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Well, it was a long eight days without power but our lights are finally on. Unfortunately, there are still over 500,000 out of 4 million in the Houston area without power. Both our cell phones and land lines were out for almost five days. We still do not have cable or internet service yet so I am using my employer's web access to catch up on news and pay bills. We did not have any major damage to our house but this was the exception in our neighborhood. We live in the Spring area with many tall pine trees. I would estimate that roughly 60% of the folks around me had trees fall on their house or car or both! So far, over half the deaths attributed to Ike were caused by Carbon monoxide poisoning from generators being operated indoors.
I would also like to personally thank those of you that helped by sending aid to the Houston area. It was very much appreciated.
I would also like to personally thank those of you that helped by sending aid to the Houston area. It was very much appreciated.