Update

We just wanted to let everyone know how things were going here. 

We still don't have power, but I feel that the Lord is blessing this area because it has been unseasonably cool here lately, which has made life without A/C bearable. With the cooler evenings, we've been able to keep the house at a reasonable temperature, which we know is a major blessing.

Luke has been working with other ward members to help repair house damage in our ward. Unfortunately some of the houses in Pearland were really hit hard, with big gaping holes in roofs, windows shattered and water damage throughout some of the houses. One neighborhood within our ward boundaries has been declared a FEMA disaster area and the homes of our friends are nearly uninhabitable right now. 

Luke is reporting to work tomorrow morning and we'll see how extensive the damage is down there in Freeport. It sounds like Dow is calling for "all hands on deck" and it is going to take everyone's help to get the plant up and running. I'll let him post tomorrow about his experience down there.

Thank you all for your prayers -- our area needs them. We assure you that we are doing well and we are very grateful for the blessings that we've seen evident in our life this past week. We love you all and we'll continue to keep you posted.