We got a call for some spur-of-the-moment babysitting. :)
Stay safe!
Even Monkeys Learn
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Wednesday, January 27, 2016
This Is How We Spent the Morning
We got a call for some spur-of-the-moment babysitting. :)
Stay safe!
Tuesday, January 26, 2016
Polite Furry Boys
As I was opening a birthday box, Finnigan claimed "dibs" on the box. Then Angus and Cecil heard him and politely waited for their turns. :) I have no idea what caught Angus' attention in the dining room just as I was taking the picture!
In other news, the sun was out today and it warmed up enough to melt some of the snow and ice. Usual "stuff" around the house was done. Some errands were finished. All is well.
Stay safe!
In other news, the sun was out today and it warmed up enough to melt some of the snow and ice. Usual "stuff" around the house was done. Some errands were finished. All is well.
Stay safe!
Monday, January 25, 2016
Yay! Off to a Good Start!
Weather update: still cold, still snow on the ground, still icy, cloudy. Reports are that some roads are still bad.
Water Heater update: Herb, from Smith and Keene, just left. The heater is running and we should have hot water later today! I called right at 8:00 a.m. and had prompt service. We have an annual contract with the company and that helps in getting on the service schedule, plus there are discounts.
So the day is going pretty well so far. :) I fixed breakfast - Monday is omelet day for Golfer. After we ate I cleaned up the kitchen and did a few usual morning things around here. Made a couple phone calls to schedule things. Talked to Nurse J, they are all okay. She called to wish me a happy day!
Life is good. Stay warm and stay safe!
Water Heater update: Herb, from Smith and Keene, just left. The heater is running and we should have hot water later today! I called right at 8:00 a.m. and had prompt service. We have an annual contract with the company and that helps in getting on the service schedule, plus there are discounts.
So the day is going pretty well so far. :) I fixed breakfast - Monday is omelet day for Golfer. After we ate I cleaned up the kitchen and did a few usual morning things around here. Made a couple phone calls to schedule things. Talked to Nurse J, they are all okay. She called to wish me a happy day!
Life is good. Stay warm and stay safe!
Sunday, January 24, 2016
Huh. Not Exactly What We Needed
I discovered early this morning that we were noticeably lacking hot water. At first I thought the pipes were just so cold from our weather that it was taking longer to get the hot water from the garage into the bathroom, so I let the water run. It just barely got up to lukewarm. Boo!
So, I got the book out and we looked at it. If you haven't realized this about us, we are a "call the man" home. But, it's Sunday, and the day after several bad days of freezing temperatures and ice, wind, snow, and freezing rain. So we thought we'd see if we could do anything ourselves. The book said to check for any blockages on the venting for the water heater. Golfer bundled up and went out and did that; did not find anything. I read the "re-lighting the pilot light" instructions a couple times and figured I'd give it a shot. I believe at this point Golfer might have questioned my sanity just a little but he wished me good luck. So I bundled up and went out to the garage with my glasses, flashlight, and the magnifying glass - just in case my glasses weren't enough. BTW, I love not having to wear glasses all the time and am thrilled my distance vision is wonderful, but I can't see SH** up close.
Anyway, I followed the detailed instructions step by step and got nothing. So I came in and "called the man". Got a very nice lady who explained that since it was Sunday it would be around $300 for someone to come today. She suggested we tough it out if we could and call in the morning at 8:00 a.m. and the fee would be much less. I now have a phone/to-do list for tomorrow and that is at the top!
Our weather is in the mid-30's today with bright sun. The snow and ice are not melting very fast though. The news reports have said that many roads are still icy and expected to re-freeze tonight, so tomorrow morning won't be much better. I have heard the plows out on I-64, but since this is the South and they don't have any more plows than absolutely necessary, side streets and neighborhoods never get cleared. We just have to wait for melting.
Now I'm going to go read. Golfer is watching the first football game of the day. Obviously, there has been no golf playing lately. I am positive he is not the only guy getting "antsy" to be back on the course.
Stay warm and stay safe!
So, I got the book out and we looked at it. If you haven't realized this about us, we are a "call the man" home. But, it's Sunday, and the day after several bad days of freezing temperatures and ice, wind, snow, and freezing rain. So we thought we'd see if we could do anything ourselves. The book said to check for any blockages on the venting for the water heater. Golfer bundled up and went out and did that; did not find anything. I read the "re-lighting the pilot light" instructions a couple times and figured I'd give it a shot. I believe at this point Golfer might have questioned my sanity just a little but he wished me good luck. So I bundled up and went out to the garage with my glasses, flashlight, and the magnifying glass - just in case my glasses weren't enough. BTW, I love not having to wear glasses all the time and am thrilled my distance vision is wonderful, but I can't see SH** up close.
