My son and I drove out near Bastrop the other night. Saw the entire horizon glowing a sickening red. I know it's been a tough time for everyone affected by these fires and the rebuilding is going to be even tougher. Hearing stories about firefighters working day and night to provide some relief--even after some of them have lost their homes, even though many of them are volunteers--makes my heart burst with pride for them. If you haven't already, it's so easy to donate to the relief effort online--less than 1 minute of your time.

My thoughts continue to be with those who have lost.