Happy to say that our electricity is back on as of about one hour ago and that Tom and I are safe and sound in Diamondhead. I talked with Lynne Johnson Grimes yesterday, and she and Sam also are fine. I've begun checking on my Franciscan family and was particularly concerned about my friend in Pearlington, MS. She had water to the ceiling during Katrina but none in her home during Gustav. I'm not sure about friends in Slidell, but think those in Bay Saint Louis are o.k. because of the elevation of their location. Picayune friends are safe.
We were very grateful to have our generator (one of those FEMA purchases after Katrina) to keep the refrigerator going as well as a light or two and a small air conditioner (purchased mainly to use with the generator when the power is out). I also enjoyed having a battery operated TV for local news. The yard is a mess but nothing like after Katrina when limbs, trees, and trash were stacked for pickup, covering the whole front yard.
We are grateful but our hearts and prayers go out to others not so fortunate, particularly in Louisiana. Now to get ready for the next one.
In Celebration of MHS Class of 1958
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
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You and everyone in the area were in our thoughts and prayers.
I second Peggy's comment. So happy to hear that you're safe and sound. Perhaps John C. will give us a report if he has electricity.
Ouida,
I have been thinking about you and all our other Mississippi and Lousiana friends these last few days. Watched the news nearly non-stop and felt such a rush of relief when it was clear that you were no longer in danger of losing your lives. Still, there will be losses of property and much inconvenience. So sorry that you have to suffer the effects of yet another hurricane.
Hugs,
Tee
Thank you all. In addition to John, Judy Johnson and Lyle come to mind. I hope all three are safe with no damage to homes. I think probably most or perhaps all classmates in Mississippi are o.k. Who else is in Louisiana? I wish everyone in these areas would report in but, of course, there is the problem of electricity right now.
Ouida: things can be replaced. people cannot. hackneyed, but true.
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