Author Topic: Winter 2014/2015... (Read 167759 times)

Jeff G · « **Reply #400 on:** February 21, 2015, 09:43:04 am »

I miss Southern California weather . I need a go fund me page to buy me a small home in the Hollywood hills for my healths sake . Seriously, its gotten so I can barley get around during the winter and I am hating the cold as I grow older .

Wade · « **Reply #401 on:** February 21, 2015, 10:18:37 am »

you'll get knocked out of your bed by an earthquake,
and break a hip !

Jeff G · « **Reply #402 on:** February 21, 2015, 10:24:54 am »

Quote from: bubba53 on February 21, 2015, 10:18:37 am

you'll get knocked out of your bed by an earthquake,
and break a hip !

I slept through most of the earth quakes when I lived in SD except for a few small ones and one that I thought a car had driven into my house it was so abrupt .

Miss Philicia · « **Reply #403 on:** February 21, 2015, 11:16:24 am »

NWS is on crack -- they've now put our totals BACK UP to 4-6".

initforlife · « **Reply #404 on:** February 21, 2015, 02:49:24 pm »

Here Willy something so you don't get heat rash next time!

Dan0 · « **Reply #405 on:** February 21, 2015, 04:34:51 pm »

We're down to ultra-thin sweats and occasional ⬇️

Really, I feel your pain.

Miss Philicia · « **Reply #406 on:** February 21, 2015, 05:42:47 pm »

I won't be surprised if we get 6" on snow with little turn over to rain. It's been coming down hard for six hours already and it's still 25F. They're still saying it will change to rain by midnight.

I'm wondering though if it does that and then rains for 7-8 hours how much shoveling I'll have left in the morning, or if I should go outside and shovel some before going to bed.

Decisions, decisions...

mitch777 · « **Reply #407 on:** February 21, 2015, 05:51:36 pm »

Quote from: Miss Philicia on February 21, 2015, 05:42:47 pm

I won't be surprised if we get 6" on snow with little turn over to rain. It's been coming down hard for six hours already and it's still 25F. They're still saying it will change to rain by midnight.

I'm wondering though if it does that and then rains for 7-8 hours how much shoveling I'll have left in the morning, or if I should go outside and shovel some before going to bed.

Decisions, decisions...

Shovel now! That snow isn't going to get any lighter at daybreak. I think we are expected to get about the same but I've got "Snowblower Kenny".

Meanwhile, this is going to most likely be the coldest month on record here. I know what you are saying Jeff. Time for SoCal.

Even Gai Pan hates it. He somehow found his own way today to tuck himself in. lol.

btw- where has Michael been lately?

BT65 · « **Reply #408 on:** February 21, 2015, 07:30:38 pm »

I don't know where Michael has been, I hope he's okay.

There's been a few records here due to the arctic freeze. Today it got up to 30F and someone actually wore shorts. But, Monday it's going to be a high of 9F.

mitch777 · « **Reply #409 on:** February 21, 2015, 09:12:42 pm »

Quote from: BT65 on February 21, 2015, 07:30:38 pm

I don't know where Michael has been, I hope he's okay.

There's been a few records here due to the arctic freeze. Today it got up to 30F and someone actually wore shorts. But, Monday it's going to be a high of 9F.

Me too Betty.

I still think you will win the prize again for the worst weather in this here thread.

Wade · « **Reply #410 on:** February 21, 2015, 09:30:43 pm »

GETTING ALL RAIN !!! & temp is above freezing
supposed to be rain tomorrow too.... He Haw !
Hope it follows suit for all us snow goers
Bye Bye big dirty snow piles !!!
It will freeze sunday night though , Bummer

Wade · « **Reply #411 on:** February 21, 2015, 09:41:04 pm »

Oh Willy,
don't wear that !!
better to have a rash ,
that's just plain wrong , are they held up with Velcro ?
and init ...., what exactly are you packing to come across such things ?
You Go Girl !!!

Miss Philicia · « **Reply #412 on:** February 22, 2015, 02:06:14 pm »

Glad I didn't go out and shovel last night. We had 5" of snow which turned to sleet at 10pm and rain at midnight, so by this morning we were down to maybe a few inches of slush. Right now it's 43F so I went outside and it took me about 3 minutes to scoop the slush to one side and throw down some salt.

Theyer · « **Reply #413 on:** February 22, 2015, 03:53:58 pm »

Michael has been walking in Bowland Forest , Lancashire .
Now back laying down freezing in London . Mean nasty slap face wind flowing over Clapham Common this am so dogs walk curtailed lots off silly fools playing Sunday Football ( soccer ) time I got home tottering like a drunk . Cold buggers my neuropathies and balance flounces off..

wolfter · « **Reply #414 on:** February 23, 2015, 08:09:19 am »

We ended up getting 9" and it's absolutely beautiful if viewing it from inside, sitting next to a fire.

