My brother went back to Afghanistan 1 day before the storm hit. He sent his wife and son away 2 days before that. She came home as soon as he was on his way back to Afghanistan. In other words she did not stay put. She rode out the storm at home after my brother had her and his son in a safe place before he left. We have not had news yet from her. I cannot reach my brother. So, that is my news. I hope everyone who was caught in the storm is well.

Oh dear,

I do hope everything is alright with your loved ones!  

I think the ocean is angry with us.  We have ignored the ecosystem for so long that these storms have been whipping up stronger and stronger.

I don't know how much more abuse our planet can take before the whole ecosystem collapses and it looks bad for all of us!

Jewelofthesouth,

It's been a week and I am still worried to know if you made contact with your sister in law.  Please update when you get the chance for all who read this thead. You might be under the weather, but I wasn't sure if it was your health or some news.  I have read that many are still without power, and the situation is not good.  My thoughts are with the families still affected by this.  Wondering how they are really holding up.  With last weeks dip in the stock market we really didn't hear any updates.  When you get the chance please let us know.  Take care.

Safe Journey