September 18, 2008
Hurricane Ike - Day Five
METRO switched their plans overnight and so my Park & Ride was on a different schedule (actually the normal one). Bad timing meant I could not let them drive for me today. Bad results - two hours in stop and go traffic in the morning and more than two to get home. All due to failed signals.
Tonight, I finally went down U.S. 59 and swung around to the Grand Parkway. More miles but at least the wheels were turning. Tomorrow will be worse as even more drivers hit the road, but I will definitely make my bus on time.
Many co-workers are still suffering with their homes, but manage to stay cheerful. Someone without power brought a dozen of these today.
I was impressed.
Anyone noticed the announcement of Hollywood's outpouring of support? Or the national media? Telethons? Hotlines? I didn't think so.
But the Southern Baptists have arrived and started cooking for the folks who can't otherwise get a hot meal. That's some real charity.
Posted by Alan at September 18, 2008 10:23 PM