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You may recognize the name Davina Liberty from earlier posts…
The two interviews I did with her at the KIXP radio station were amazingly vulnerable, honest, and incredible. She had a dauntingly difficult childhood and vowed to herself to do every last thing she felt drawn to do once she was on her own. Since then, she has lived out hundreds of goals, and while in the midst of another one in Italy, she was informed that her house burned down.
Here is what the GoFundMe says:
As many of you now know, yesterday (2/23/26) Davina and Lu experienced a devastating house fire and lost their home. By the grace of God, Lu and Takani (their sweet dog) made it out safely. Their beloved cat, Bear, is still missing, and our hearts are holding hope for a miracle. Davina is currently out of the country and is unable to return home until Saturday, making this heartbreak even harder to carry from afar.
In the midst of this loss, we are so grateful for the incredible kindness of Adam & Shane at Beach Haven, who have opened their home to give Lu and Takani a safe place to land for the next few days. This is what community looks like. Davina is a boat captain here on Orcas Island and a faithful volunteer with the Severe Weather Shelter at Orcas Island Community Church. Lu is a retired firefighter who has spent a lifetime serving and protecting others. Together, they care for three horses and several chickens, all of whom are safe — but their lives have been completely upended.
Now it’s our turn. I am helping to raise funds to support Davina and Lu as they begin the long road of rebuilding their lives — replacing what was lost, finding stability, and knowing they are not alone in this moment. Orcas Island is known for showing up — fiercely, generously, and with love. COME ON, ORCAS. Let’s wrap our arms around Davina and Lu. Let’s give hope where there is loss. Let’s remind them that this island stands with them.
Please take a moment to go to her GoFundMe and donate as much as you can. Thank you.
This is a minor detail, but the kindhearted couple who manage Beach Haven are Shayne & her husband Justin. Adam is an employee there.