Two weeks ago the media were complaining that the low amount of rain associated with this year's "rainy season" would cause drought conditions.  They were bemoaning the dropping level of a key reservoir/lake south of town.  Fast forward 2 weeks ... after weeks of severe and heavy rains we now have tens of thousands of folks flooded out of their houses.  Some are under 10 feet of water.  Thankfully our house is not in a flood prone area ... and ... it sits about 3-4 feet above street level.  Now people are complaining about folks on the south side of town developing in areas that affect the water shed and water absorption rates ... which then reportedly pushes the water towards the city.

Of course, hundreds of millions of dollars have gone into water handling projects over the last 10 years ... most projects are incomplete, behind schedule, and over budget.  Some reasons are just due to inadequate planning ... some due to cultural issues. No matter the reason ... many folks are suffering.

Well ... today is Friday.  YEAH.  I know Decy has a number of social plans for today and tonight .... weather permitting.  As for tomorrow, we are considering going hashing - could be interesting in the rain.  And, unfortunately, on Sunday ... I have to work on TAXES !!!! yuk.

ciao ciao.