Help for the Bickley's

Hi all,

In my blog I mentioned my friends the Bickley's (Michele, Colin and their toddler Kianna) after the earthquake. They moved back home to MD (from LA) the night before the earthquake. And at the time I thought what are the chances of that happening. Well... there is more to the story. They settled on their house in Ellicott City and have lived there for 1 week. On September 7th they had to be evacuated. Michele is 7 months pregnant. Here is what she wrote in her email:

There was a raging river that surrounded the house from all sides and we had to be evacuated by a rescue team. we are all ok. kianna is really rolling with all of these major changes and we tried to make it like an adventure yesterday. i was taking very deep breaths as we ran as much of our stuff as possible to the 2nd and 3rd floor so i didn't go into early labor :). (most of everything was in boxes in the basement bc we are still unpacking). not sure what is lost yet?anyway - we need some help to rebuild. not sure of all of the damage yet, but there was 9 feet of water in the basement. the yard is shattered. we need help with clean up asap. if you know anyone that may want to help or do favors or work at a discount who does construction, electrical work, air conditioning repairs, stone/brick work, building....we need all the help we can get. PLEASE pass on this email. You can reach me at:
mitch4748@aol.com
310-980-6186 or
310-980-9186
8518 frederick rd.
ellicott city 21043
thanks and love,michele, colin and kianna

Both of their cars floated into the shed in their backyard. If you know of any group in the Ellicott City/Columbia area that could help them through this incredibly stressful time please contact Michele. Scout groups, church youth groups, etc... Michele and Colin have to be wondering... what the heck... everyone says LA is dangerous. Ha... it's really MD. Earthquakes, floods...

I have known Michele's mom, Judy, since I was a year old. So I have watched Michele and her sister Jaime grow up. They are both incredibly strong women, but everyone needs help once in awhile. As I personally know these days...

My love and prayers are with the Bickley's and all the people in our region experiencing flooding. Life can turn on a dime.
Jude