Bobby and Amy Tull, and their three little girls, Piper, Ava, and Lily, are still trying to come to terms with a fire that destroyed their home on Jan. 9.
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“We are doing alright given the circumstances,” said Amy. “So many family and friends have reached out just to let us know that they’ve heard the news and are sending their love. It’s touching to know how many people truly care about your family.”
The family was away at the time of the fire. They were staying with a family friend while their house was being treated for mold. During that time, the pipes froze in the basement. A space heater used to thaw the pipes was the source of the fire.
Everything in the house — furniture, appliances, clothing, even family pictures and keepsakes — was destroyed or damaged by the fire.
Amy had packed about one week’s worth of clothes in a suitcase for her and the girls; so that is all they had.
“Our girls are incredibly brave and I’m thankful they understand what happened, feel safe, and can ask questions and express how they are feeling,” says Amy.
Bobby, an over-the-road truck driver, has met with a representative from the insurance company and is expecting a report in the next few weeks regarding the feasibility of rebuilding any part of the house. He was advised that it would be more financially practical to replace things than try to clean them.
In the meantime, the family is staying with Amy’s parents in Maryville. There is no room to store items like clothing, furniture and appliances. The family would appreciate financial donations in order to meet their everyday needs.
A family friend has set up an account through YouCaring, an online fundraising website. Businesses in Gallatin, including Dungy’s Supermarket, have donation cans available.
“Those of you who have offered help, support, hugs, care packages, and given us cards, thank you so much for loving on us and taking care of our family,” says Amy.