The Ice Storm of 2025
I’m writing this on April Fools' Day, but there’s no fooling about this storm. Many people are still without hydro, heat, and basic amenities. The sheer noise that followed hours of freezing rain sent a chill up my spine. You’d hear a loud crack, and if you were in a rural area like I was, you could witness trees dropping—one after another, after another.
Through the night, I barely slept. Each crack was followed by a sound like a mug shattering on a ceramic floor. Mother Nature was speaking loudly.
The aftermath has been devastating in some areas more than others. A huge thank you goes out to the many workers tirelessly restoring power and clearing roads. Though the storm took away our electricity, I have to admit—I still appreciate the time spent with family. Board games, meaningful conversations, and creatively figuring out meals that could be cooked on the BBQ or with minimal generator power made for some memorable moments.
At this point, I believe a generator is a household staple. Our power has gone out more times than I can count over the years. But beyond our own needs, this storm reminded us of the importance of community. My husband spent days helping others—delivering generators, gas, cutting fallen trees, and lending chainsaws. That sense of togetherness, of neighbors looking out for one another, feels wholesome—something I think we’ve lost sight of in recent years.
If you haven’t checked in on your neighbors yet, reach out. Many are still without heat or hydro and may need a helping hand. A small act of kindness can make all the difference.
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