One more thing, just in case the local water supply is impaired, we will fill both bathtubs with water before we leave, so we will have flushing water for the toilets. Now it looks like the storm may pass further east, good for us, but not good for those further east. It's really difficult to tell what it's going to do, so we have the weather channel on all the time today.

Pat in Rockport, TX

I am thinking of all my friends on the TX coast and you are in my prayers! Mary Kay

Lynn, DH and I have never regretted "over preparing" for a storm. With high winds lose of electricity is a real concern. Flashlights, batteries, and candles are good to have. We discovered, though, that if the house is hot candles only make it worse. If you use a well for water start filling up containers now. If an evacuation is ordered or even suggested please don't hesitate! Your house is important but personal safety is the priority! A lesson learned from Katrina: Don't trust flood zone maps.

Everyone BE SAFE!!!

Sherry in S MS

I continue to pray for everyone in the line of these storms.
Karen

Yes, even tho Houston (and we are in S.W. Houston) is usually far enough in-land (30-60 miles) we don't worry toooooo much. But with all the building and drainage changes from year to year, one doesn't have the guarantee that just because it didn't flood 20 years ago, doesn't mean it won't this year. And of course that is just the rain from above in that case. Then there is the rising water from the gulf - for those closer to the shore, that's another whole story.

And then there is wind damage. Just how much do we need to plan for, that is the question? When it's blowing 100 mph, alot more is at risk than just the loose stuff on your patio and porch.

Prayers for safety and wisdom coveted here on the Texas Gulf Coast this weekend.

As our old preacher used to say, Pat, - Mercy Journeys to you!

Lynn

Pat you have my prayers. I'm so very glad y'all are evacuating and that you didn't wait till the last minute! Too many folks make that mistake and end up stuck on a highway. :shock: Take care!
Sherry in S MS

Please add all of us on the Texas coast to the prayer list. This is a huge storm and will more than likely affect us all. We're running to San Antonio to stay with a friend, and will leave tomorrow after lunch. Had planned on leaving Friday, but the outer bands of this enormous storm will be coming on shore then.

Pat in Rockport, TX

ritzy

Kate is on my prayers.

Margarita in Auburn, CA

Thank you--I sure do appreciate all you prayer "warriors". You warm my heart.

I responded to your prayer request on your Member Blog, then thought to look here. I'm glad you posted in both places! Praying that Kate recovers quickly from her illness and that the Lord protects her and keeps her.

Call DGD Kate to wish her happy birthday and she is sick. 102-103* temp. the last two days. Please pray for her. Thank you.

Teri I know this is a very hard time for you and DH. I am praying for you and hoping you have little bits of encouragement to keep you strong during this time. Now phone ring, please.

And Linda praying for brain cells to get active LOL. I remember going thru training many moons ago for the airlines. They gave us 2 4inch thick books to read/memorize before training even started. Oye I worked hard. I hope he can be patient with himself.

I will pray, too, Teri. That's a very uncomfortable place to be. But God knows your needs and he will meet you there - just trust! If not this job, then something better...
In the realms of jobs, my DH has to take a test for the Arkansas Contractor's License. He cannot begin the project here in Arkansas until he gets it, even though he's been a contractor in Wisconsin for over 30 years. He's not a book-type-of-guy, and the studying is getting to both of us! Test is on Sept. 20. Please pray that he will (1) understand the material, (2) have good recall at test time, (3) pass the test, and (4) anything else you think is appropriate! Thanks.

Sending a prayer your way Teri. I hope he gets the job.

Karen