Wow, in case we aren’t dealing enough with the cancer diagnosis and fears at this time – my first chemotherapy infusion took all day on Monday – Hurricane Milton is headed our way and we are poised for a strong storm impact on Wednesday and Thursday.

I know there are many out there aware that I am in Florida, and who see the news about the coming storm. So, a quick update for our latest hurricane happenings…

• Yes, we are very much in this storm’s path, but on the east coast where impact will be significantly lessened.
• Yes, we are taking preparations very seriously, as we do with all such storms, including outdoor prep and indoor supplies.
• Yes, we are under a state of emergency at this time, as well as an official hurricane warning, as is standard procedure.
• No, we are not evacuating. We are not in any mandatory evacuation zone or flood warning zone.

This storm is going to devastate much of Florida, particularly on the west coast, where flooding and damage from Hurricane Helene is still very much present. Please be aware, however, that many mainstream media reports offer worst case scenarios only (which is prudent, to be sure all prepare to the maximum extent), but that is not what we are facing in our specific area.

Birds will be impacted with destroyed habitats, loss of food supplies, and disruption to migration, but please be aware that birds will recover.

Human recovery will take much longer with flooded roads, structural damage, power outages, and other impacts. But, we will recover. As will I on the other matter.

Thank you for continued good thoughts on both counts, your kindness is much appreciated, always.