Update from Vermont

Out On A Limb

During the past week, I've heard from many people who've visited Quechee and nearby Woodstock, Vermont, both such beautiful places, and want to know how we're doing post-Irene. I'm happy to say that every day is better! I arrived home last Tuesday from my SAINT'S GATE tour to high rivers and battered roads, bridges, homes and businesses. Helicopters whirred overhead as they delivered aid to people cut off by the flash flooding. Since then, the rivers have receded, and the cleanup and rebuilding continue at a breathtaking pace. I don't know anyone who isn't impressed, and grateful for the help.

Our little covered bridge, a replica that crosses the Ottauquechee River at a narrow point in the village, is salvageable, and will reopen eventually. Right now our thoughts are foremost with those who have suffered personally up and down the east coast from Irene's devastation.

Thank you for all your support, and I hope you'll consider a visit to Vermont soon! Irene didn't blow the leaves off the trees, and I for one am looking forward to a bright, beautiful autumn. Right now, I'm hard at work in my hilltop office on HERON'S COVE, the next up in my Sharpe & Donovan series.

Carla