The Storm

I figured I'd give everyone a little update on "Sandy", since most of you, dear readers, are on the West Coast and probably watching the news with concern.  The winds have picked up and they are coming from the North, which is unusual.  The sky is a moody dark grey and it should start raining anytime now.  We still have power, but the electric company has been broadcasting ominous press releases about likely widespread outages. 

Nox is tucked safely away in his stall, munching on hay with his 21 barn mates.  The stable owners are home keeping watch, and they have a back-up generator ready to go if they lose power.  They've weathered many ice storms and blizzards over the years and they assured me not to worry about Nox.  

Moose Dog and I are warm and dry in the house.  We have a fresh pan of double fudge brownies, gallons of water downstairs, and a shelf full of books to read by candlelight if the lights go out.  (We also have a generator if needed.)

Best Husband Ever is doing his superhero work and may be out all night.  I'm so proud of him.

Love to you all!

Update: It's Tuesday morning and besides a few hours of power outage last night and finding our welcome mat in the neighbor's yard this morning, we made it through the storm.  Our thoughts and prayers go to those who are dealing with much worse.