What the locals are saying

Gas ran out in New Orleans yesterday. They are expecting more today
though. Baton Rouge gas prices have risen significantly since we
arrived. The crush of traffic has gridlocked the streets and we are
told that escape may already be impossible.

Contraflow of interstate traffic may begin today, making both sides of
the highway outbound only. I'd rather stay here than ride a hurricane
out sitting in a traffic jam.

I'm staying focused on a great workshop and a demo painting I have to
finish today. I'll leave it up to those in the know as to when it's
time to go. I'm not worried.

Marla has all her ducks in a row. She says not to worry, "everything
is taken care of".