We had a tornado warning. I think a lot of people in the area don't know, because it came and it went, first downgraded to severe storm and then -- nothing.

But for an hour and a half or so we were learning what you're supposed to do -- we don't get tornadoes here, usually, so we had to get some info as we got to work. Turns out you move the kids into the space farthest away from the windows and wait for the all clear. I had just stopped at the other center on my way home, secure in the knowledge that I was going honme early because we didn't have enough kids to keep me, being polite is all as I checked in. On my way out the door again when the boss announces the tornado warning and the directions. Toddlers and preschoolers were at the tail end of their naps so we moved them naps and all into the central hallway and sat down with them. I was ready to do a circle time about wind but the kids were so bemused they just sat there, comfortably, actually, as if we always do this. Even a couple kids who usually have meltdowns when they wake up just stretched and looked around. The relevant staff called parents and gave them the lowdown, the parents came early, the emergency was called off, and I for one feel a lot better about windstorms now because I know what to do.

Other than that, it's just like a regular big storm here -- nothing like they're getting in Southern California. Some wind, some rain, a lot of palm fronds and tree trash in the street. Intermiitent blackouts. Normal winter stuff. Just the threat that it will be like this for three weeks or so makes it a bit over the top.