Makin' the best of it

Thought I'd do an update while we are in Austin "evacuating" from Ike. We're enjoying some time with Grandmama and Grandpapa but still calling the house multiple times a day hoping the answering machine picks up thus determining we have power or not. As of tonight only 27% of the Houston area has power and we are in the 73% that don't. Not that power would be the only thing we need - there isn't any gas, ice or groceries to be found. It's a sight to be seen for sure.

But like the title says, we're makin' the best of it. Carter went to Chick-fil-a today and got an ice cream cone with Grandma. He was a good little boy at the doctor. He has an ear infection, probably caught the virus that caused the bronchitis I have. I just pray that I don't get my grandparents sick. So here's the pic of Carter and his Grandma ...

Then Grandpa took Carter down to the park by the lake. Carter loves to swing, but likes it better when Grandpa swings next to him. Everytime Dad stopped, Carter would point to the swing and say "More!"

I think we'll run by Walmart tomorrow and pick up a couple new and exciting toys or things to do. He's figured out how to steer and go forward on his riding toys, so maybe a new big wheel?

Thanks for everyone who is praying for us and emailing/calling. I apologize if I'm slow to respond. I'm grateful for Grandma letting me use her computer - but I can't spend all day in here typing.

Take care!