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Offline Dachshund

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California fires
« on: October 22, 2007, 06:13:36 pm »
250,000 forced to flee San Diego county. Anyone been in touch with Milker?

http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-sdfire23oct23,0,978391.story?coll=la-home-center

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Re: California fires
« Reply #1 on: October 22, 2007, 06:20:22 pm »
Hi,

thanks for posting. I'm in Florida right now, but I'm in touch with my friends in SD. The fires are about 25 miles north and 15 miles southeast from where I live. The evacuation in Del Mar is because the Santa Ana winds that go west. We expected those fires to happen, it's been extremely dry for months and the last drops we got a week-end ago were not enough to prevent fires like this.

As for me, I may have difficulty flying back like 3 years ago when the airport was closed to due ash falling from the skies, we shall see. My dog is safe so far.

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Offline Sdgirl

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Re: California fires
« Reply #2 on: October 22, 2007, 06:39:42 pm »
Gee.................thanks for your concern.  SDGIRL = SAN DIEGO GIRL

"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate.  Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.  It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us.  We ask ourselves.."Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?  Actually, who are you not to be?"

Offline Dachshund

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Re: California fires
« Reply #3 on: October 22, 2007, 06:42:34 pm »
Gee.................thanks for your concern.  SDGIRL = SAN DIEGO GIRL



sorry doll. out of sight, out of mind. hope all is well.

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Re: California fires
« Reply #4 on: October 22, 2007, 07:19:11 pm »
oh me too here Dach... i live next to Milker pretty much

the air is kinda hard to breath today and there are ashes falling,,, this hillbilly town just ain't doing it for me UGH!
« Last Edit: October 22, 2007, 07:20:47 pm by egello »
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Offline AlanBama

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Re: California fires
« Reply #5 on: October 22, 2007, 07:37:46 pm »
hope all of you living anywhere near the fire areas are safe !

hugs,

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Re: California fires
« Reply #6 on: October 22, 2007, 07:42:01 pm »
I was thinking about Milker, too, as I watched the news tonight. 

I hope everyone stays safe!
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Offline Dachshund

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Re: California fires
« Reply #7 on: October 22, 2007, 07:47:31 pm »
oh me too here Dach... i live next to Milker pretty much

the air is kinda hard to breath today and there are ashes falling,,, this hillbilly town just ain't doing it for me UGH!

Sorry, we were just worried Milker might become a French fry. Been waiting all day to use that one. Glad you're okay and anyone else we might have missed in San Diego.


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Re: California fires
« Reply #8 on: October 22, 2007, 07:54:56 pm »
Sorry, we were just worried Milker might become a French fry. Been waiting all day to use that one. Glad you're okay and anyone else we might have missed in San Diego.



unless milker has lots of oil around him,,, i would have become korean bbq
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Offline BriGuyNY,NY

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Re: California fires
« Reply #9 on: October 22, 2007, 08:32:38 pm »
Got a call from my brother late this afternoon.  There is a voluntary evacuation in San Diego in effect which may go to manditory.  He said it went from 2 fire storm areas to 8 overnight.  He and wife are on the way east to a shelter area.  Bad situation...say mantras the winds ( primary cause of the rapid spread) will subside, and everyone can return home and find them intact.
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Re: California fires
« Reply #10 on: October 22, 2007, 09:08:08 pm »
Let's be clear...................................SAN DIEGO IS ON FIRE! 2/3 of the city has been evacuated and still more to come.  There are currently 8 fires randomly burning around the county.  This shit is CRAZY!
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate.  Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.  It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us.  We ask ourselves.."Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?  Actually, who are you not to be?"

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Re: California fires
« Reply #11 on: October 22, 2007, 09:17:00 pm »
unless milker has lots of oil around him,,, i would have become korean bbq

would that have made you Dhak Dori Tang or Dak Bulgogi.  ;D

Hope you all stay safe
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Re: California fires
« Reply #12 on: October 22, 2007, 09:18:57 pm »
Let's be clear...................................SAN DIEGO IS ON FIRE! 2/3 of the city has been evacuated and still more to come.  There are currently 8 fires randomly burning around the county.  This shit is CRAZY!

Well, at least I hope there are a few hot firefighters worth putting your knee-pads on for...

Seriously, be well, guys and follow evacuation instructions. I'll be thinking about you.
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Re: California fires
« Reply #13 on: October 22, 2007, 09:22:14 pm »
Lisa I can't even imagine how scary it is of all of you living in that area...thoughts are with you all...stay as safe as you can.

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Re: California fires
« Reply #14 on: October 22, 2007, 09:49:35 pm »
stay safe and good luck to all you in the area.

