Evacuate...
I'm getting my last minutes things together right now to get ready for travel out of Houston. Some of my friends have left east or west to escape the fearing of Rita. She's up to a Category 5, 175 mph winds. Houston could get hit pretty bad so I'm really scared! I'm just hoping for the best. Maria left at a little past 10ish and when I called her at 12ish, she said she hadn't made it past Katy! That really scares me because that means commute is gonna take forever. We're going to my cousin's in Monroe, LA. It's even further than where most people are going. I'm not sure if that's a good or bad thing.

PLEASE everyone, if you're not leaving Houston, PLEASE be SUPER CAREFUL. It scares the crap out of me what's about to happen. STAY IN TOUCH so I know you're okay. I'll be sure to do the same! Those of you that are traveling, PLEASE travel safely. Hopefully you make it to your destination safely.

Good luck and I hope to hear from you soon after Rita has gone. . .