We're still breaking record low temps. It's down right frigid...brr

I've had to work quite a bit because of the weather and my close proximity. It's only 3 miles away but treacherous. Saturday morning, I had to drive in 4 wheel low the entire way as no plows had even been out yet. I couldn't see the road and half the drive is along a huge ravine with no guardrails.

I'm ever so grateful that I got a 4x4 recently as there is no way either of my rear wheel drive pick ups would have fared very well.

WillyWump · « **Reply #415 on:** February 23, 2015, 02:58:12 pm »

Quote from: bubba53 on February 21, 2015, 09:41:04 pm

Oh Willy,
don't wear that !!
better to have a rash ,
that's just plain wrong , are they held up with Velcro ?
and init ...., what exactly are you packing to come across such things ?
You Go Girl !!!

Dont worry Bubs those would not work for me. While my testosterone soaked/shriveled nuts may fit in there, undoubtedly my baby's arm would come flopping out at the most inoportune time.

Wade · « **Reply #416 on:** February 23, 2015, 04:59:11 pm »

Oh My ......

Miss Philicia · « **Reply #417 on:** February 24, 2015, 01:05:06 pm »

THE SOUTH SHALL RISE AGAIN! (this is wildly different than what the NWS is projecting for tomorrow so you better hope they are right. NWS totals are half this or less)

Jeff G · « **Reply #418 on:** February 24, 2015, 01:14:25 pm »

We are supposed to get up to 4 inches of snow and I haven't even bought bread or milk yet .

BT65 · « **Reply #419 on:** February 24, 2015, 01:42:59 pm »

Quote from: Jeff G on February 24, 2015, 01:14:25 pm

We are supposed to get up to 4 inches of snow and I haven't even bought bread or milk yet .

Lol. Are you really supposed to get snow?

Jeff G · « **Reply #420 on:** February 24, 2015, 01:47:56 pm »

Quote from: BT65 on February 24, 2015, 01:42:59 pm

Lol. Are you really supposed to get snow?

Yep ... they are saying its a sure thing but that was last time I checked this morning . We were supposed to get ice on the roads this morning so the schools and my clinic I had an appointment at opened 2 hours late ... but no ice . We shall see if the snow really comes .

Miss Philicia · « **Reply #421 on:** February 24, 2015, 02:52:59 pm »

From what I am seeing from the meteorologists I follow on FB the forecast models are strengthening, but mostly in the are from NE Georgia up to Norfolk, VA. After that it just goes out to sea so it will not be coming up the coast and bothering me

Raleigh, NC up to Norfolk, VA will get the highest amounts.

NWS definitely is already saying 2-5" for B'ham.

BT65 · « **Reply #422 on:** February 24, 2015, 07:19:09 pm »

Well Jeff, did you get snow? I imagine if you do everything will be closed tomorrow.

It's just the terrible arctic temps here. It's so cold the snow is frozen and the deer are able to cross the private spring fed lake which our neighbors said never freezes. Lol.

Betty

Jeff G · « **Reply #423 on:** February 24, 2015, 07:41:41 pm »

Its a balmy 42 out right now, the snow is supposed to start in the morning here .

mitch777 · « **Reply #424 on:** February 24, 2015, 09:47:15 pm »

Quote from: BT65 on February 24, 2015, 07:19:09 pm

It's just the terrible arctic temps here. It's so cold the snow is frozen and the deer are able to cross the private spring fed lake which our neighbors said never freezes. Lol.

Betty

I've heard of the Connecticut River freezing solid before but have never seen it this bad. A neighbor posted a video on FB showing a guy driving a large pickup truck on the river. They said the ice measured 18" thick.

Quote from: Jeff G on February 24, 2015, 07:41:41 pm

Its a balmy 42 out right now, the snow is supposed to start in the morning here .

I want to see a Alabama snowman. I just know your imagination will create something worth a look.

Wade · « **Reply #425 on:** February 25, 2015, 07:10:50 am »

Everything's frozen here too !
The dirt roads have been frozen for weeks
Just got 3 more inches last night !

Miss Philicia · « **Reply #426 on:** February 25, 2015, 08:01:09 am »

... and so it begins. Ice and snow in East Texas! Batten down the hatches!

Miss Philicia · « **Reply #427 on:** February 25, 2015, 10:26:48 am »

The NAM model updated this morning has the low going slightly further north by the time it reaches NC/VA. FYI & IIRC with the NAM model these totals are maximum possibilities and guidance, not a forecast.

This is also a very wet, heavy snowfall -- not light and powdery. So that means A LOT of power outages in areas hit very hard.

wolfter · « **Reply #428 on:** February 25, 2015, 10:41:09 am »

Heading up to Mount Vernon to help Greg pack. In the middle of the night, the main water line for his complex ruptured. It happened in the wall of his main closet and it flooded the entire apartment. He couldn't get hold of maintenance for several hours and it continually spewed water. They're moving him to another apartment but who in the hell enjoys moving in the freezing cold? But, not much to do but just do it.

