The first of several catch-up posts (with pics)

After over a year hiatus, I joined NaNoWriMo for 2020! I still don't like what they did to the website, and others don't either. It appears that many register there, then move on to Discord for groups. I am not on Discord, but found a nice group on Facebook for sprinting. And yes, I am a rebel as usual. I will be revising my children's novel. I've thought about those kids a lot, so it's time to continue their story. It's one of the major things I want to complete before I keel over. The way things have been going health-wise, I feel like I better work on it.

I finally caught 23 and Me at 50% off, and jumped on the opportunity. I am interested in knowing what they think about my health risks and food sensitivities, considering how wrecked I am, so I am waiting for the kit to arrive. I will keep you posted, of course, on the results.

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The North Central Gulf Coast has been wrecked by hurricanes this year. I was affected by two of them: Sally and Zeta. Both did a fair amount of damage, although my apartment is fine with the exception of losing the fridge and freezer. I'm living out of an ice chest until management addresses it, which will hopefully (!) happen in the coming week.

Drying parts of the floor

The fridge compressor died, resulting in an impressive leak. I'm thankful I didn't experience actually flooding. It was a mistake to restock the fridge and freezer after Sally. Everything (except the bread below) had to be thrown out. I have lost an awful lot of food this storm season.

Bread dough is the only thing I saved from the freezer.

It's not exactly pretty, but it is yummy, so I'm documenting it.

I put a short video of my flooded area on Facebook (friends only). I've chosen not to sightsee or post damage images anymore. Some folks down here are going to need help, as they also did after Hurricane Sally. As always, the best ways to do that is through disaster and food relief orgs like Salvation Army, Red Cross, Direct Relief, and Feeding America. For my immediate area, Feeding America is probably the best option, but that is a matter of opinion. Of course, there is a lot of work to do and help needed all over the central coast. This hurricane season has been record-breaking, and an exhausting mess.

For those who have asked how to help me, my Venmo is "ugottafriend" and my PayPal is KBosarge. Thank you, but please never make any financial sacrifices for my benefit. A couple of friends have helped already, and I am surviving.

Halloween was a bust, but I went next door for this cute donut.

I will end this post here.

I'll continue catching up in a day or two.

Thanks for still being here.