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Yesterday evening, Hurricane Gustav hit central Louisiana and immediately took a jog north, bypassing DeRidder. We didn't even lose electricity or cable. All is well with us and we are celebrating with a dinner of Chef Boyardee Ravioli and watching the Republican National Convention. Yeah, I know I'm a freak but I watched all four nights of the Democratic National Convention and I'm an equal opportunity employer. Sue me.

One thing I have to say, however, is that I have never been prouder to be a Louisianian. Bobby Jindal? Governor Bobby Jindal? I have a total man-crush on him and want to have his babies. Piyush "Bobby" Jindal showed us what a difference a proactive response to a disaster like Hurricane Gustav can make. Louisiana is a better place because of his leadership and I look forward to what the future holds under his guidance. Thank you Piyush.