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29-AUG-2005 E. Fitzgerald

Galveston Beach

We have evacuated near the Galveston area. We took the kids to the beach so that they could relax for a while. My favorite 4 year old enjoyed chasing the birds and the waves.

Thank you so much for your kind words, thoughts and prayers. They have really meant a lot to me. We are watching and waiting. My home seems to have fared well according to reports from neighbors with just some moderate damage. We are now just waiting for emergency crews to clear roads and allow access.

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Guest 04-Sep-2005 16:38
Glad you're well and safe - we talked about your family the whole week. Do let us know when you get back.
Gary Winters03-Sep-2005 05:15
Glad you're okay. The hurricane has shaken me to the core, and I don't even live there. I can't imagine how some of those people are making it!
JeremyGood01-Sep-2005 06:10
Beautiful beach shot. Glad you made it out ok.
Robin Reid01-Sep-2005 02:26
Elaine I'm relieved you all made it safely. And if your home(s)? are intact that is amazing. I've wondered and worried. Prayers to the whole family.
Chris Sofopoulos31-Aug-2005 21:39
It's nice that you all are good!!!
virginiacoastline31-Aug-2005 20:50
interesting paradox . . . .this looks so like Paradise (as Karen said) and yet just a few hundred miles down the road, devastation. Nice beautiful blue you have captured =)
northstar3731-Aug-2005 15:45
Hope things won't be too bad for you when you get home.
Guest 31-Aug-2005 15:04
A beaut! And much nicer than being in amongst the chaos - all the best for sorting the mess out.
Neal Nye31-Aug-2005 12:28
I was so happy to find ut you were here and not trapped in the Superdome. I know Gayle is in Texas too, and I hope Coleen is with you too. Our most intense, positive thoughts and wishes are being sent southward to you all.
Karen Stuebing31-Aug-2005 09:46
This looks like paradise. I hope you can go home soon and everything returns to normal as quickly as possible.
Pepe Zyman31-Aug-2005 05:09
Stay safe! Our prayers go out to you, your family and community!
Bryan Murahashi31-Aug-2005 03:30
Nice quiet shot at the beach. Glad to hear the house is in good shape.
Herb 30-Aug-2005 22:48
Great news about your house
petesie30-Aug-2005 22:18
Stay safe, Elaine. I am so glad to hear the welcome news about your home. The devastation in your beloved city is so sad, but they will bring it back. My prayers are with you.
Tommy Junger30-Aug-2005 22:11
Very nice, great colors and light :)
Lee Rudd30-Aug-2005 21:30
the gulls dont have a care in the world.... so glad you evacuated safely, and I hope it isnt too long before you can get back home... take care even doing that though! best wishes
Guest 30-Aug-2005 21:28
I hope you can leave soon to go back to your house. Have a safe trip
Cindy Flood30-Aug-2005 21:06
Elaine, I am so happy to hear from you. I wish you continued safety until you get home. I went through the aftermath of Hurricanes Frances and Jeanne last year. You will have many frustrations in the few months until things get back to somewhat normal. Good luck to you and your family.
Mindy McNaugher30-Aug-2005 21:06
Elaine, so glad you were evacuated safely! And that is great news that your home has fared fairly well! You and your family continue to be in my prayers. This waiting cannot be easy, but thankfully, you are with family and you all are safe! Lovely shot of the ocean and the gulls! Sometimes children can bring joy and distraction when it is most needed!
CJ Burianek30-Aug-2005 20:53
Beautiful shot.
Glad to hear you evacuated safely - nice break from the news reports here... Best wishes for you and your family.
laine8230-Aug-2005 20:51
Thinking of you all, Elaine. Hard to believe what is happening elsewhere when you see shots like this
Pedro Libório30-Aug-2005 20:51
quite beautiful register!!!!
lovely.