According to weather.com Hurricane Chris is on its way to South Florida. Someone told me recently that Publix was filled up, gas stations were packed with patrons. Everyone is on edge for the first threat of a hurricane to our scorching hot city. But while you are out planning for your safety - REMEMBER your pets too. Watch a video @ weather.com here to learn more about preparing for your best friend.

A friend told me that her insurance went from $1500 to $3000 in one year! Think twice about goughing your insurance company for unnecessary repairs — you will pay eventually. Hoping everyone is safe and hold onto your hats ..

Tropical Storm Chris (65 mph) has strengthened a bit this morning as it churns WNW just north of the Leeward Islands. … Chris will pass a short distance north of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands today and tonight, and bands of heavy rain accompanied by gusty winds will sweep over the islands. .. Chris could become a hurricane later today or early tomorrow. [Read FULL article @ weather.com here]