In the way of most natural disasters, Hurricane Ivan showed total disrespect for the schedules of mere mortals.
For example, this was to be my third lengthy discourse on the war on terror and what we should do, but thanks to Ivan I haven't had the time to finish some research I need for that venture. Nor do I have the writing time since I spent this weekend visiting storm-struck Mobile, my hometown, so those of you waiting for another chance to curse my name will have to wait until next week.
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