Radio Rocks

Twitter, Facebook, texting, cell phones, and even land line phones all failed us during a wicked wind burst that hit DC area last night.

Radio, the media that has been servicing the public since the early 1900's - long before the golden Internet era - continues to broadcast during emergencies, disasters and weather nightmares.

WTOP 103.5 in DC announced that Dulles Airport's computer system is shut down, some 911 systems
out, Tyson's Corner Mall A/C is out, and over one million customers are without power. Hurricane Katrina had impacted power for 750,000 customers. Temperatures soared to 104 degrees in some areas yesterday. The public is bracing for the next wave of an anticipated 110 degree heat index.

Damage included 40 trees up routed in Congressional Country Club.

Stock up on batteries and if you don't have a good old-fashioned radio at home and work, get one.

Simple Sites on the Susquehanna

A trip home to Lancaster, Pa. to rally my dad through a heart scare opened my eyes to Amish country minus the buggies.

From the miles of evergreens to the sprawling fresh corn, the ride on back roads gave me a sense of peace and tranquility. Meandering creeks led to the mighty Susquehanna River.

Sculptures of electric and wind power guarded the mouth of the waterway. Just around the river-bend vintage cottages and grand retreats dotted the banks of the summer playground.

Dad's health report is ok now. The trip was just a reminder to relax and soak in the simple joys around us.