By now, everyone has heard the weather forecast of an impending hurricane. So with high winds and water, why not make preparations now? Why wait until water surrounds your house before wanting to get out? I guess it is because there is a certain thrill to having a cop or fireman come to your house to "rescue" you, take you to a shelter and get a hot meal, all on the taxpayer's dime, and who knows, you may even get your picture on channel 6.