The extent of damage throughout Texas and the Southwest will not be known for several weeks. But what we do know is that Southwest farmers and ranchers and their employees endured harsh conditions, were creative and innovative, and exhausted every avenue to care for their livestock, families and operations. The days and weeks ahead will be spent assessing and reporting the damage and developing a plan to move forward.

Dee Ann Littlefield, Henrietta, Texas, said it well in her Feb. 22 post:

"Just all back to “normal” now. Kids go back to school tomorrow. I go back to work. Chris goes back to riding and ranching under normal conditions. But one thing is for sure: we will never forget the time Siberia Came to Texas. What a week of challenges, lessons and blessings. So many people have blessed us in the kindest and most thoughtful ways. We are so appreciative. Thank you all."