"Hurricane" Ernesto. What a wimp. Looks like Cuba pretty much did him in, so now all Florida is going to get is a whole lot of rain.
I had fun writing the invitation to my not-a-hurricane party, so I'll post it here for your enjoyment. I wish my blogging friends could come! But who wants to fly to Florida during a big rain storm?

Hi All,
I hope you will be able to attend tonight's dinner party, which is now called a big rain party as opposed to a hurricane or tropical storm party!
The event is no longer potluck (unless you would like to bring something, which is always welcome!) Here is the menu:
I have put a brisket of beef in the crock-pot, as well as some carrots, potatoes and onions. There are no side dishes. I have no time for side dishes. You may wish to bring beano. That is up to you.
On our libations menu, I have half a bottle of white wine (thanks to Lynn), and an assortment of reds. Of course, fuzzy navel wine coolers and rum and coke are available by request. As are any number of anxiety medications. (For both women and canines.)
For dessert, we will be having a dark chocolate fondue with almost-ripe bananas and peaches, and very ripe plums. It's the best I could do. We will not be having any cake with the fondue, because let's face it-- who among us wants the extra carbs?
For after-dinner entertainment, we could play "Worst Case Scenario Survival Game", which I have, or Rummikub (Lynn, please bring the Rummikub!)
We look forward to the pleasure of your company!

Again, Bloggers: wish you were here! :)