James' therapy session yesterday

 Was really bad and he kept crying after...he had to log out then go to bed.....he is thinking about going on disability, so I reached out to Rachel to ask more about it from Herb. His doc mentioned he needed to be on it, which is something he never approves, but he mentioned he would approve it for James. So, we are going to start researching more about it....more to come.

James had another meltdown at work

 He took his meds and logged out, so let's see if this helps him with his mental state....he has another therapy session on Thursday- let's hope it helps.

Hugged Mom and Dada (finally)

 Stayed with Wyll at his hotel, then had issues with the car so I couldn't make it to mom the next morning.

Enitre city was closed today- no food, no gas, no bars, no restaraunts, no clothing stores, nothing!

 I think it was due to the hard freeze and the water issue in Austin...hopefully, everything is fine tomorrow.

Boil water notice now in effect....

 water pipes are throughout the city are starting burst...this is not good. We started to boil water to get the kids and to use for anything else. If we can make it through today, I think we should be good....just nervous about how the pipes will thaw and what will that cause....

Winter storm has major impacts to Texas

 OK.... no water, no eleclricity, no food, no gas....this is crazy! the ceos of the electricity should be accountable!

Mom & Dad going over to Bill's

 Although none of them have heat, Bill has a gas stove so they can cook and use the stove for heat......

FEB 15, 2021 - Birthday

 Worst day ever...city is shut down, roads are closed, all business are closed, power outages throughout the city/state. Mom and dad, Bil and Julissa and Rachel and Herb- all without power today. The city has opened warming centers for folks who have not had any power in days.....folks are demanding what caused all these power outages and folks are wanting to know why they started rolling power outages. Initially they mentioned it would only take 15 - 30 mins power off, but for most customers it has been days now!!!! This is crazy.....this storm has caused so much damage and has broken so many records. This is a once in a lifetime event- for sure :(

We have been lucky, we have not lost any power, thus far.....pipes are wrapped, blinds are closed, curtains are shut, heaters are on throughout the house and even in the garage, plants are inside, pets are inside, all faucets are dripping and blankets are blocking all doors.

Records during this historic winter storm

 3rd lowest temps in Austin history and the 4th highest amount of snow fall (6 inches in Austin)....so, we made a snow act :)

More pictures of the historic winter stomr Feb 15 2021- Happy Birthday to me!