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crystalsmom · 08-28-2005, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Carters Mom

Pat:

It did say I was suspended on my name the other day in all the fallout but it must have been an error because I was unsuspended without intervention and just a few minutes after the initial occurrence.

I'm in Ruston, Louisiana which is midway between Monroe and Shreveport on Interstate 20 at the northernmost edge of Louisiana's border with Arkansas.

I'm about 250 miles northwest of home (Lafourche Parish - Thibodaux) and am out of harms way. We expect about 30 mph winds here with a 50% chance of rain but the rain will probably be from the trough of low pressure that will be guiding the path of the hurricane.

We have reservations here until Wednesday and then will go to Lafayette for a week if we can't return home for whatever reason (tree down on the house, ripped off roof, flood damage, no electricity, etc.).

Thank goodness for laptops and Internet!!!! I'd be bored out of my mind!!!

Carter and Cooper miss home but are adjusting to our home away from home at the wonderful Choice Inn! lol

Thanks for all the concern!!!

Lisa

So glad you are all safe!!

Carters Mom · 08-29-2005, 02:24 AM

Its looking like it may not be as bad as it could be. The track has finally turned north and the eye will cross a tad farther to the east than was expected which is good news for most of south Louisiana.

I believe my sister either lost electricity or dsl just a moment ago since her AIM logged out.

Lisa

Carters Mom · 08-29-2005, 07:07 AM

Haven't been able to contact our neighbors that stayed for the hurricane. As soon as we can get a damage assessment, we'll decide when we'll leave for home. We've been told there are widespread power outages and lots of roofs needing repair.

No sense in leaving where we are to get stuck in massive traffic jams where people are trying to return too early. Roads have to be cleared first and live wires cut.

Lisa

lily's mom · 08-29-2005, 07:28 AM

Stay safe! I hope you have minimal damage and able to return home soon.

MeganS · 08-29-2005, 07:30 AM

i'm glad you're doing ok. i'm still thinking of you!

Carters Mom · 08-29-2005, 07:32 AM

I've read reports of downed trees and impassable streets in my hometown of Houma. No reports from Thibodaux yet. Both cities are under curfew since 8 PM last night. No one is allowed to be out and about because there were mandatory evacuations.

The 9th Ward in New Orleans is devastated. There will be catastrophic damage in places.

Lisa

red98vett · 08-29-2005, 07:59 AM

LISA ! I'm glad to see your name - Glad you're ok - what a scary thing to be going thru for you and all the people of N.O. it's looking better than expected but there is still the devestation of the wind and rain to deal with - and power outages - man ...what a TERRIBLE storm !

Joy · 08-29-2005, 08:11 AM

I'm also glad your safe and sound. Its such a scary thing to go through. Thanks for all the updates.

miezzi · 08-29-2005, 08:18 AM

Lisa- I have been watching the news, and I haven't heard much yet regarding your parish. I will be keeping the news on though. But at the Superdome where there are thousands of people, the roof is slowly being torn apart. So many people there...I am praying for them. But there are reports that Souther LA are faring much better than anticipated. But flooding is what they are still concerned about. I hope you can get in contact with your sister soon. Please stay safe! Hope everyone os ok!!!!

Carters Mom · 08-29-2005, 08:27 AM

My sister's house didn't sustain damage. Their neighbors have shingles missing on their roof. One of the shutters on my sister's house came undone during the storm and her husband refastened it to be sure nothing crashed through their window.

I talked to someone not far from my house and all she could say is that there are trees down and no electricity. They decided to leave their house last night so still have no damage assessment on our home itself.

Lisa

sylvan · 08-29-2005, 08:33 AM

You all have our prayers for a safe return home.

Carters Mom · 08-29-2005, 08:43 AM

Thanks!

The Governor requested that no one begin returning. It is definitely way too early to consider going back. With so many people that evacuated over 3 or 4 days, it will be a madhouse trying to get back home.

We'll take our time and travel backroads as much as we can as long as they are passable.

Lisa

Marie · 08-29-2005, 08:50 AM

Lisa,
Im glad that you are safe. I will have you and family in my thoughts and prayers. Please keep us posted.

yorkieusa · 08-29-2005, 09:54 AM

Lisa,

So far, and I have to add so far, it sounds as though your home may be safe. I hope so.

Crossing fingers...

Carters Mom · 08-29-2005, 05:37 PM

One of Courtney's friends returned home this afternoon. In the eyes of a 15 year old, we don't have any damage but I'm sure she wasn't looking at the roof. She said our fence gate won't close but if that is all we have, we're lucky.

She stated there were two larger branches down in the front yard and twigs.

She will call us as soon as the electricity is restored.

My sister lives in Houma and her electricity was restored about 7:00 PM tonight. We can only hope our electricity won't be long.

Lisa

08-29-2005, 02:24 AM	#17
Carters Mom YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: LA Posts: 1,568	Its looking like it may not be as bad as it could be. The track has finally turned north and the eye will cross a tad farther to the east than was expected which is good news for most of south Louisiana. I believe my sister either lost electricity or dsl just a moment ago since her AIM logged out. Lisa __________________ Lisa Proud Marine Mom Carter, Cooper & Crissy's Mom and Sebastian's Nana Never underestimate the warmth of a cold nose!

