Looks like we survived Hurricane Irene here in Montclair. My house didn’t lose power — but then again, there are still some “back end” gusts outside, so I shouldn’t talk too loudly just yet.

Nonetheless, I found an old raincoat my brother gave me years ago and took a little walk this morning, just as the eye of the storm was passing to the east. Here’s a shot of ‘Old Glory’ riding it out.

I’m still hopeful that Old Glory will keep on riding out all the storms that face her these days.