The night of the fire (Nov 28th) was bitterly cold and it gave us great solace to know enough firemen were there to take shift s and warm up! We thank the Lacombe, Clive and Ponoka Fire Departments for the quick response and hard efforts to try and save our home.
The positive power of people by far exceeds the power of the fire. As destructive as it was, nothing compares to the strength of your generosity and love. Support from family, friends, businesses, schools, clubs, associations, churches, and ones unknown to us has been a huge comfort. Help ranging from phone calls, visits at the trailer, cards of encouragement, comfort, food, blankets, quilts, clothes, furniture, personal and household items, yearbooks, pictures and financial aid has surpassed our wildest imagination. Even the dogs received food, kennels, dog houses and a dog run.
We truly live in the most wonderful community and know how blessed we are to have you in our lives.
We especially want to thank Bonnie Wood for the amazing gift of a home. Such a huge package for her to take on! We are forever indebted to her.
A new beginning is possible! Because of you - Bonnie will be back at the farm (sooner than first anticipated). Thank you for your generous support.
Please know that Charlie’s door is always open to others and Bonnie has kept the same tradition. We would love to have you stop in and create new memories. It would be nice to see the real treasures in our lives – You!
Thank You
May you have a Happy New Year!
Charlie & Jane Bowie
Bonnie-Jean Longjohn & families