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February 28th 2011
Still lives in our hearts
A day we could’ve never imagined
And a day that truly changed SART

A Flash Flood was upon us
The water came fast!
Looking at the situation
We were all aghast

We looked at the water
So muddy, so cold
But we had to save the kitties
Our moves needed to be bold!

The water kept getting deeper
Too quickly it seemed
“How were we going to get through this,
With so many kitties on scene?”

To our ankles, then our knees
The water now to our waist!
The kitties needed saved
We had to move in haste!

Our worries seemed to diminish
With each kitty we saved
The kitties knew we were helping
And tried to behave

That water was so cold
It froze us to the bone
But the kitties we wouldn’t leave
We would never leave them alone!

We were blessed to have the help
Of a professional rescue crew
They helped us save the kitties!
Boated us all out safely too!

Over 300 kitties
We did save on this day
We didn’t lose one!
They are all ok!

Four hours in the water
Frozen to the core
Standing on the canal bank
Our lives had been changed forever more

We looked at the water
In shock and disbelief
“How would we ever get through this?”
“Would we ever feel relief?”

No matter how scared
No matter how cold
At that moment in time
“God took hold”

He helped us through this
Stood beside us this day
It happened for a reason
For His reason and His way

This family, He created
With goodness in His heart
He formed a special bond
Between the family members of SART

That day was only a moment
The days to follow meant more
The people that cared
Showed up at our door

Giving, and giving more!
The people they came!
They knew the shelter needed help!
And would never be the same!

The water it came
The water subsided
Gods strength we had
And God, He guided

With all the devastation
We prayed and prayed
God answered our prayers
And helped see us through this day

He sent us volunteers
To dedicate their time
He gave some the strength to help
From rise until shine

He gave some the ability to give money
And others to give food
Or others to give hugs
When we were in a sad mood

Thanks to ALL who helped
In every single way
It helped us and the kitties
Get through this day

One year later, SART is strong
We have recovered for the most part
But its only because of you
And the way you became apart

Apart of the SART team
Giving everything you had
Whether it being a lot
Or only a tad

Anything means everything
To us here at SART
Give a little or a lot
You are always apart!

~Written by Denise J.

 

This day was a day that can only be explained in an “if you were there…” scenario. For the SART team members that were there, well, this day is forever etched into their hearts. What happened after was an outpouring of love, support, donations, and understanding. Without ALL of you, SART would not have recovered from this tragic day. Please never forget what and how much you do for SART. Your support, your understanding and your love means everything! Anything means everything. We truly want to thank you for all you give! God Bless!

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