Wednesday, November 11, 2009 - VETERANS' DAY here in the U.S.A.

         It was nice to be home today... though I've done nothing meaningful, substantial.

         No real threat of a hurricane all year and then bam, bam --- two simultaneous threats. Living along the coast there are familiar nuances that make clear what lurks directly offshore: strong winds and intermittent rains, streaking through an ominously overcast sky.

         No worries. Accustomed --- we instinctively know the difference between a passing storm and a very real threat.

         The one very real threat of obliteration, remained hidden until almost the very last second. It was so close we could have touched --- its hot breath was on my neck. Previously fearless, I prayed for mercy. It veered off-course at the final moment, chasing those who were smart enough to run all the way to Orlando.

         Hope you've had a pleasant day regardless of the weather. May God bless you as you make your way through the remainder of this week.