9:00PM Update

The wind has picked up a little bit, but nothing serious, yet.  The rain is continuing somewhat haphazardly.  Some lightning is now starting up nearby, and I think it's about time to turn off the computer.  I continue to think that, for our area, this thing has been overblown, (and continues to be, based on the panic stricken emails that the local governments are Thanks to the friends who have called and emailed.  The Manor is (so far) quite safe and dry.  Sooner or later we're almost certain to lose power, just because a single tree falling down can cause that.  But so far, so good.  Time for another bourbon.  See ya tomorrow....