Aloha – just wanted to post a note in case anyone is wondering. We had a big storm last night – 60mph gusts – and didn’t sleep much but we’re all ok. We lost a fence that needed to be replaced anyway, so that was nice. Took care of that demo for us! Most of the island is without power, trees are down and schools are closed. So far our roof seems to be holding – no leaks. This will be the last time that I pray specifically for something – last night Sammy and I prayed for snow, just once, in Hawaii. I really miss snow. I guess God figured that if he sent down rain fast enough sideway it’d look like snow! I do think I spotted some hail out the window. The winds come from the Big Island (called Kona winds) and race down the Ko’olau peaks. They gather speed as they descend the 2000′ and over the windward side. That’s why the gusts got so high – downdrafts I guess.

The kitchen project is proceeding nicely. Our carpenter is having to fix his roof so today is on hold. The high winds yesterday made people really really edgy. I had to talk multiple contractors off the ledge and help them destress. It’s like the horses were when it was windy on our farm (when I was a kid).  Sam slept fine through it all. So did Dave. I guess we could lose our roof and I’d be the only one standing watch! If a hurricane is forecast, I think I’m outta here. I’d take 6ft of snow any time over winds. They are freaky. You never know when the next crack or bang is going to be the big one. Thank goodness we have double wall!