I\’ve been released! For a couple of days I didn\’t quite dare to go riding as usual. Weather forecasts were dire: \”Tropical storm conditions possible\”, and such statements. I didn\’t want to risk being unable to ride back home if the wind got too strong for me.

It feel great to get outdoors and ride again! Today is Friday, too, which makes it even better!

Locally, we\’ve been released from worrying about Hurricane Laura. We were very lucky. Unfortunately thousands of others have much to worry about. Of course Hurricane Laura caused plenty of damage; and sadly, the death toll is rising.

After I clocked out from work-at-home and shut down the work laptop, I decided to get Chinese takeout. I think I was tired and stressed more than I was actually hungry. The ride to get my supper got me outside and moving, which helped me to feel better.

While outdoors, I saw a big cloud towards the West that seemed to be building up rapidly. Fifteen minutes after I got back home, I noticed that it was getting darker outside. I was glad I had ridden my hybrid to get that Chinese food, instead of walking; but I suppose my bike trunk will smell like fried rice for a while!

It looks like the weather will be OK tomorrow morning. I want to ride to Wal-Mart for a few things. Maybe I can get what I want there, and go to the salvage store afterwards! I\’ve never done that before, but there should be no reason why I can\’t.