Ike is on the way.  I know how it feels to be in the path of so much wrath an furry.  I do wish you the very best.  Please know that this post is short, to the point and not written for points.  It is written to wish all of my Texas friends and neighbors God's speed and protection in the next few days and his patience and endurance in the next few weeks.

All the strength you have shown in history, you will need to draw upon now to help one another.  Remember that neighbor to the east, Louisiana, that you have helped several times in the past few years?  We're here waiting to help.  Hang in there and send us a Howdy when the coast is clear.  God bless!