Dean's on his way, and we are definitely staying put.
We're taking all the necessary precautions, we have 12 gallons of water, ice, first aid, a full tank of gas in the car, duct tape, flashlights with extra batteries, canned food, three jars of organic peanut butter, coconut water, and 9 mangoes.
We got everything prepped around the perimeter, as well....
Making this:
Look like this:
..and this:
Look like this:
We're still not sure where we're sleeping. Our house is very secure, and we've gotten about 15 other offers from friends around the island. The hurricane shutters we have are the same ones that protect the bank windows downtown, so we have a lot of faith in our structure.
There's a well-built support system here of folks who've been through this before and look after those who haven't. There's a huge ex-pat population, and they're really there for each other in times like these.
The crews have been out taking down palm fronds, knocking down all of the coconuts, taking off long limbs and loose branches from trees that might come down.... Everything is boarded up and sandbagged... No one is taking any chances after the experience with Hurricane Ivan a few years back.
Neither of us are taking this lightly, but we honestly feel as though we'll be safe.
We've got our phones charged, and people say they'll still work after the storm.
If you need them, here are the numbers:
Zach - 345.926.2645
and
Kristi - 345.916.4515
I'll post again just as soon as possible. I'm not sure what the electrical situation will be after the storm. You'll get a full report with extensive pics just as soon as I can throw it up here....
Until then..... We love you guys.
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The pictures, the neighbors, and your calmness are all very reassuring to all us out here worrying about you two. Thank you very much for posting. Just make sure you keep your heads down.
That mean's NO going out in the middle of the storm to shoot footage with your cellphone! Got it?
We love you guys.
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