Hurricane Sandy & here comes the cold

Our neighbors very generously taught us how to prepare for the worst.  We were nervous about getting water in the basement, a tree falling on the house, and/or losing power.  Thankfully, we were okay.

 Our beautiful butterfly bush (Caleb's favorite) did not fare well.  

But we feel fortunate this is all that was damaged.

Chris has become the master fire maker.  We are really enjoying our fireplace.