the last photo, with the flames, was actually taken by an old neighbour of mine. He was driving thru town and took the picture to send to his wife. He didn't know it was my sons' home.
I am actually going back to my old stomping grounds for the end of August. To housesit said neighbour's place and look after their chickens and cats. I was so looking forward to visiting with all my friends but especially to see my son's new place .
Guess that ain't gonna happen!
My DIL, who works from home, thought the neighbour was have a BBQ, until someone came pounding on the door telling her to get the hell out! She grabbed her purse, the cat and the keys and ran.
No one seems to know what happened. It is was a semi-detached. They are pretty sure it started next door but have not given any statements. The property has been released back to them....
and now we wait to see what happens.
Nothing can replace the photo's and momentos lost. Nothing can compensate for the shock. Still not sure they are even over the shock, especially her. Nothing can compensate for the stress that will be involved in trying to get your life back together.
My other DIL, bless her, started a GoFundMe for them to help - wow, I would never have even thought about it. I'm just so sorry I'm not there - if for no other reason than to give hugs.