"Hunkerin'" down

All the superpower economic muscle in the world can't save people when natures fury comes into play. Our existence is so precarious on the cosmic/global/local scale.

I've decided to stick it out in Houston, despite Rita.
The gridlock situation is too extreme.
I don't have enough supplies but I'm hoping we make it out ok in our refugee apartment.
Texans are so much more compassionate and polite than what I'm used to.


With all this hurricane drama going on, I've been leaving out a lot major stuff going on in this timeline.

There was a terrorist suicide bombing attack on London mass transit on 7/7/05.

The Afghani people had another major democratic election. Read more.
I think the main problem there is the lack of modern communication infrastructure. They are in the stone age and many weren't sure what party to vote for so they all just discussed as they waited in line.

Iraq political environment is wild but she is on the cusp of a true democratic republic.
The drafted constitution leaves much to be desired. A ratification vote is coming soon and
they have a difficult decision to make. The terrorist are flailing wiledly, killing more and more indiscriminately. An item I found recently, really touched my heart - Iraq soldiers donate to Katrina victims. It's heartwarming to think that these guys are praying for us despite the world of shit they are in.

I'm not sure if I want to continue playing music...my band personnel is in shambles and my callouses have softened. If my garage and equipment are intact, I may start it up again but as of this moment...I just don't know.

Rita

I'm in Houston now...rented an apartment... got some basics from walmart and am back to work thanks to Cebridge Cable (who are cool enough to give me a
month to month hi-speed account without setup fees).

Now that I'm settled in here I've got to run from another Hurricane...this time, Rita...she's headed toward Galveston and Houston. This is so unreal. Not sure if I'll be able to get gas. According to the news it's taking evacuees about 8 hours to travel two miles. This bitch is a category five..even stronger than Katrina.

Headed South

On our way back to Texas where we'll reside until I get the all clear to survey damage. If you can't get through to me, try a text message or email me. Next post should be early to mid next week.

Update

Thanks to everyone for keeping me in their prayers. I'm currently headed west. The phone connectivity is spotty but you can text message me at 504-905-4716.

Katrina, you bitch!

We've been all over Louisiana trying to outrun this monster. Were currently out in the country about 3 miles outside of the city. New Orleans looks like Somalia. Scary stuff. Thanks for keeping me in your prayers.

All The Best,
cel