The Gulf is full of Ike. We started feeling him last night. The winds are kicking up and rain blows against our windows occasionally. We are under tornado watches and warning. Water is standing in some places around the campground, and the little lake behind our camper has white caps. The swans are on the bank with their heads tucked tightly beneath their wings. We've packed away all our loose camping gear, firmed up the stabilizing jacks, and have the weather channel on.
Rick is trying to get as many inspections done today as he can because we expect the next few days to be rainy. I took a walk up to the dumpster to carry out the trash. I wanted to get out while I could. All my life I've called the Texas Panhandle home, so 30 and 40 mph winds don't bother me, but as the winds and rain increase, my desire to take a stroll diminishes.
Our big concern is for family living in Houston. We appreciate your prayers for their safety and well being.
We've had a few power surges this morning. Many people in the Baton Rouge area are still without power from the last hurricane. If we are able to keep power and don't blow or float away, I'll try to keep you posted through the weekend. But until you see a new post, know we are doing all we can to stay safe, cool, and dry. You do the same!
2 comments:
Hi, Lavonda - I'm a fellow believer and I live in Baton Rouge - if things get tough for you, we are just down the road - and we have room and power. My husband and I are fellow campers and I don't like being in our fifth wheel in bad weather. During Gustof we had a houseful - now it is just me, my husband, and our 2 dogs. I'm really not sure how we can communicate - I am assuming you can respond to this comment. Anyway, please know that you are welcome to join us. I have enjoyed your blog.
Hi, Kado. I can't tell you how excited I get when I find out I have a reader that is not already friend or family! I wonder how you found my blog and am thrilled that you've enjoyed it. I hope you return regularly!
Thanks for the offer of hospitality. The wind never got as bad as I expected so we made it through just fine. How thoughtful of you to open your home to those in need. Thanks a bunch. I don't have a way to get out and about, so I'm at the campground all the time or I would look you up and share a cup of coffee with you! God bless!
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