We survived the big storms and tornadoes of a couple weeks ago. Suffered no damage, unlike so many other folks here in Alabama. The biggest tornado, an EF-5, passed just a few miles north of us. We feel quite fortunate to have been spared.
The storm knocked out 1600 miles of power lines in Alabama, according to the TVA. We were without power for 5 or 6 days. The storm hit on a Wednesday afternoon, and we drove to Nashville to get a generator on Friday morning. We saved the food in our 'fridge and freezer, and were able to survive reasonably well. We grilled some, and because we have a gas stove, were able to cook indoors. Hot water was the biggest challenge.
It took another few days before I was able to go back to work, but even that is pretty much back to normal. As we drive around the area, it is sobering to see the damage, but also encouraging to see people working hard to clean up and put things back in order.
My lovely bride left for a long-planned trip today. She is going to accompany her 89-year old mother in Italy for a few weeks, so the dogs and I are by ourselves for that time. I miss her already.
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Reflections as I celebrate life. I retired after 33 years of engineering-related work in aerospace, and after two years, decided to go back to work. Now trying to relocate to Huntsville, AL after living in Texas, Tennessee, Connecticut, Germany, Florida, California, and Wisconsin.
About Me
- Arnie
- Retired in November 2006 after 33 years in aerospace. Spent two years consulting, golfing, boating, and enjoying some time with my wife. The economy's effect on our retirement savings drove me back to work. I am back in aerospace, and enjoying it.
1 comment:
Well I hope all is well now Arnie, and That your wife and her mother enjoyed the trip to Italy..
I will go there someday myself. Family roots ya know?
- Lou
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