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Re: California fires
« Reply #15 on: October 22, 2007, 10:03:53 pm »
would that have made you Dhak Dori Tang or Dak Bulgogi.  ;D

Hope you all stay safe

but i am more beefy not chicky

i really really hope the fire doesn't come into the urban core area.... fingers crossed,,,,
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Offline JohnOso

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Re: California fires
« Reply #16 on: October 23, 2007, 04:43:14 am »
Anyone heard from sdcabincrew74 ?

I remember the hills above Carlsbad, where I lived about 10 years ago, being on fire.

Pretty damn scary, not to mention bad for those with respiratory illnesses.

Take care all of you guys down in the Southland.

John

edited to add:  hell, i guess those masks came in handly after all, Milker  ;)

Offline Matty the Damned

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Re: California fires
« Reply #17 on: October 23, 2007, 04:47:36 am »
Matty the Damned has lived through several firestorms in his lifetime.

He wishes his American brethren well.

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Re: California fires
« Reply #18 on: October 23, 2007, 06:25:44 am »
Anyone remember Nancy? She still lives in the San Diego area as far as I know - I remember what she went through in 2003. I hope her and her husband, her menagerie and the bamboo all come through this ok.

Thinking of you Nancy...

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Re: California fires
« Reply #19 on: October 23, 2007, 06:34:12 am »
bush and cheney started the fires .  Why wasnt FEMA more prepared for this disaster? People who live in certain parts of the world take certain risks. If you live on the Gulf Coast you know hurricanes might destroy your property,if you live in Socal you have fires,earthquakes,and landslides to worry about. I pray we dont have to bail out homeowners who knew the risks before they settled here.
I will take hurricanes all day long over fires.

Offline Dachshund

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Re: California fires
« Reply #20 on: October 23, 2007, 07:10:29 am »
I pray we dont have to bail out homeowners who knew the risks before they settled here.


I bet that is exactly what God had in mind when it comes to praying.
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Offline bear60

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Re: California fires
« Reply #21 on: October 23, 2007, 07:57:26 am »
You guys in San Diego take care of yourselves.
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Offline jack

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Re: California fires
« Reply #22 on: October 23, 2007, 08:19:22 am »
on second thought maybe these fires will help the housing debacle.

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Re: California fires
« Reply #23 on: October 23, 2007, 08:23:46 am »
on second thought maybe these fires will help the housing debacle.

You're neither clever nor funny, you foolish old man. Your good will with many of us wears out rapidly, Jake. Maybe you should dwell on that before you utter  your next demented quip.

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Offline Sdgirl

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Re: California fires
« Reply #24 on: October 23, 2007, 10:09:30 am »
Fire Update:

Here is a map that shows where all of the fires are.  Most major freeways are closed and everyone has been asked to stay home whether they are affected or not as they want us to stay off of the freeways so evacuee's can have a way out.

It's black outside and smells like soot and is raining ash.  It ain't looking good as winds are up to 70 miles per hour in the mountains.

http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&time=&date=&ttype=&ie=UTF8&om=1&msa=0&msid=114250687465160386813.00043d08ac31fe3357571&ll=32.990236,-116.732483&spn=1.105782,1.757813&z=9&source=embed
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate.  Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.  It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us.  We ask ourselves.."Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?  Actually, who are you not to be?"

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Re: California fires
« Reply #25 on: October 23, 2007, 10:21:14 am »
holy shoot, that harris fire better not be coming up here

what the heck? only 5 is open?
« Last Edit: October 23, 2007, 10:22:57 am by egello »
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2/22/07 197 T, 247 V, 6.8 %
3/27/07 164 T, <50 V, 5.4 %
5/28/07 177 T, <50 V, 8.2 %
7/28/07 214 T, <50 V, 9.6 %
10/3/07 380 T, <50 V, 10 %

Offline Sdgirl

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Re: California fires
« Reply #26 on: October 23, 2007, 10:25:43 am »
15, 8, 76, 94, 54 and 78 highways are closed.  805/5 is the only highway open but they want us to stay off it we can.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate.  Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.  It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us.  We ask ourselves.."Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?  Actually, who are you not to be?"

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Re: California fires
« Reply #27 on: October 23, 2007, 10:28:33 am »
if all those freeways are closed,,, we are definitely trapped!!!!!!!! if the fire spreads all over,,,, we are toast!

urrr... should i drive up north??????
« Last Edit: October 23, 2007, 10:33:20 am by egello »
1/29/07 14 T, 300 k V, 1.8 %
2/22/07 197 T, 247 V, 6.8 %
3/27/07 164 T, <50 V, 5.4 %
5/28/07 177 T, <50 V, 8.2 %
7/28/07 214 T, <50 V, 9.6 %
10/3/07 380 T, <50 V, 10 %

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Re: California fires
« Reply #28 on: October 23, 2007, 10:30:01 am »
Guys, that's really scary.  I didn't realize that there was all that much growth to burn since the fires in '03 and '05.  Are they in different places this time?  From the pics I've seen, it looks like a lot of brush / small trees that are burning, but it's hard to tell.  I would have thought multi-lane highways would stop the fire somewhat, or at least slow it.  We're a bit dry over here on the East coast, but nowhere near as bad off as you guys are.  Be careful and take care.

