A couple of images from my back door after Gustav paid a visit.  The pictures really don't do justice to the sight of the mess that we see. 

It's still raining but the strong winds have died down.  I just got phone service back on so I was able to get on the computer.  I also called Kitty in S. Louisiana but didn't reach her.   I did get her answering machine and left a message.  (I found it reassuring that her machine was working.)   As for us, for the first time that I know of our entire city and county are without power.  You can't even buy gasoline.   My husband talked to someone with the power company that said this storm hit us harder than Katrina. We were without power for about a week then so I'm wondering how long this time.   Our weather radio is going off every time I turn around warning of tornados.  But we are safe and all our children are safe and we have had no damage to our house and we are thankful to God for that. 

Thank you so much to everyone who has been praying for us.  God heard and answered.  

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September 2, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by blessedmomof10

Praise God you are all safe! Praying God's continued watchful hand over you all.
God bless,
gloria

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September 2, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by homesteadinthemaking

I am so glad that you are all safe. I tell you we fared well with this one. All we have gotten is the heavy rain and it looks like it is just about over. Praise the Lord!!!

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September 2, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by stitchnchick

I'm sorry that you were hit hard, but SO grateful that you and your family weren't harmed in the process. I'll pray that power will be restored quickly for you all. Thanks also for mentioning Kitty. I have been so worried about her situation.

Amy

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September 2, 2008 - Praise the Lord!

Posted by quiltercmr

I have been praying specifically for you, your family and Kitty, as well as all the others impacted by the storm. Thanks for updating us on how ya'll are doing.

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September 2, 2008 - thank you!

Posted by stitchesbyteresa

I just wanted to tell you thank you for taking the time to update us as we have worried about you and Kitty both. I hope we hear from her soon. I'm so sorry for the damage you have! But praise the LORD you are all safe and sound!

(((HUGS)))
Teresa

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September 2, 2008 - glad you are alright

Posted by surfercajun

you have a lovely place. I can understand your fears. My hubby and I stayed up till 1am on Sunday wondering about folks like you.

lisa

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