Paul Barton

Thanks to everyone who checked in on our safety after last Friday's earthquake. The Barton family is doing fine, and so are our neighbors and friends. We're seeing some really awful images coming out of Myanmar, where things are much worse. Thailand is usually known for its hot weather, and we don't get tornadoes or quakes, but we do get a lot of flooding. I was really struck by the many security videos posted online where nurses in swaying high-rises were instinctively protecting the babies and sick people, not even thinking about their own safety. And that building collapse with 90 workers is just heartbreaking. We'll probably get some aftershocks, but hopefully they'll be pretty minor.

On a personal note, Emilie's started clarinet lessons. Every Friday, she goes to music school, starting with saxophone, then drums, then lunch, and finally clarinet. She gets along really well with her teachers. Khwan and Emilie used to grab lunch at a big mall near the school, and if it hadn't been for the extra clarinet lesson, they would've been in the mall during the quake, which would've been pretty scary. Emilie said she was on the third floor of the school during her clarinet lesson when the building started swaying, and she and her teacher had no idea what was happening. Her saxophone teacher rushed up to get them out. Emilie now thinks her clarinet is lucky.

Thank you again for your concern.

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@CarylAdams-e5d

Thank you so much for taking the time out of your packed life to let us know how you & your beloved family are. From your MOST DEVOTED FAN. Caryl who was once a busy PhD college Professor who was felled by intractable back pain 42 years ago. You, your kind aura, magnificent piano, life view, elephants, art & family alleviate my pain & all the beings that come into contact with you. All our love, Caryl

4 weeks ago | 37  

@moy9022

Thank Paul for sharing 🙏 God bless you and your family

4 weeks ago | 35  

@marjamerryflower

Thank you for your update. We are grateful for your being well and safe. Praying for the people in Myanmar.

4 weeks ago | 19  

@josvahalseide221

PTL! Thank you for the update. Prayers for the souls of those who died and for their loved ones.

4 weeks ago | 10  

@Tertiary691

Glad to hear you and your family are safe. Your work has been pivotal in my development as a beginner pianist at the age of 70. Your presence on YouTube, if lost, would be a sad thing indeed.

4 weeks ago | 5

@dmswan3172

So happy to hear that you and your family are safe!🙏🏼🙏

4 weeks ago | 8

@ИринаЛевина-ы8щ

Спасибо за Ваши рассказы о событиях, чувствительные и переживательные! Пусть все образуется 🙏

4 weeks ago | 1  

@VirgoKat

Thank goodness 💜🕯

3 weeks ago | 0

@IloveLiverpool-w7f

I am thankful to hear this Paul and asking Jehovah in prayer to keep you, any extended family, and those in the country in general safe. ❤️😃😃

4 weeks ago | 3

@mercedespena9210

Thank God that all of your family are safe and also many of the neighbors as well.Stay safe.

4 weeks ago | 12  

@giana9261

Although you’re listeners are far flung in all corners of the world. I do feel like you are a friend from Nextdoor. It was so appreciated and I am so glad that you and your family are safe. Many blessings and prayers for those that have suffered the earthquake.

4 weeks ago | 3

@y_fam_goeglyd

Thank goodness! Thank you for the update, my heart has been breaking for everyone involved in this tragedy. And we can give thanks that Emilie is so talented and has parents who are able and willing to encourage her to work hard at her passion. It's so good to get good news from that region! Take care, all people there!

4 weeks ago | 4  

@mariannesoptelean7635

Gosh, I forgot you are in Thailand❗I'm so glad you and family are OK. Much love for the Barton family‼️🙏

4 weeks ago | 11  

@nancyblake1679

You snd your family are good for the soul to study and experience. It’s good just to absorb the way you are. Thank you for the your generosity in all you share💕

4 weeks ago | 0

@simone1827

I saw on the news yesterday how serious the situation is . Thank God your family was unharmed . It's so sad how many people lost their lives . I hope enough help arrives . ❤️

4 weeks ago | 1  

@arletquintero2738

I am grateful, Mr. Paul, you and your family are very good. God bless you. 🙏🧔‍♀

4 weeks ago | 2

@Disciple62

I’m grateful you are all okay

4 weeks ago | 9  

@martinteniaunviolin3187

I am so glad you posted news and happy to know you all are well. Blessings to all who are suffering because of this quake.

3 weeks ago | 0

@sylviekins

That is good news, I am sure that the people and animals of Myanmar and Thailand are very much on our hearts and minds at the moment🙏

4 weeks ago | 0

@barbgalloway736

Yes, blessings Paul and family ❣🔥💙

4 weeks ago | 2