Here we are. A friend of ours on the fire brigade has said she expects the evacuation to last 7-14 days. :sadface: They're working hard to protect the houses in our area though. I still have hope. I sure hope the house doesn't burn; I forgot my kilt and the associated kit. I would be sickened to lose that, more than most other possessions.

But my mood still feels stable despite the stressors of the day. (Have I told you where we're staying?)