Thank you for sharing. We live in Santa Monica Canyon, right below the Palisades. It has been a rough month! We were evacuated for 17 days. We are home now, albeit without clean tap water. So grateful to still have a house. So many feelings - sadness, anger, gratitude. We are grieving for the Palisades, a place we loved and went to often. We are devastated for our friends who lost their homes, for the community that was decimated, for the schools that burned down... We have been helping others as much as possible. What else can we do? Thank you again for sharing.
Zibby, Though your story is painful to read, you always manage to bring something uplifting. I wish you and the community all the comfort and support that is needed.
So sorry for what you are seeing and experiencing. My daughter lives in Sherman Oaks and the air was smoky even there. The giveaways at your store are a wonderful move. You clearly understand what people need now. Kindness can never be over-rated! Best of luck to you.
Wow. Your words moved me to tears, Zibby. Just the description of what you saw. Deserted streets in your neighborhood, burned out restaurants and homes and schools. The devastation is real. I'm sure it was much worse for you to see it in person and walk that road. I'm not one for horror either. From the east coast it looks awful and devastating. How long will it take to rebuild? Where do you start? Good questions. It's hard that friends have relocated but good to get kids back in school and in a routine. It sounds like you're on a second wave of grief. I totally get it. Take care of yourself. If you have to return to New York sooner rather than later, there is nothing wrong with that. Hugs.💙💙💙💙💙
I was in tears reading what you wrote. We are all hurting here in Santa Monica and personally, know so many people who lost their homes, or had to evacuate for weeks. However, on the positive side the best of humanity has showed up, with so many people trying to help others who have lost their homes start over.
I thought that was beautifully written & expressed, especially the last part about how we all experience grief differently. I wish you & everyone who has been impacted by this devastating event, the fortitude & courage to carry on, & please hold onto your community as you are able.
Oh my God, Zibby! Your piece allowed me to feel your emotions and the horror and destruction of your beloved Palisades. Trauma is a 24/7 living breathing emotion that courses through your brain and your body. I know from needing a bodyguard in my own home to being taken at gunpoint in Guatemala. You will continue to experience and relive what you saw. And just because your home wasn’t physically destroyed, you’ll wonder how you and your neighbors will ever be able to live there again. Your shock snd loss is every bit as profound as your neighbors. You’re in my prayers.
Zibby, Maybe consider not giving added voice to those who question your intent. Don't mention them at all. Your gift is your authentic voice. That's my opinion🤷♀️ with love
Thank you so much for sharing this, Zibby. It is so vivid and completely heartbreaking. I send you and Kyle love and prayers for your peace, courage, and strength ❤️
Beautiful. Id been waiting for your first time back report. So much to do! But while theres life theres hope, which the families of air crash victims dont have. Heres to the first baby steps of rebuilding.
We moved back home today after spending 10 days in a hotel and 2 weeks in Marina Del Rey. Survivor’s guilt is real. We can continue to live a normal life, while the 3 families in my daughter’s carpool were left with ashes. Thanks for all you are doing. I enjoyed volunteering, and I saw how helpful Meghan was to those who needed her. What a great addition to the pop up. I will keep buying my books from you and will try to get back to book club!
Thank you for sharing. We live in Santa Monica Canyon, right below the Palisades. It has been a rough month! We were evacuated for 17 days. We are home now, albeit without clean tap water. So grateful to still have a house. So many feelings - sadness, anger, gratitude. We are grieving for the Palisades, a place we loved and went to often. We are devastated for our friends who lost their homes, for the community that was decimated, for the schools that burned down... We have been helping others as much as possible. What else can we do? Thank you again for sharing.
Zibby, Though your story is painful to read, you always manage to bring something uplifting. I wish you and the community all the comfort and support that is needed.
So sorry for what you are seeing and experiencing. My daughter lives in Sherman Oaks and the air was smoky even there. The giveaways at your store are a wonderful move. You clearly understand what people need now. Kindness can never be over-rated! Best of luck to you.
Thank you. And as someone who visited the pop up yesterday to get some clothes, what you are doing is helping. ❤️
Wow. Your words moved me to tears, Zibby. Just the description of what you saw. Deserted streets in your neighborhood, burned out restaurants and homes and schools. The devastation is real. I'm sure it was much worse for you to see it in person and walk that road. I'm not one for horror either. From the east coast it looks awful and devastating. How long will it take to rebuild? Where do you start? Good questions. It's hard that friends have relocated but good to get kids back in school and in a routine. It sounds like you're on a second wave of grief. I totally get it. Take care of yourself. If you have to return to New York sooner rather than later, there is nothing wrong with that. Hugs.💙💙💙💙💙
I was in tears reading what you wrote. We are all hurting here in Santa Monica and personally, know so many people who lost their homes, or had to evacuate for weeks. However, on the positive side the best of humanity has showed up, with so many people trying to help others who have lost their homes start over.
Thanks for making it real for those of us who have no connection to the area and live elsewhere.
I thought that was beautifully written & expressed, especially the last part about how we all experience grief differently. I wish you & everyone who has been impacted by this devastating event, the fortitude & courage to carry on, & please hold onto your community as you are able.
Your writing evokes strong emotions, thank you for sharing your feelings and incredible descriptions.
Oh my God, Zibby! Your piece allowed me to feel your emotions and the horror and destruction of your beloved Palisades. Trauma is a 24/7 living breathing emotion that courses through your brain and your body. I know from needing a bodyguard in my own home to being taken at gunpoint in Guatemala. You will continue to experience and relive what you saw. And just because your home wasn’t physically destroyed, you’ll wonder how you and your neighbors will ever be able to live there again. Your shock snd loss is every bit as profound as your neighbors. You’re in my prayers.
Zibby, Maybe consider not giving added voice to those who question your intent. Don't mention them at all. Your gift is your authentic voice. That's my opinion🤷♀️ with love
Wow, Zibby. I'm in tears. Thank you so much for sharing what it's like there.
Thank you so much for sharing this, Zibby. It is so vivid and completely heartbreaking. I send you and Kyle love and prayers for your peace, courage, and strength ❤️
Thank you @zibby for sharing. You are incredible. You are allowed to share how you feel and I am so happy you do. xo Stacy
Beautiful. Id been waiting for your first time back report. So much to do! But while theres life theres hope, which the families of air crash victims dont have. Heres to the first baby steps of rebuilding.
We moved back home today after spending 10 days in a hotel and 2 weeks in Marina Del Rey. Survivor’s guilt is real. We can continue to live a normal life, while the 3 families in my daughter’s carpool were left with ashes. Thanks for all you are doing. I enjoyed volunteering, and I saw how helpful Meghan was to those who needed her. What a great addition to the pop up. I will keep buying my books from you and will try to get back to book club!