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Offline Sdgirl

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Re: California fires
« Reply #29 on: October 23, 2007, 10:34:15 am »
The fires have jumped freeways, it's totally random.  Densely populated areas have been drastically affected, MANY homes have been burned in areas of Rancho Bernardo, Poway, Ramona and it's travelling fast into Chula Vista.

Power outages all over the county, limited cell phone useage and limited freeway access.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate.  Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.  It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us.  We ask ourselves.."Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?  Actually, who are you not to be?"

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Re: California fires
« Reply #30 on: October 23, 2007, 10:37:58 am »
hey, do you think we might need to evacuate? those that live in the core area like us?
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Offline Sdgirl

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Re: California fires
« Reply #31 on: October 23, 2007, 10:42:07 am »
So far, people in Hillcrest, Normal Heights, Downtown area are fine.  It would have to be a really creative fire to get to us, but shit, who knew it would do what it has up to this point.  Watch the news, it's all we can do.  I myself feel fairly safe where I am.

It's going to be in the 100's today with very high winds.  Stay indoors, limit activity and turn on your A/C if you have it to filter out the bad shit.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate.  Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.  It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us.  We ask ourselves.."Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?  Actually, who are you not to be?"

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Re: California fires
« Reply #32 on: October 23, 2007, 10:42:39 am »
hey, do you think we might need to evacuate? those that live in the core area like us?

Eggy shouldn't you be listening to what the authorities in California are telling you what to do? Shouldn't you be tuned in to local news/radio for that info?

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Re: California fires
« Reply #33 on: October 23, 2007, 11:02:57 am »
Stay safe, all of you.

My thoughts and positive energy are with you.

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Re: California fires
« Reply #34 on: October 23, 2007, 12:06:34 pm »
sorry Matty,but the housing debacle in Socal is very serious. Many people who are on the verge of BK are hoping the wind blows their way and insurance bails them out. Just make sure you grab your computer and family pics,everything else can be replaced. I am really bummed, cause San Diego is the most beautiful city in the US and I hope no one is harmed.
Might be time to buy some manufactured housing stocks. This works after hurricanes in Gulf Coast,but I dont know if many in Socal would stoop this low.
I know fucking Bush had something to do with this

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Re: California fires
« Reply #35 on: October 23, 2007, 12:47:10 pm »
bush and cheney started the fires. 

Might be time to buy some manufactured housing stocks. This works after hurricanes in Gulf Coast,but I dont know if many in Socal would stoop this low.
I know fucking Bush had something to do with this

Jack,

Knock it off already. This isn't a thread about Bush and neither is it a thread about the stock market. Why do you have to do this to every single thread you post in lately?

People are worried about their lives, their livelihoods and the roof over their head. Why can't you send them your best wishes and leave it at that?

Consider yourself warned, Jack. Enough is enough already.

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Re: California fires
« Reply #36 on: October 23, 2007, 01:22:06 pm »
Jack, Ann's already given you a warning so I don't have to do that although I would have.

I will just add that you might give some thought to how automatically you inject the Clintons or in this case some other names and insensitive responses into almost any discussion. It pretty much never moves a subject forward. In situations such as this your remarks are irrelevant and thoughtless when the matter at hand is people's lives and homes in grave danger.

Your comments come off as cheap shots, unfeeling and infuriating.

Life is too short under the best of circumstances, Jack. Do you really want to live out your years with the compassion and other emotions I believe you have within you, so encrusted over that all you can do indulge yourself in spouting this kind of stuff? -- instead of actually engaging members in more varied ways?

And that is not a rhetorical question.

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Re: California fires
« Reply #37 on: October 23, 2007, 01:29:12 pm »
Hope you guys will all be safe and that the fire stops soon, I was not aware of it till this thread but then I just saw it on TV, looks fierce & so many homes are lost already. Stay safe.
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Re: California fires
« Reply #38 on: October 23, 2007, 01:35:49 pm »
Hope everyone in San Diego area will be safe and sound! You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

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Re: California fires
« Reply #39 on: October 23, 2007, 02:02:52 pm »
my family lives out side of san diego .  they have been evacuated !  i don't know where my parents are !
can't get in touch with them ! i just hope they still  have a place to live when the fires are out !
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Re: California fires
« Reply #40 on: October 23, 2007, 02:08:07 pm »
Tommy if I can be of any assistance in helping you locate your parents, please send me a PM.  Depending on what area they live in, most people are at Qualcomm Stadium.

