[alarm rider]

lonestar,

You are in our prayers here (Maryland). Wish we could come on down and help out.

We have family, friends near Galveston, Corpus and Port Arthur, all on the road now. I was raised in South Texas, so I know the score. All I can say now is that if our good thoughts and our very sincere prayers are any comfort, take some there. Stay in touch.

AR

[lonestar]

I went West-eventually. I went North and doubled back Southwest. Got lost; found gas with short line. Only took 5 hours and the normal trip takes three when driving the main highway. I went way out of the way but think I saved time by going against the traffic.

I crossed over I-45 at Madisonville and the lines at the stations on 4 corners were were backed up down the feeder on all sides--at least 4 hours to pump--even if they had gas left.

I'm glad I don't live in Houston anymore.