I experienced my second arctic blast today (that's the technical term that all the meteorologists use); this time, the temperature plummeted from a humid 67F to a frigid 47F in less than two minutes, and then it poured, I mean POURED. My motel is now flooded, and to get to reception I have to walk through six inches of water. Tomorrow's forecast is for ice storms - I've never experienced one of those before.

I love the sheer drama of the weather here, even when I hate the weather itself. I also love the way everyone is so obsessed by it, and the way it makes headlines, just like at home.

On a warmer note, the article in the AICR magazine has now generated well over £21,000, taking my total to £31,226 ($61,100). Thank you all so much. And if you're an AICR supporter who's new to this site, please jump right in and get involved by leaving a comment or message, or at least have a go at the multimillion-dollar Picking up Pennies sweepstake. It could change your life, though it probably won't.