Thursday, September 29, 2005

Rita's Damage

My sister Becky sent a follow-up e-mail today:

With all the news lately about Hurricane Katrina, we shouldn't forget that Houston, Texas, has had its share of devastating weather also.

This photo illustrates the damage caused to a home when Hurricane Rita passed through the Houston area a few days ago. It really makes you cherish what you have and reminds you not to take life for granted!

Warning: The photo is quite graphic and may not be suitable for younger viewers.



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11 comments:

  1. AnonymousSeptember 29, 2005 4:11 PM

    Based on the picture,I assume your comment about the "photo" was a joke...

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  2. AnonymousSeptember 29, 2005 4:16 PM

    I'm so glad I summoned the nerve to view this dramatic aftereffect of the storm.

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  3. AnonymousSeptember 29, 2005 4:18 PM

    Thanks, KOK! This was just the smile I needed this afternoon.
    -joy freeman

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  4. AnonymousSeptember 29, 2005 4:20 PM

    Note: I have no sense of humor.

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  5. Katharine O'Moore-KlopfSeptember 29, 2005 4:26 PM

    Yes, Anon, you win the grand prize. It is a joke, one that seemed appropriate after the dramatic exodus from hell that turned out to be unneeded.

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  6. AnonymousSeptember 29, 2005 4:31 PM

    But the exodus was one helluva dry run for the next big storm! In spite of the many problems, I bet many in Houston are glad to know what to expect and how to plan better!

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  7. Katharine O'Moore-KlopfSeptember 29, 2005 4:36 PM

    Yes, Anon, you're right. But can't you at least spare a tiny giggle? Laughter's good medicine.

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  8. markfromirelandOctober 02, 2005 9:38 AM

    You have a pleasing line in wit :-)

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  9. erinberryOctober 04, 2005 5:18 PM

    Haha!

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  10. Katherine ZanderOctober 04, 2005 7:07 PM

    Terrifying. How do people go on after that?

    I'm going to go straight home and hug my kids.

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  11. Katharine O'Moore-KlopfOctober 04, 2005 7:13 PM

    How do they go on, KZ? They ask for a little chair-ity.

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