#sonomacountyfire

[vader66]

Probably the most significant picture I've seen from the #santarosafires so far... #imwithyou #sonomacounty ! #sonomacountyfire #sonomafires #napafire #tubbsfire #atlasfire #napa #sonoma #windsor #rohnertpark #sonomacountystrong #winecountry #united #unitythroughadverity #we #staysafe #giveback #repost from @stayfortyonethirty #sevenohseven #heartbroken #fuckfire (at Santa Rosa, California)

[vincemontague]

During the middle of the mandatory evacuation I snuck back to the Studio and opened the soda kiln which was cooling. Couldn’t imagine never seeing the results of this firing with @scottjenningsceramics and @maileiwanaga. Just an amazing load of pots. Still holding the line tonight on the northern side of #geyserville #pocketfire #sonomacountyfire #bobcatstudioceramics #sodafiredceramics #ceramics #pottery #mugs #spoons #bowls #waddingpots

[lostinsmoke]

Mind over Matter

8/25/20: 

For the past 4 years, at some point during the late summer and early fall, I’ve had to work outside in thick, long lasting smoke. Each morning during (and well after the fires) I had to battle with the decision between my health and my ‘wealth’. My job always won. I’ve put my job and it’s priorities before myself every single day (especially during the fires and COVID-19) even if it means my health is at significant risk. Imagine serving up to 70 people a day- outside in 100 degree weather. Now, imagine that plus wearing a mask due to the pandemic. Now, imagine all that plus THICK SMOKE and fires continuously burning all around you. Now, imagine ALL that plus your boyfriend just losing his job due directly to the fires. That’s where I’m at. 

After my fourth evacuation in 4 years I sit with an extension of every decision I’ve ever made in Sonoma County. I now battle with the decision of ‘what to do and where to go’, instead of ‘how do I continue?’. I know for sure that I can no longer justify serving a non-essential item to the over-privileged consumer. Especially while people like me continue to suffer not only financially, but both physically and mentally too. There has been a huge housing crisis, a deadly global virus take over and now a national ‘state of emergency’. The very least I can do is take care of myself. I have no time to worry about tourists or their wine tasting. We all need a break. Fuck your mind over matter bullshit. 

[brianhowlett]

Mandatory evacuation five blocks north of us, four blocks south of us. We’re fine. The wind has died down. Smoke in the air. All of our thoughts are directed towards the safety and success of the firefighters. Our hearts go out to the victims and those forced to evacuate. #sonomacountyfire #besafe #bekind #begenerous #bepatient (at Santa Rosa, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4KtHB3HUeq/?igshid=xbzgo2thustn

[brianhowlett]

We’re Fine As you may have seen or heard our county is on fire. Sonoma County, California We haven’t been evacuated yet but many of our friends have been evacuated. The county’s concern and responsibility is to save lives and they are doing a good job of alerting people way in advance of fires encroaching into their neighborhoods. Many brave and dedicated people are right now risking their lives to protect our lives and the lives of others. For that we are eternally grateful and it gives evidence to the fact that there are tremendous people in our world. People who are often unnamed that deserve our gratitude and respect. #sonomacountyfire #love #gratitude #respect #safety https://www.instagram.com/p/B4IUxyfH03F/?igshid=s1hls3pywf4h

[outinthevineyard-blog]

🎶R.E.S.P.E.C.☦️🎶 - Love this #wine and #love this message. Rosé From The Ashes! This fruit forward 2017 Rosé of Pinot by @viagiustiwines was created from fruit thought lost as #sonomacountyfire tore through the vineyard. However the flavor & sugar continent were intact, so with a little hydration at pressing, this beautiful small lot wine, with a light strawberry finish, rosé from the ashes! exclusively for @jimobergefell’s @equalityvines. Percentage of sales benefit @ywcachicago to fight gender inequality. Go get some. #RESPECT #winewednesday

[markvogler]

🎶R.E.S.P.E.C.☦️🎶 - Love this #wine and #love this message. Rosé From The Ashes! This fruit forward 2017 Rosé of Pinot by @viagiustiwines was created from fruit thought lost as #sonomacountyfire tore through the vineyard. However the flavor & sugar continent were intact, so with a little hydration at pressing, this beautiful small lot wine, with a light strawberry finish, rosé from the ashes! exclusively for @jimobergefell’s @equalityvines. Percentage of sales benefit @ywcachicago to fight gender inequality. Go get some. #RESPECT #winewednesday (at Equality Vines)

[brianhowlett]

We’re in for a long haul and we’re ready. Many thanks to our dedicated food folk in #sonomacounty @srwefm @sonomacounty #sonomacountyfire #sonomacountystrong @socomeatco (at West End Farmers Market)