Ike is taking a hike, from the new models--looks like Houston. I'd get out.
Just back from the small grocery in Port Allen where they had meat, milk, and--oh my, Kleinpeter's pralines & cream ice cream. Now THAT is progress.
Porch Salad

In the background is what is left of the the hackberry tree that exploded

The forge yard, a giant mess

Another shot of the driveway when we couldn't get out. It's hard to tell but the azalea bushes on either side are weighed down with more oak branches & debris

