Irene

Decision made.  The hype and drama of the Weather Channel and NOAA notwithstanding, we couldn't afford to take chances with our safety, so we drove 150 miles back west to Herkimer NY to stay in a safe campground with full cable TV, wifi, restaurant, and laudromat.

It's ironic that we were relieved Hurricane Irene was going to miss Florida while we were gone, and so we didn't have to worry about damage to our condo, only to find ourselves in her path 2 weeks later.

So we sit, waiting for Irene to pass over.  It has been raining constantly since about 2:00 AM, but fortunately there has been little or no wind.  We are parked beside the Erie Canal and this afternoon the water turned muddy looking and a lot of plant and wood debris starting floating by.  The park manager assured us there is no flood danger.  It's a beautiful place to stay during the storm.

We almost forgot to mention the nice local couple we met in Vermont who spend their winters in Largo, Florida, of all places. They have a mobile in the Town and Country park on Missouri.  Small world.  We'll renew the acquaintance when get back to Florida.  Town and Country has bingo on Friday nights, which is of interest to Linda.  

We will be here until tomorrow, then back to our original itinerary.  We are determined to keep Maine on our destination list, as well as Martha's Vineyard.  While sitting in the rain today, Linda figured out the convection oven and made cupcakes.  Frank made his signature sausage and chipotle burritos, too.  Yummy.

It's good to have a slow day and just watch the world and the rain go by.  We'll be rested for the move tomorrow.