Or as they call it in Japan, Disaster Prevention Day, or also "Monday." Apparently there was an earthquake in Tokyo on September 1, 1923 that killed 100,000 people. But I'm assured they are much better prepared now. I like the comment in the article that if there is an earthquake, you are just supposed to stay put for a while (i.e., don't try to walk home from work). There will be 36 million people trying to do the same thing at the same time, so it will likely be chaos.
Speaking of natural disasters, hopefully Jenn and her family aren't sitting around in the dark right now due to this. You might give her a call and see what's going on. But then if things get really bad there, my cousin (Captain Ed Greber of the TX National Guard and Black Hawk pilot) can rescue them off the roof - see video here and here. Pretty cool stuff.
She is due to leave Houston Thursday morning and get here Friday afternoon.
Monday, September 1, 2008
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Hey John! Sorry I missed your Dallas send-off - hope things continue to go well for y'all and I'll watch for your updates. Take care.
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