Hurricane Irma Update

It seems the center of the storm is passing to the north of Haiti.  The storm is greatly influencing our weather.  It is certainly windier than normal and raining intermittently, but we are not receiving and if I am interpreting the maps on the National Hurricane website correctly not very likely to receive actual hurricane force winds, thanks be to God!  I have no doubt that even this relatively mild (especially compared to what we could have received if the storm's path had been only slightly different) is probably causing great problems for some people in this area.  There are so many people in Haiti with housing that does not seem strong, whose roofs could easily fly away, or who live in areas that flood frequently.  Let us pray for them and hope that the storm continues to do little harm here and elsewhere.  I pray for all those in other places where the storm was much worse who have already been harmed and for those in places that will receive a visit from Irma in the coming days.

This is a tree in our driveway.  It was taken a little while ago.  You can see it is wet and a bit windy, but not bad at all.  

My heart goes out to anyone who experiences great problems as a result of hurricanes and other natural disasters.  If this storm is coming your way please be careful.  Be assured of my prayers.   If Irma arrives at your doorstep and the only things you lose are a few days of electricity or drinkable tap water, please, remember that many of our brothers and sisters in our world never have those luxuries.  

Thank you, everyone, who is praying for Haiti and for me and for those who have expressed concern.  I appreciate you!   Take care.  Be safe.