Waiting on Tropical Storm Fay

I live in Florida, so the last few days have left much to be desired.  As of late Saturday we knew that we would have to start making preparations for a Hurricane or storm of some sort.  So, the last few days have consisted of still trying to get last minute things prepared for the start of school, taking apart trampolines, putting away lawn furniture and toys, and prepping our food supplies, water and flashlights.  Now we wait.

The thing about hurricanes are that you have to be prepared for the worst and hope for the best.  Tropical Storm Fay has decided to take her sweet time crossing the state.  We keep getting updates that the weather will worsen soon, but now we are stuck inside.  Fortunately my boys have discovered the love of Lincoln Logs so, Daddy has had an easy time keeping them busy.

Storms like this are always good, because it reminds you of all those things you don’t have prepared.  All those things you really need to do to be prepared for a bigger storm or emergency.  I have a food supply that consists of bottle water, bread, peanut butter, chips, cookies, pop-tarts and bananas….had to get fruit in there somewhere.  My sister lives in South Florida and her and her husband were smart enough to get some MRE’s a few years ago.  I actually think that everyone should stash away a few in case of any sort of emergency.  If you are really smart you can set-up an emergency kit that fits in one large container that is good to go when you have to bolt in a hurry.

Hopefully are electricity and cable will cooperate so that I can spend some time on the computer today.  It stinks being cooped-up, but it is much brighter idea then what some people decide to do during a major storm.  The video below is off of You Tube.  Watch carefully and remember this isn’t really considered a major storm.  Good news I don’t think that he suffered any serious injuries…except for maybe his pride.  You Tube Kite Surfer.