Probably should have posted this in between Ivan and Jeanne, but didn't want to make light (then) of serious situations. But, in retorspect, got this e today and thought it humorous.................

Lessons learned through Hurricane Ivan

1. An oak tree on the ground looks four times bigger than it did
standing up.

2. When house hunting look for closets with lots of leg room.

3. Shower water is much colder than kitchen sink water--and tastes just
as bad.

4. AA, C and D are the only alphabet we need.

5. The four-way stop is still an ingenious reflection of civility.

6. Radio can be the best way to watch television.

7. Chain-saw wielding men are nothing to be afraid of.

8. SUV's are the best makeshift tents on the market.

9. You can use your washing machine as a cooler.

10. It's your God-given right to sit on your back porch and eat Chinese
takeout by candlelight in your underwear.