Storms

Sending positive vibes to friends and former neighbors in Houston - Ike looks like it will be a big one.

We lived roughly 100 miles from the coast - people in those areas are encouraged not to evacuate, but to sit tight, loaded up with enough supplies (batteries, water, food, the necessities). Thrown the patio furniture in the pool, secure heavy objects, and be prepared for some winds and rain. But it's worse to get caught in the traffic and gasoline lines - staying put is your best bet unless you can evacuate days ahead of time.

The worst that will happen to our former area is loss of electricity; no real flooding worries out in NW Houston. Still, it can be harrowing. Stay safe, friends!