IKE is headed our way.

Yikes! We are headed to Austin this morning. I feel so many things. I do not have the time to put it all down this morning. I'm trying to get as much done as possible before the kids wake up. I pray you are safe and secure. Much love, Ang

YIKES!

I have no idea why part of that last post is bigger and bolder that the rest of it. Anyone else know?

The Gift from Hurricane Gustav

Like most everyone on The Gulf Coast, we spent a big part of the holiday weekend considering if we needed to evacuate. Fortunately, we did not have to. But, each time this comes up, we get a little more prepared. Thanks to Sara, we now have an overhead cargo carrier so that we can have room to take our stuff and our dog. Having Abby added a whole new dimension to the evacuation plans!! And thanks to Steph and The Jordans for a safe place to evacuate to.

Instead of evacuating, we had the opportunity to celebrate with one of our favorite 9 yr olds, Lauren. She had a fabulous birthday celebration that included a nice breeze (thanks to our friend, Gustav). Not only that, but we got an awesome gift from Hurricane Gustav - a visit from The Caldwells! They had to evacuate and we got lucky enough for them to spend one night with us. It's always a good time when we get together and this time was no exception. Beaumont was blessedly spared, so they were able to return home Tuesday.

I want to add a note about this picture. First, thanks Sara for taking it. Second, the ledge the kids were on was too small for all of them. Cody and Alex were vying for the same small spot and just before this picture Cody had been shoved out of the way. It wasn't like that sounds. It was halarious - even to Cody. I love that the kids are so comfortable with each other. I hope that's always the case.

Signing off, Angie