Thursday, September 4, 2008

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

1 comment:

Sara said...

I was there in person for all of your blog comments this time and I am just cracking up. There is something about seeing it all in writing! SO happy we didn't have to evacuate and Lauren was able to have her party! I'm excited about our cargo carrier too... Tom wants it for the extra gas and I want it for the extra STUFF! :)