Contact the American Red Cross, they are keeping records of everyone.

Fires are still raging, MANY more evacuations and reverse 911 calls going out to over 2,000 people and they say more to come.

Wish I had better news to report.  Moe and I are packed and ready to go if we need to.
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Re: California fires
« Reply #41 on: October 23, 2007, 02:16:25 pm »
thinking of you all and hope you and yours are all safe and sound
lots of love
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Re: California fires
« Reply #42 on: October 23, 2007, 02:25:31 pm »
yes jack you are a dick
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Re: California fires
« Reply #43 on: October 23, 2007, 02:31:56 pm »
the air suuuuuuuuuuuucks,,, its kinda hard to breathe and the smoke is really coming into the core area of san diego.....


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1/29/07 14 T, 300 k V, 1.8 %
2/22/07 197 T, 247 V, 6.8 %
3/27/07 164 T, <50 V, 5.4 %
5/28/07 177 T, <50 V, 8.2 %
7/28/07 214 T, <50 V, 9.6 %
10/3/07 380 T, <50 V, 10 %

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Re: California fires
« Reply #44 on: October 23, 2007, 02:46:44 pm »
Might be time to buy some manufactured housing stocks. This works after hurricanes in Gulf Coast
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This isn't a thread about Bush and neither is it a thread about the stock market.

People are worried about their lives, their livelihoods and the roof over their head. Why can't you send them your best wishes and leave it at that?

I agree with you Ann. Jack's comments weren't well placed. However, I should mention that he brings up a vaild issue that everyone in the US should consider. We saw the dismal response of our government after Hurrican Katrina. I just don't know how much we can rely on federal help in any crisis. So during this crisis (in America or elsewhere), I'll make the suggestion that I do during every other crisis:

If you haven't taken the time to make preparations for an emergency situation, the end result could leave you stranded and homeless, surrounded by flood or fire. Prepare an emergency kit and plans today, BEFORE you find yourself in an emergency situation.

(In ohio where we mainly worry about the occassional blizzard or local flooding, I have an emergency kit not only in the house; but also another in the car (with blankets and a shovel), along with a plan of where to meet up with friends and family.)

Best wishes to everyone in Cali!
May the rains come, the winds diminish, and the fires dampen
to save you, your loved ones and your homes.

mikie
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Re: California fires
« Reply #45 on: October 23, 2007, 02:58:19 pm »
Sdgirl;     i finally got in touch with my brother i yuma az.   he said my parents are ok , they got out in time !!
& so did my  sisters . from the sounds of things they got burned out !!  we'll find out in a few days.
thanks for the info.    will keep all informed
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Re: California fires
« Reply #46 on: October 23, 2007, 02:59:54 pm »
oh gosh, that really sucks
1/29/07 14 T, 300 k V, 1.8 %
2/22/07 197 T, 247 V, 6.8 %
3/27/07 164 T, <50 V, 5.4 %
5/28/07 177 T, <50 V, 8.2 %
7/28/07 214 T, <50 V, 9.6 %
10/3/07 380 T, <50 V, 10 %

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Re: California fires
« Reply #47 on: October 23, 2007, 03:20:21 pm »
Tommy, I'm glad to know your folks are ok.

BUT your comments to Jack and the language you used are absolutely unacceptable. Your concerns about your parents do not excuse that kind of a rant here. The firestorm in this thread stops right here. If you have a complaint about him send it to the moderators.

Consider yourself warned.
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Re: California fires
« Reply #48 on: October 23, 2007, 03:24:49 pm »
Tommy,

I understand you're having a terrible day today, but that doesn't excuse you calling Jack names. I want you to read our Welcome Thread and pay particular attention to our posting guidelines and Time Out policy.

Jack was warned about what he posted - and now I'm warning you. We don't tolerate personal attacks here. You're only getting a warning this time, please don't let there be a next time.

And I truly am sorry you're having such a terrible birthday, and I hope your family is ok.

Ann
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Re: California fires
« Reply #49 on: October 23, 2007, 03:46:55 pm »
I just recieved an email from a friend who resides in San diego... he was evacuated on sunday evening... I called his mom who lives in Prattville, AL to check on him so she must have sent word to him to follow up with me... his home is gone.... it burned down in 2003 or 2004 he rebuilt and now everything is gone again. He wrote he would let me know when he will be returning back to Bama... it looks like I'll have a house guest for awhile... now I'll have to clean house and arrange pathways large enough for a wheel-chair... he's been poz since 1987 and has been wheel chair bound for 10 years now... he just thinks of this as a set back... I'm sure he will probally move back for some reason he likes it out there... I'm thinking of everyone and wishing them all well in California...

 


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