Ike

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Vacuum Cleaner on Decatur

It is a windy night as the outer bands of Ike run through New Orleans.  My thoughts are with folks in Galveston and Houston and all along the Texas Gulf coast.  I didn’t watch CNN during Gustav, but find myself riveted now that the the storm is not putting me in direct danger; it’s as if I can finally bear to look now that I’ve got a little distance.  B Continue reading →

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Stormy Skies on Freret

I knew when I left my house this morning that rain and wind would hamper my ride home. But I just can’t bear to drive to school. I am addicted to my bicycle. Continue reading →

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Downed Tree on Calhoun

The air was surprisingly cool tonight in New Orleans as I rode my bike home from the gym and coffee with C.  My ride to work this morning was hard, partly because I was tired but also because of the heat.  Continue reading →

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The Superdome on Saints Opening Day

Yes, I am ready for some football.  Saints football, especially.  The NFL made much of getting the team back to the Superdome for the opening day, and, frankly, I’m glad they did.  Continue reading →