Over here in the desert we've been getting those blood-red sunsets the past 2 nights...never a good sight to see. The smoke has now arrived even here, 100+ miles away. I can't imagine how bad it must be for you all. Know that our prayers continue.

Shirley, you deserve that tall drink poolside while gliding through the seas! CROSS might end up being the best vacation you've ever had - and even stale airplane air will be welcome to you! I am very glad you will be able to escape this for awhile. Same to Denise and Kathy who I know need a breath of fresh air!!!