03/10/2024
Praising God for these people who own mules!!! My only experience with a mule is riding one down to the bottom of the Grand Canyon on narrow, winding trails with sheer cliffs. They are extremely calm, sure-footed and non-reactive animals! And now mules are being used to bring supplies into flood-devastated towns in North Carolina where highways have washed out and there is no access by vehicle. They are taking in massive donations by Tractor Supply as well as from individuals who are donating bag after bag of food and supplies!!!
MOUNTAIN MULE PACKER RANCH / Oct 1, 2024 Update:
The mule team had a successful day today, and they were able to bring mule loads of food and supplies to many residents in Black Mountain. All went smoothly, and the mules and packers are resting for the night! Their plan for tomorrow, is to bring supplies, food, and check on residents' needs in an area towards Swannanoa, where it is believed 30% of the town's residents are trapped and can't get out. This will be a busy day for the team, and we pray for their safety and stamina!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Here at home, we stocked up on a huge amount of supplies, thanks to donations of so many!! And, Tractor Supply generously loaded a 24' stock trailer to the brim with plenty of livestock and pet food and also lots of gear like tarps, batteries, lights, work gloves, brooms, and shovels. 🥰🥰 Then we met at the Food Lion in Cleveland, NC to collect food and supplies brought by those that wanted to donate. It was so moving and beautiful to see people lined up bringing bag after bag, box after box, and case after case for the cause. We all had tears in our eyes and lumps in our throats as we joined together for a common cause. The devastation in the mountains has broken all of our hearts, but we are thankful that even in this sadness, we see God working through so many wonderful people. We will continue to praise HIM!! Thank you, thank you!!!!