Anyway, I followed the detailed instructions step by step and got nothing. So I came in and "called the man". Got a very nice lady who explained that since it was Sunday it would be around $300 for someone to come today. She suggested we tough it out if we could and call in the morning at 8:00 a.m. and the fee would be much less. I now have a phone/to-do list for tomorrow and that is at the top!
Our weather is in the mid-30's today with bright sun. The snow and ice are not melting very fast though. The news reports have said that many roads are still icy and expected to re-freeze tonight, so tomorrow morning won't be much better. I have heard the plows out on I-64, but since this is the South and they don't have any more plows than absolutely necessary, side streets and neighborhoods never get cleared. We just have to wait for melting.
Now I'm going to go read. Golfer is watching the first football game of the day. Obviously, there has been no golf playing lately. I am positive he is not the only guy getting "antsy" to be back on the course.
Stay warm and stay safe!
Saturday, January 23, 2016
A Weather Update
We got a couple inches of snow yesterday. It was cold and windy. Then late in the day it turned to sleet and freezing rain. When we went to bed the temperature was rising and the snow was melting.
However..... the temperature is dropping and the high was reached very early today. It's now 30 and has been lightly snowing. The snow is supposed to increase and the also the wind. Maybe accumulate up to four inches. The melted snow and rain is frozen on the streets and they are saying don't go out unless you have to. So, we're in for the day.
There has been some coastal and tidal flooding and there have been some power outages. We are fine. Doing odds and ends around the house and catching up on email and shows. I checked with Nurse J and she says they are all okay at her house.
Bikini had a snow day in Georgia yesterday, too. Checked with her and she says they are fine, but still cold.
Finnigan heard the weather reports and he took refuge in the kitty tent!
Stay safe!
However..... the temperature is dropping and the high was reached very early today. It's now 30 and has been lightly snowing. The snow is supposed to increase and the also the wind. Maybe accumulate up to four inches. The melted snow and rain is frozen on the streets and they are saying don't go out unless you have to. So, we're in for the day.
There has been some coastal and tidal flooding and there have been some power outages. We are fine. Doing odds and ends around the house and catching up on email and shows. I checked with Nurse J and she says they are all okay at her house.
Bikini had a snow day in Georgia yesterday, too. Checked with her and she says they are fine, but still cold.
Finnigan heard the weather reports and he took refuge in the kitty tent!
Friday, January 22, 2016
And the Weather Begins . . . .
It's been snowing here for about an hour now. There had been just a little snow left from the last snowfall, so it has a nice cold base. According to the latest report, we're going to have a couple inches of snow turning into a mix, then sleet, then rain which will melt the fallen snow, and then back to snow again. And the weather man always puts his disclaimer on the report saying it all depends on the temperatures, speed of the air mass, and the wind. Supposed to have high winds with some gusts near 50 mph. Right now the temperature is 29.
Because of the wind and the tide cycles, there will be tidal flooding in coastal areas. The school closings started running across the TV screen last evening. They are advising everyone to not go out unless necessary. They are expecting some power outages.
I fixed breakfast this morning and cleaned the kitchen, changed the bed and did a couple loads of laundry. I plan to cut the furry boys' nails later and give them a good combing. Then I'll vacuum.
I bundled up and went out to get the paper and fill the bird feeder. There is now a waiting line out there! About half a dozen different kinds of birds all getting a quick bite before hunkering down, I guess. It's certainly entertaining Angus, he's been looking out the window.
So, here we are. The cars are gassed up, the generator tests itself every week, the pantry and fridge are full. We have books to read, recorded show to watch, life is good!
And I got some beautiful birthday flowers from Golfer!
Stay warm and stay safe!
Because of the wind and the tide cycles, there will be tidal flooding in coastal areas. The school closings started running across the TV screen last evening. They are advising everyone to not go out unless necessary. They are expecting some power outages.
I fixed breakfast this morning and cleaned the kitchen, changed the bed and did a couple loads of laundry. I plan to cut the furry boys' nails later and give them a good combing. Then I'll vacuum.
I bundled up and went out to get the paper and fill the bird feeder. There is now a waiting line out there! About half a dozen different kinds of birds all getting a quick bite before hunkering down, I guess. It's certainly entertaining Angus, he's been looking out the window.
So, here we are. The cars are gassed up, the generator tests itself every week, the pantry and fridge are full. We have books to read, recorded show to watch, life is good!
And I got some beautiful birthday flowers from Golfer!
Stay warm and stay safe!
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