rain, rain and more rain

The midwest has experienced quite the wet weather in the past 48 hours. Where we are, about 4" of rain fell in one day, although there may be more coming our way. The river flowing through town is expected to crest in the next day. Thankfully, not many homes or businesses have been affected by the flooding.

However, back in my hometown, they are experiencing some of the worst flooding in the town's history. Streets are closed all over the city and much of the town is under water. I'm thankful that everyone is safe and that my parents' house has stayed dry despite the near 10" of rain they got. My dad sent me a few pictures of the house I grew up in this afternoon. We often experienced flooding when we lived there because there is a river that essentially flows through the back yard, but I have never seen anything like this.

And here is a park closer to my parents' house. There is a bike trail that goes under that bridge. Again, wow. So thankful everyone is okay!