As Hurricane Ivan approaches the Gulf Coast, people are streaming out of their homes hoping and praying that there will be something left when they return! Some people (Andre, Gui, Luis and girls! lol) are taking their time.

It seems like there will be little relief this season from the treacherous hurricanes and tropical storms! My heart goes out to everyone who's lives have been dramatically changed by these storms! First and foremost for everyone is to be safe! Get out of the path of this storm. Homes can be rebuilt, your life cannot be reclaimed once taken. Don't think twice about leaving, just leave! It may be difficult to leave all that you have to the destruction of this hurricane, but the most precious thing you have is your family, friends and yourself! Do not loose sight of this to protect your home, your boat, your store! Protect the people that you cannot live without! They might be with you, they may be hundreds of miles away from you, but you can still keep them safe by keeping yourself safe and out of Ivans way!

Andre, Gui and Luis, I will be thinking of you this week! I hope that this forced vacation from Ivan is easy on you! I am here for you always Andre, like the big sister you never wanted to have! lol...... Be careful on the road, if you see someone that needs help call the police for them! There are too many people displaced in Florida right now so please do not take the chance in helping someone....Let the police take care of it!.......I worry, Asi soy yo........Deal with it!
Amor e beijos a voce!