Hurricane Ike!

3 weeks ago Hurricane Ike came to visit us. He didn't stay long but definitely caused some major damage. Luckily the house didn't get more than tree and a little siding damage. We lost a big tree in the back yard and half of one in the front. The side fence went down and we just had a lot of debris. It left us without power for 10 days and the city is just now restored to about 100% of its power although traffic lights are still out through out the city. Things are finally starting to look back to normal since the city has worked hard to get debris cleared from homes and businesses. Luckily we were very prepared with food storage and we did not have the problems that others faced since food shipments are just getting back to normal and grocery stores are still without some things. We are thankful everyday for the leadership of the Prophet and other Leaders and the guidance they give us. Paul's work is still very busy helping get homes and the city back to normal. He is not working 7 days anymore, only 6! But it is nice to have him home that one day!!!!!!! Here are some pictures of the damage to the yard and of the clean up afterward!