Another update from New Orleans (by Zuul) [View all]

[zuul]

I do not expect to have power or internet for at least a few weeks. I do have running water but we’re on a boil advisory. But it’s nice to be able to shower. It’s amazing how fast you get used to cold showers (I’m sure there’s a joke in here somewhere but I’m too tired to think straight.)

Sleeping is tough because of the heat. During the day I can usually find a breeze on the balcony or the patio. There’s a big piece of siding hanging off the house next to me and it slaps around in the breeze, so the noise makes it hard to sleep. My neighbor and I have tried to pull it down, but it’s too high and we can’t reach it. Ugh!

The 6 outdoor cats were pretty spooked by the storm, but seem to be getting back to normal. The 4 indoor cats are loving the 24-7 access the the balcony. They don’t seem to mind the heat. My family wants me to evacuate, but I don’t have anyone I trust to take care of the outside cats. Most of my neighbors stayed, but some are starting to evacuate.

I have found only one business that’s open, a grocery store just across the city line in Metairie. It was nice to be inside a building with air conditioning for a few minutes. Getting prescription refills is going to be tough.

That’s it for now. - Zuul