Good night, Irene.

So, we're gearing up for what they're saying is the Storm of the Century for the NE.

Hurricane Irene just shut Broadway down for the entire up-coming weekend. First time ever.

She also already ruined Kristin and Katie's travel plans, as their return flight for Sunday was already canceled, and the soonest they can get out of here is TUESDAY. So, I'll have them around for a few extra days, which will definitely be welcome.

My sublet Paul emailed me yesterday. The subject of his e-mail was "Hurricane!" and here's what it said:

Brooke,
I don't know how to prepare you for a hurricane, except to ask if you're ready for this.  Are you ready for this?

-Paul

As of now we have food, one flashlight and two bottles of wine.

I forsee another grocery run in our future. And then, yes, Paul, we're ready.

I'll keep ya'll posted!

-B.