[Waterman]

Jnana, you make some good points.

I was able to help a heart patient that is now being cared for at the hospital. Next to us is a young family with a little girl who is taking the loss of their home much better than mother.

The need in this area is great. About 100 homes have been destroyed with many many more severely damaged. The haze is still in the air as they continue to fight fires over thousands of acres. However, there seems to be some improved weather conditions that are helping fight the fires.

If you feel led to help please do not send money to Red Cross, send it to the Salvation Army. I will explain later in another post.

Thank you for all your concern. We remain safe in an area surrounded by fires, and I expect we will be fine.

Thanks again