News of the fires in Sonoma County, California, is devastating and gut-wrenching. After experiencing first-hand the devastation and impact on people's lives from the Camp Fire in Paradise, California last year, this latest news literally brought me to tears, and I couldn't help but just cry and pray for these people. Yeah, I know stuff like this happens all the time. Sometimes, it may be difficult to connect to an event taking place far away that doesn't impact anyone you personally know. Other times, something about it may impact you very hard, and on a deep, personal level. This thread isn't meant to cause judgment or guilt based on anyone's reaction. Just a note to say that my thoughts and prayers go with those people, and I will be looking for ways to help as they arise in the future. I was very proud of my then-15-year-old son, who led a fundraising effort in our community last year, and who rolled up his sleeves and worked in the trenches to take care of the needs of lots of people that were impacted (as the rest of the family did). Whoever out there feels moved to do something and help, I urge you to take the time to do what you can, whether it be volunteering, donating money or relief items, or whatever.