On my way home from work they had closed the Edgewood Road bridge.  I really wonder what the river is like up my Ellis Park.  I'm not going to be one of those "gawkers" that get in the way of everyone.  When I went to Pam's house to go pick up Sophie (that will be another post), they were already sandbagging around the sewers and businesses on E Ave down by the fire station.  

Tomorrow work has been kind enough to give us half a day off to go volunteer to sandbag and help out as needed.  I will definitely take them up on that opportunity.  Back in 1993, I wasn't that close to this type of flooding.  I'm watching all this in awe at the power of mother nature.  

When Pam and I were driving to Mt. Vernon this afternoon, the river was incredibly high.  I wish I would have had my camera to take pictures.  

I still haven't decided where I'm going to volunteer tomorrow.  I really want to go down to Iowa City, but it makes more sense with the gas prices to just stay up here.  My friend Melissa and I will go somewhere tomorrow and help.  I'm really glad that I will be able to (hopefully) make a difference.

Sophie is my new foster dog.  She's about 6 years old.  She's a little pudgy, but that can easily be corrected with the correct diet and some exercise.  She LOVES playing fetch and will actually bring the ball back to you and drop it at your feet.  Izzy doesn't mind her (like with Fred) but Rose still does not like dogs.  Oh well.  Rose will have to get used to her.  Sophie is very adorable and a sweetheart.  So if you know anyone who is looking for a dog send them my way.  :)