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Offline thundley4

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Saturday
« on: February 06, 2010, 04:56:20 AM »
Just a normal cold of 32 this morning, but the roads are covered with frozen slush. Still, we only had about 2 inches overnight, instead of the 4 or so predicted. 
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Re: Saturday
« Reply #1 on: February 06, 2010, 06:45:42 AM »
12 now, was down to 9.  As the Farmer's Almanac predicted, it has so far been a colder but drier than normal winter.  NO snow so far this month, and only one minor storm predicted for the next week.  I can actually see my yard in spots.  At least mud season this year won't be bad if this keeps up and I haven't had to clear the roof off either.  Unfortunately, I'm down to just over 1/4 tank of oil in less than six weeks.  I was hoping it would last until the end of this month.  Fat chance of that now.

On the countdown to Lost Wages.  I can check in for my flight anytime, and probably will later when I get all the laundry done and take the Wondermutt to the kennel.  No chance of upgrading, though--first class is full.
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Re: Saturday
« Reply #2 on: February 06, 2010, 06:58:48 AM »
Snow snow snow and more snow.  Thing is, they don't know how to clear it around here, so it double sucks!

I'd say we have about 2 feet, with drifts higher than that.  My big dog even looked at my like I was nuts when I tried to ship her outside this mornning.  My little dog has avoided even going near the door.

We have some pictures, but Mr Flame is uploading them to the laptop so he can post them on his blog...eventually I'll get them to where I can post some.

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Re: Saturday
« Reply #3 on: February 06, 2010, 07:26:00 AM »
It's in the high 20s out here, no wind.....and still snowing.
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Re: Saturday
« Reply #4 on: February 06, 2010, 07:31:11 AM »
I may go down to the VFW and help out for a bit or at least show up and pretend to want to help. Today appears to have some potential for some sunshine and moderate temps. (mid to upper 40s). I need to swap out some speakers in my truck. I actually slept a total of seven consecutive hours last night. I haven't done that in such a long time that I can't even remember.
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Re: Saturday
« Reply #5 on: February 06, 2010, 07:43:25 AM »
Having people over Sunday for the game, so I need to straighten up the guest room, which means I have to pack up my Christmas ornaments.  There aren't many, if I got cracking it would take an hour or so, I am just procrastinating.   
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Re: Saturday
« Reply #6 on: February 06, 2010, 07:46:28 AM »
My cable is out. :censored:
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Re: Saturday
« Reply #7 on: February 06, 2010, 07:52:51 AM »
Quote from: Chris on February 06, 2010, 07:46:28 AM
My cable is out. :censored:

Dude.  That isn't good.  Is it an area outage, or just you?  I find the more people affected the quicker they work on the problem.
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Re: Saturday
« Reply #8 on: February 06, 2010, 08:05:19 AM »
Quote from: IassaFTots on February 06, 2010, 07:52:51 AM
Dude.  That isn't good.  Is it an area outage, or just you?  I find the more people affected the quicker they work on the problem.

That's the way cable companies operate. Typically, when a node is out, it affects a LOT of subscribers and the companies get the line techs out on the problem. They always deal with the major outages first.
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Re: Saturday
« Reply #9 on: February 06, 2010, 08:05:49 AM »
I don't know.  It was out yesterday afternoon and was still out this morning.  I checked my account online, and its still active.  Both my TV and my internet is out, but I didn't mess with it yesterday (too tired).  I'll check the cables this evening after work and if that doesn't work, I'll call them.
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Re: Saturday
« Reply #10 on: February 06, 2010, 09:01:48 AM »
Quote from: IassaFTots on February 06, 2010, 07:52:51 AM
Dude.  That isn't good.  Is it an area outage, or just you?  I find the more people affected the quicker they work on the problem.

Electrical is the same way--get the bulk lines back on first, then work on the onesies and twosies last.  All utilities have CMI (Customer Minutes Interrupted) they have to stay under to stay off the PUC's shit-list and get bonuses.
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Re: Saturday
« Reply #11 on: February 06, 2010, 10:22:03 AM »
Rain forecast again today.

