Going Out With a Bang

I haven't been the world's best blogger lately. As you might imagine, I've been saying goodbyes, packing, selling various sundries and even finding time to write a word or two. That's why you haven't heard from me lately.

If you don't hear from me until next week, though, that's not the reason: Typhoon Man-Yi is the reason. It comes bearing 105 mph winds, torrential rains, and a new experience for me. You can track the progress here.

This sounds like hollow reassurance, but let me tell you seriously not to worry. Everything's made out of concrete here, and Okinawa is built to withstand these weather patterns. People just hunker down, having hopefully stocked up on water, food, flashlight batteries and beer. Not necessarily in that order.

I'm going to spend tomorrow picking out books and checking my supply stores. If you can't get ahold of me, that's why.