The Storm that Wasn't

Bonnie, the tropical storm, was to hit Bonaire with 12 inches of rain and winds of 50 mph with gusts of 100 mph. The Caribbean Weather Channel kept using words like cyclone, hurricane, flooding, high winds, and waves of rain. They warned us to prepare for a major storm.

It rained for a full day which is unusual but not dangerous. No high winds, no power outages, no uprooted trees, no flying debris. It was the storm of the century that never happened.

The day after Bonnie was to hit Bonaire, the sun came out and we had a beautiful day.

We had removed everything from the patio. It never looked so clean and uncluttered. We brought all the pillows, cushions and couch covers, furniture and decorations inside so they would not blow away and because our insurance only covers things inside our house.

We spent the day putting everything back in place. At least now we have tested our disaster plan and implementation. Everything worked as planned.  I was also able to practice my worrying skills.  I am glad to report that I excel at this skill.