Well, hurricane Floyd did the damage last time, this time it was a slow moving upper-level low pressure system. Glenn Taylor and his mom’s shop, Creative Graphics, was flooded yet again yesterday morning.
It’s such an unfortunate situation that they have been tried by such an event in the past and now need to deal with it again. I have every reason to believe that this is just another “bump” in the road that will be overcome by the Taylor family. Glenn and his mom are great, positive, good people. They continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
Looking for the positive in such an event; it may be God’s way of telling Glenn he needed a break as he has been working a “bunch” in the last few weeks.
Picture from Wilson Dailey Times Online shows Creative Graphics sign in the upper left hand side. Their shop is located farther “downstream” to the left. Flooding Picture
AP article from the Weather Channel website. Mentions Creative Graphics and has a quote from Linda Taylor, Glenn’s mom. Weather Channel AP article Posted by Amy Brown (Member # 1963) on :
Sorry to hear that Glenn. If you get to read this, keep your head up high. Everything happens for a reason. Maybe you guys should move to the Smokies! You're in our thoughts. Take care. Posted by Myra Grozinger (Member # 327) on :
What a bummer! Glenn and I have been talking so he knows how upset I am at this happening again, though, thank God to a much lesser extent, to one who is insured this time. but Bob G: Post the picture of Glenn himself wading, holding the umbrella, unmistakable, and I would post it if I knew how......
The chair under me is sitting on pads of squishy smelly newspaper, it even flooded into my shop (very minor) for the first time in 25 years. What has happened is that the earth, after 4 yrs of drought, is so parched that it can't let in a great volume of water. 6 1/2 inches in my coffee can out back.
Posted by cheryl nordby (Member # 1100) on :
Just a while ago I was wondering how Glenn was doing. Haven't seen him on the BB much anymore.
Glenn when you read this just know we are thinking of you and we miss your informative and humorous posts.
Posted by Raymond Chapman (Member # 361) on :
"When it rains, it pours"....and that doesn't apply to moisture in the air.
Glen, sorry to hear of another set back. Hang in there. As Myra would say, "Bless your heart".
Posted by Diane Crowther (Member # 120) on :
I can't believe this! I know how busy Glenn is right now, and to have this thrown in on top. Yikes! Insurance or not, this would be demoralizing to have happen a second time in such a short period. But, I'm sure Glenn and his Mom will rise to the challenge. We're sending all the positive energy we can your way, Glenn!
I still can't believe it! Posted by Duncan Wilkie (Member # 132) on :
Oh Man! You poor guys, so sorry to hear about this new disaster. Your a good man Glenn, if only the strong survive, you'll do fine. Wish I was nearby, I'd give you a hand. We dogs gotta stick together:) Cheers, Duncan
Posted by Ken Henry (Member # 598) on :
So sorry to hear of this renewed misfortune. I've always respected Glenn as one of the most giving/sharing folks on this and other boards.
Perhaps it's time to consider moving the shop location to "higher ground".
Posted by Bob Rochon (Member # 30) on :
Just talked to Glenn this afternoon, looks like his internet is down and they expect more rain through friday, He is very optomistic, said he's got more insurance than an arab has sand. His computers are fine and I beleive he only lost one peice of equipment. But if anyone has had to deal with water, then you know this will shut him down for a while.
He also said all the publicity has NOT helped business.
All he asks for is prayers, I think we can all afford one of those. lol Posted by Doug Allan (Member # 2247) on :
Prayers to ya bro!
I, too was just thinking the other day how busy you must be Glenn, to not be seen or heard from too much lately. Can't say I see this crisis giving you any real kind of break from chores, but I hope you can set your production up somewhere else soon & get to doing what you love while hired help cleans up the mess.
Posted by Myra Grozinger (Member # 327) on :
NC Flood Report: Just heard where on Public Radio Linda Taylor, Glenn's mother, was being interviewed. She said that the waters had receded as quickly as they came, carpets were soaked, equipment got wet, and there was a line of dirt on the walls where the water had crested. She sounded, as Glenn told me himself, shaky because of the big Deja Vue. But she was clear about that this was a temporary problem, and not to be compared to the previous tragedy. quote: "Learned what a Flash Flood really means"
[ August 27, 2002, 06:18 PM: Message edited by: Myra Grozinger ]
Posted by Ricky Simpson (Member # 1318) on :
man, so sorry to hear the bad news Glen. But, glad to hear you were insured. I had been missing your posts lately .
Prayin for ya Brother.
I dont know what else I might could do but if you think of something give me a call at 434-369-SIGN(7446) and I will give it my best shot. I am usually home in the evenings after the railroad cuts me loose.
And thanks for the post Bob.
[ August 27, 2002, 06:32 PM: Message edited by: Ricky Simpson ]
Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
Sorry to hear about your business being flooded again. Special thoughts and prayers are with you during this stressfull time. Judy
Posted by faye welsh (Member # 2524) on :
Glenn, sorry about your misfortune. you are such a good person, it is people like you who keep the world a nice place to be in, hope you get swept out and up and running. you will be in my prayers.take care, and stop and give your mom a hug, i am sure she could use one, and so could you..fiddles Posted by Eric Barker (Member # 2972) on :
Glenn, My family and I are praying for you. Stay safe and dry.
Posted by Jackson Smart (Member # 187) on :
......Bummer! Posted by Kissymatina (Member # 2028) on :
Jackson said it all.
Glenn, have ya thought of moving to the desert where it doesn't rain? Or building the first sign shop on a boat so you're ready when this happens?
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