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Feeling the ground move

When we moved to California, my only real fear was of an earthquake. Yesterday, while sitting in my apartment, I felt the ground move. There was an earthquake in the Philippines. The epicenter was miles away so the experience wasn't frightening. It was weird though. I felt a little movement but it made me feel like maybe I was just lightheaded. Then, the building swayed. The light fixture over the dining table shook. The nanny came to me saying "ma'am it's an earthquake". And then, just as quickly as it began, it was over. Hopefully, I won't experience any more that what I felt yesterday. The only thing that made me nervous is that I didn't know if that was the precursor to the real thing. We live on the 22nd floor so I didn't know if I should go downstairs or stay in my room. Should I take the elevator or stairs. I decided to stay here which was a good decision because we didn't feel anything else. But, I can now say I have felt an earthquake...sorta.

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Anonymous said…
I remember feeling my first (and only) earthquake. I went to visit my aunt in Cali when I was 13. It was a really weird feeling. I completely understand. :)

Ayana
Anonymous said…
Thank you Lord for keeping you all safe. I never felt one and hope not to ever feel one until Jesus comes back to get us and take us back to heaven for 1,000 years.
Anonymous said…
I have never experienced an earthquake,and I pray that I never will.
Keisha

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