My boss is attending a meeting in Dallas and left a message early this morning for me to call him when I arrived at our office. His wife is in a panic, as the fires are now threatening where they live, in San Clemente, near Camp Pendleton. He wanted me to arrange a flight home for him ASAP. Needless to say, she is terrified and he is on pins and needles to be with her. Thanks to the fine and understanding AA agent, my boss will be home at around 2:30 today. They have waived change fees for him too.

I wrote to Shirley to see how she and her family were doing. I became concerned because she hasn't posted in a while. She asked that I post her reply -

Good Morning Denise,

Yesterday was a bad day.

We (daughter and I) are o.k. However, it is likely my grandson and family have lost their home - they live/lived in Fallbrook. They are here with us and, hopefully, will get some information today. I have a total of 6 extra people here and, as you can imagine, have been pretty busy.

I did not feel well at all yesterday and am sure it was due to the air quality as it is terrible. It looks somewhat better outside this morning and my chest is not hurting as bad. Everything outside is covered with a layer of ash and I am going to try and get some areas hosed off today.

In the scheme of things, we are very fortunate as some of the stories that are coming out are just horrendous. I thank God for that.

I am so touched by all the response I have had from my new LCT family. You are wonderful. Would you do me a favor and post a note on the site that I am o.k.?

I will probably dissolve in tears when I get to meet all of you. This has really put a damper on trip preparations but hope to get back on target the next couple days.

I love you all,

Shirley


Shirley, we love and are thinking of you, too! Please take care!