Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Good Riddance, Irene!


Hurricane Irene came and went with her Category 1 force winds and dumped a whole slew of rain on the tri-state area. She was a bit weaker than expected due to the fact that North Carolina & Virginia took on the brunt of her wrath.  To many, this was little more than the Nor'easters we are accustomed to with rain instead of snow.  But to us in the northeast, who are not accustomed to hurricanes, even a Category 1 is a big deal.

We were fortunate, our home, nor that of our friends and family, sustained any damage due to this storm.  What Irene did do was cause several hours of lost sleep due to worrying about tornadoes that were developing and the rattling of the window panes due to the wind force.  Many around us were not as lucky.  Some lost power, many homes and businesses were flooded.... proof that even a "small" storm can cause extensive damage.

What amazed me afterwards were the gorgeous blue skies that welcomed a new day after the storm.  Not a cloud in sight! After this visit by Irene, I can safely say I give it to all the folks who live in the southern states, who deal with hurricanes, most more forceful than the one that visited us, all the time. It takes a lot of work to prepare for what may come when you are in the path of a storm.  Hopefully, we don't have to deal with one again for a very long time, if at all!

Saturday, August 27, 2011

About to Weather the Storm....

We have prepared since Tuesday....
praying Hurricane Irene loses intensity or goes off to sea....
Ready to ride this storm out...
plenty of reading material and movies to watch ....
Hoping the electricity doesn't go out, we don't experience any damage, 
& this passes quickly.

Stay Safe Everyone!

Thursday, August 25, 2011

Been MIA.....

Would be wonderful to say that I was whisked away on a European vacation for the past (almost) month.....

but the reality is....having two thespians in the household is hard work! Both of them performed in a local production of BIG the Musical.  As opening night drew near, the rehearsal schedules became more frequent. They had a blast and did an amazing job.  Here are a couple of pics of them doing what they love to do best....

Lil Man

Lil Diva

Couple the show with making sure they had an enjoyable summer of water parks and amusement parks, hanging out with friends and days at the movies.  There is one thing Mom can say she is.... TIRED! But even still, with the start of the new school year quickly approaching us, I can honestly say I wish I had them on vacation just two weeks more.  They may get at each other when they are together, but being able to spend quality time with them is what I enjoy best.

Can't wait to hear how everyone's summer has been!

Wednesday, August 24, 2011


No one can make you feel inferior without your permission.
-Elenor Roosevelt