"To Appreciator: In a twisted sort of way, it's kind of comforting to see that I'm not the only one who has a tiny brain fart trying to do something quite simple to do at this site (LOL).

To Abbiefan1: I think we're neighbors! I live in the state right next to yours called the State of Frustration. How's your weather over there in the State of Confusion? Here, it has been one black storm after another for over a month, but the sun will shine again soon *smile*."

"Abbiefan1.. I saw Fay making her rounds. I do feel so sorry for those who got it straight in the face from her awesome power. Mother Nature is a very strict woman. I hope you are ok. Please be careful!!"

"That's true. I am not in the projected path of Gustav, but could be impacted my Hannah if that one gets it's act together. Hurricanes are nasty things, but at least unlike earthquakes or tornadoes, you can get to safety in most cases before they hit. Due to several factors, New Orleans was caught flat footed by Katrina and being below sea level didn't help matters at all. I live on high ground so flooding is not a problem. I was however stranded when Floyd came through. We were like an island and could not go anywhere for days. My hopes and prayers are for those in peril."