Irene makes an appearance- albeit a small one

We decided that considering the weather forecast for Hurricane Irene that we should retreat to a place a bit more comfortable... the Hamptons. One of my favorite places.

We stayed with the Demares in a boarded up beautiful home to ride out the storm.

Saturday was spent eating amazing chef prepared food and playing with the kids in the rain. William was such a champ the whole weekend playing with a bunch of wild boys! (notice the perfectly manicured yard)

Check out that wind speed.

William getting blown around in the wind as the storm neared

This is about the extent of damage we sustained- No internet or cable- no need for this HUGE generator that would power the entire house for 5 days if needed, but we had so much fun! Other areas had severe damage- even down the street, but we felt extremely blessed to be safe and sound.

The first sight of sunlight! Thanks Irene for sparing us!