You wouldn't think with the Gulf coast being 1,000 mi. away that Isaac could have much effect on me, but I'm learning my mothers' heartstrings can be tugged from any distance. I was just starting to fret about the tropical storm's course when Ben called and said his work site had been closed by emergency evacuation and he was going to St. Louis to stay with a friend for the duration. He took off yesterday morning and has arrived safely,  well out of harm's way before the storm hits. The only fly in the ointment is the air fare that he bought without insurance that will require him to drive all the way back to New Orleans to fly home Friday. If the flight is cancelled because of the hurricane maybe he'll be able to fly from St. Louis and not need to make that 10 hr drive again. I'll just be excited to see him!