]

🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 @Regran_ed from @djbently - Life after Hurricane Michael....Baby Izzy 📸 @christonanderson #850strong #panamacitystrong #hurricanemichael2018 #helpisontheway - #regrann https://www.instagram.com/p/BpE4zxiFJno/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=14ra6phfp86sn

[mari-annawheelan]

Quick update while I’m somewhere with WiFi: hurricane Michael hit my town but me and my family are fine, my mom was lucky enough to never loose power so I’ve been staying at her place full time. The biggest thing for us at the moment is helping out people whose homes WERE destroyed, because there were a lot. There are parts of the town I’ve lived in my whole life that I barely recognize. Keep Florida in your hearts guys ❤️

[suburbangypsy]

Ohhhh this yard. Usually this is the perfect time of year for my outdoor practice but I stopped filming outside because of all the noise and tbh, it ain’t cute and I thought you wouldn’t like it. But I needed to feel the wind today. And kick my ass with kick-ups. Ever done 15 minutes of kick-ups? LAWD it burns so good. But guess what? Green is coming back. It’s still warm here most days. Buds are forming, the trees that are left are sprouting new life. The camellias are blooming and new life WILL thrive. The nature in this town will be beautiful again. The cycle will continue and the magnitude of gratitude, hard work and determination will get us there. 💚 #positivevibes #hurricanemichael #850strong #keepgrowing (at Panama City, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/BrJhGkCB09L/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=99uj826dkdve