08-29-2005, 07:07 AM	#18
Carters Mom YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: LA Posts: 1,568	Haven't been able to contact our neighbors that stayed for the hurricane. As soon as we can get a damage assessment, we'll decide when we'll leave for home. We've been told there are widespread power outages and lots of roofs needing repair. No sense in leaving where we are to get stuck in massive traffic jams where people are trying to return too early. Roads have to be cleared first and live wires cut. Lisa __________________ Lisa Proud Marine Mom Carter, Cooper & Crissy's Mom and Sebastian's Nana Never underestimate the warmth of a cold nose!

08-29-2005, 07:28 AM	#19
lily's mom Lily Loves Maximus Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Missouri Posts: 2,633	Stay safe! I hope you have minimal damage and able to return home soon. __________________ Lily and Dawn

08-29-2005, 07:30 AM	#20
MeganS Donating YT 7000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: New Jersey Posts: 12,016 Blog Entries: 1	i'm glad you're doing ok. i'm still thinking of you! __________________ Megan "I have my dreams, I have made plans." - The Pirate Queen All Gave Some; Some Gave All

08-29-2005, 07:32 AM	#21
Carters Mom YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: LA Posts: 1,568	I've read reports of downed trees and impassable streets in my hometown of Houma. No reports from Thibodaux yet. Both cities are under curfew since 8 PM last night. No one is allowed to be out and about because there were mandatory evacuations. The 9th Ward in New Orleans is devastated. There will be catastrophic damage in places. Lisa __________________ Lisa Proud Marine Mom Carter, Cooper & Crissy's Mom and Sebastian's Nana Never underestimate the warmth of a cold nose!

08-29-2005, 07:59 AM	#22
red98vett Yorkie Kisses are the Best! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Houston TX Posts: 33,590 Blog Entries: 1	LISA ! I'm glad to see your name - Glad you're ok - what a scary thing to be going thru for you and all the people of N.O. it's looking better than expected but there is still the devestation of the wind and rain to deal with - and power outages - man ...what a TERRIBLE storm ! __________________ Villette, Chanel & Cheri www.DesignsByVillette.net Custom Address Labels and Note Cards using YOUR Photos! Just Click HERE!

08-29-2005, 08:11 AM	#23
Joy BANNED! Join Date: May 2005 Location: Maine Posts: 2,094	I'm also glad your safe and sound. Its such a scary thing to go through. Thanks for all the updates.

08-29-2005, 08:18 AM	#24
miezzi I Love My 3 Lovebugs! Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: north east ohio Posts: 4,776	Lisa- I have been watching the news, and I haven't heard much yet regarding your parish. I will be keeping the news on though. But at the Superdome where there are thousands of people, the roof is slowly being torn apart. So many people there...I am praying for them. But there are reports that Souther LA are faring much better than anticipated. But flooding is what they are still concerned about. I hope you can get in contact with your sister soon. Please stay safe! Hope everyone os ok!!!! __________________ ~Mandy~Proud Mommie to Luigi, Brasco & Livi

08-29-2005, 08:27 AM	#25
Carters Mom YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: LA Posts: 1,568	My sister's house didn't sustain damage. Their neighbors have shingles missing on their roof. One of the shutters on my sister's house came undone during the storm and her husband refastened it to be sure nothing crashed through their window. I talked to someone not far from my house and all she could say is that there are trees down and no electricity. They decided to leave their house last night so still have no damage assessment on our home itself. Lisa __________________ Lisa Proud Marine Mom Carter, Cooper & Crissy's Mom and Sebastian's Nana Never underestimate the warmth of a cold nose!

08-29-2005, 08:33 AM	#26
sylvan YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Eastern PA Posts: 2,484	You all have our prayers for a safe return home.

08-29-2005, 08:43 AM	#27
Carters Mom YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: LA Posts: 1,568	Thanks! The Governor requested that no one begin returning. It is definitely way too early to consider going back. With so many people that evacuated over 3 or 4 days, it will be a madhouse trying to get back home. We'll take our time and travel backroads as much as we can as long as they are passable. Lisa __________________ Lisa Proud Marine Mom Carter, Cooper & Crissy's Mom and Sebastian's Nana Never underestimate the warmth of a cold nose!

08-29-2005, 08:50 AM	#28
Marie Mom loves Gucci Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: New York City Posts: 6,427	Lisa, Im glad that you are safe. I will have you and family in my thoughts and prayers. Please keep us posted. __________________ Huggies, Gucci and Marie http://www.dogster.com/?132187 "I have been egged"

08-29-2005, 09:54 AM	#29
yorkieusa Crazy about Kacee! Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas Posts: 21,173	Lisa, So far, and I have to add so far, it sounds as though your home may be safe. I hope so. Crossing fingers... __________________ Karen Kacee Muffin 1991-2005 Rest in Peace My Little Angel

08-29-2005, 05:37 PM	#30
Carters Mom YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: LA Posts: 1,568	One of Courtney's friends returned home this afternoon. In the eyes of a 15 year old, we don't have any damage but I'm sure she wasn't looking at the roof. She said our fence gate won't close but if that is all we have, we're lucky. She stated there were two larger branches down in the front yard and twigs. She will call us as soon as the electricity is restored. My sister lives in Houma and her electricity was restored about 7:00 PM tonight. We can only hope our electricity won't be long. Lisa __________________ Lisa Proud Marine Mom Carter, Cooper & Crissy's Mom and Sebastian's Nana Never underestimate the warmth of a cold nose!