I'm meeting a couple of women from church to discuss the church bookstore.  I'm in charge of the bookstore, and a woman who is an awesome cook has suggested having an order form that people could order specialty baked goods from. She is going to donate all of the proceeds to the church (which has suffered during the recession.  Tithing has been dramatically down for the past year.) 
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Re: Saturday
« Reply #12 on: February 06, 2010, 10:40:17 AM »
Gloomy here again today. Currently there is nothing falling from the sky....but rain, sleet, "drizzly slush" ( :huh?: ),
snow are all forecasted.

Need to go hunting and gathering for tomorrow's Super Bowl event. The usual crowd is coming, and all are bringing something (I want to watch the game).....so I'm only making baked ziti, brownies.....and cleaning.
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Re: Saturday
« Reply #13 on: February 06, 2010, 10:49:10 AM »
Red Beans and Rice.

Baked shrimp and artichoke dip.

King Cake.

I want to watch the game too. 
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Re: Saturday
« Reply #14 on: February 06, 2010, 10:52:01 AM »
Quote from: IassaFTots on February 06, 2010, 10:49:10 AM
Red Beans and Rice.

Baked shrimp and artichoke dip.

King Cake.

I want to watch the game too. 

Great minds!!!

Runnin' Buddy is making shrimp etoufee and artichoke dip for the appetizers in honor of the Saints.  :-)

Other friend is making a huge salad and garlic bread.

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Re: Saturday
« Reply #15 on: February 06, 2010, 10:56:35 AM »
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Re: Saturday
« Reply #16 on: February 06, 2010, 10:59:03 AM »
Quote from: IassaFTots on February 06, 2010, 10:49:10 AM
Red Beans and Rice.

Baked shrimp and artichoke dip.

King Cake.

I want to watch the game too. 

I offered to sell my day off tomorrow to someone who wants to watch the game but I had no takers.  I may or may not watch the game, I don't really care.
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Re: Saturday
« Reply #17 on: February 06, 2010, 12:02:35 PM »
Momma just got home from work and passed out on the sofa. It's so bad outside the next door neighbor is mowing the lawn.  :innocent:  I'm contemplating a trip to the gun show down the road.
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Re: Saturday
« Reply #18 on: February 06, 2010, 01:32:58 PM »
28 damn inches of snow and counting....sheesh!!!! Wind is blowing 25mph and the snow shows no sign of letting up. So glad we have plenty of supplies....
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Re: Saturday
« Reply #19 on: February 06, 2010, 01:44:04 PM »
I'm still waiting for the Sun to come out so I can go and work on my truck.  :hammer: :hammer: :hammer:
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Re: Saturday
« Reply #20 on: February 06, 2010, 01:55:16 PM »
Quote from: Chris on February 06, 2010, 07:46:28 AM
My cable is out. :censored:

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Re: Saturday
« Reply #21 on: February 06, 2010, 01:56:24 PM »
I paid my bill in full last week :bird:

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Re: Saturday
« Reply #22 on: February 06, 2010, 01:56:59 PM »
Quote from: Chris on February 06, 2010, 10:59:03 AM
I offered to sell my day off tomorrow to someone who wants to watch the game but I had no takers.  I may or may not watch the game, I don't really care.

Up until yesterday I didn't even know who was playing, now I don't remember.
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Re: Saturday
« Reply #23 on: February 06, 2010, 01:59:31 PM »
Quote from: Chris on February 06, 2010, 01:56:24 PM
I paid my bill in full last week :bird:

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 :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

I actually have pay TV now. Direct TV in HD.

I finagled a way to make it cheap for me, after I purchased my own equipment...enough said.  :evillaugh:
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Re: Saturday
« Reply #24 on: February 06, 2010, 02:07:05 PM »
Quote from: DixieBelle on February 06, 2010, 01:32:58 PM
28 damn inches of snow and counting....sheesh!!!! Wind is blowing 25mph and the snow shows no sign of letting up. So glad we have plenty of supplies....


 :heart:


stay safe and warm....
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A balanced diet is chocolate in both hands.
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