So yeah, I'm now offically tired of this bitter cold.

Jeff G · « **Reply #429 on:** February 25, 2015, 10:43:17 am »

I bet we get some ice and flurries here ... the whole town is shut down in anticipation of 2 inches of snow that was not remotely a certain thing .

WillyWump · « **Reply #430 on:** February 25, 2015, 01:26:43 pm »

Quote from: Miss Philicia on February 25, 2015, 08:01:09 am

... and so it begins. Ice and snow in East Texas! Batten down the hatches!

done.

Jeff G · « **Reply #431 on:** February 25, 2015, 02:43:03 pm »

The story of my life … I’m only getting 3 inches .

Miss Philicia · « **Reply #432 on:** February 25, 2015, 04:33:44 pm »

I'm ecstatic to report that in 10 days (March 7th) our forecast is for 50F. We've not been in the 50's since January 5th.

mitch777 · « **Reply #433 on:** February 25, 2015, 05:48:45 pm »

Quote from: Jeff G on February 25, 2015, 02:43:03 pm

The story of my life … I’m only getting 3 inches .

Did you get out there and make me a snowman?

Sorry about the 3". You may need to move north but I've never been able to figure out how to handle 40".

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And Greg, that really sucks! Hope there wasn't much damage done. Ugh.

Wumpy, I don't even know what to say about your dire situation other than maybe wearing electric socks. Best wishes getting through this!! Maybe Betty could give you a few more tips?

Jeff G · « **Reply #434 on:** February 25, 2015, 06:07:34 pm »

We only have a cold rain … wha wha whaaaa waw .

Miss Philicia · « **Reply #435 on:** February 25, 2015, 06:21:28 pm »

NWS has now put up winter storm watches up for the 3 most southern counties in New Jersey so I'll just be missing any snow by a mere 40 miles.

Jeff G · « **Reply #436 on:** February 25, 2015, 09:01:02 pm »

OH MY GOD, my yard has almost a quarter inch of snow in it and I have no bread or milk .

BT65 · « **Reply #437 on:** February 26, 2015, 06:27:54 am »

As for tips, stay in and under the electric blanket!

Our local weather is supposedly in the path of some upcoming snow event. We're supposed to get "several more inches" this Sunday. Hello, we already have over two feet! I wonder if we're ever going to have spring. And oh, our temps are supposedly going to be below 0F the next few nights.

Jeff, you wanted snow didn't you? I swear you had mentioned that. Did you get more snow than what was in that picture you texted me?

Jeff G · « **Reply #438 on:** February 26, 2015, 09:12:48 am »

Quote from: BT65 on February 26, 2015, 06:27:54 am

Jeff, you wanted snow didn't you? I swear you had mentioned that. Did you get more snow than what was in that picture you texted me?

We only got a dusting here last night and it almost gone now .

wolfter · « **Reply #439 on:** February 26, 2015, 09:17:32 am »

Quote from: mitch777 on February 25, 2015, 05:48:45 pm

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And Greg, that really sucks! Hope there wasn't much damage done. Ugh.

We worked our asses off. I don't think I've ever been this sore. They only had a 3rd floor apartment available which meant we had to schlep everything up 3 flights of stairs. UGH!!!!

After about 8 hours, the complex manager stopped by to check on our progress. She actually had the nerve to ask if we'd be done last night as they need to get to work on the damage. I looked right at her and asked "REALLY?" The other Greg is much nicer than I am and even asked if we could have a couple of days since we both work. She said she supposed that was alright but would appreciate if we could get it done quickly.

Thank goodness I forgot to bring my evening meds and decided to come home as I was also exhausted and sweaty. I walk in and it was freezing in here. Some how, the damn furnace pilot light went out. Had I spent the night, I'd probably be dealing with frozen lines myself.

So yuckity yuck, it was an awful day except it showed us how well we work together and handle bad situations.

BT65 · « **Reply #440 on:** February 26, 2015, 11:29:30 am »

Greg, at least you can find the good in situations. It sucks to move in the winter. I did it at my last apartment and swore I would never do it again. I feel for you!

Wade · « **Reply #441 on:** February 26, 2015, 11:44:02 am »

Me too!
Not moving out of here anytime just soon ,unless feet first .
Snowing here again now,sneak attack.
Only 2-4" but it sucks ,I have An hour drive to an eye appointment at 3:00
Yuk !!!

wolfter · « **Reply #442 on:** February 26, 2015, 03:43:04 pm »

What would have previously annoyed me was actually par for the course yesterday. Kept telling him I wanted to head about before dark as I get confused. Didn't happen and I was lost like hell. I used 3/4 of a tank of gas to get home.

The sun is shining brightly today but it's a trick. It's still colder than heck out there.

Miss Philicia · « **Reply #443 on:** March 01, 2015, 07:32:43 am »

Another day, another winter storm warning -- on NWS's weather.gov the warnings stretch from central Texas to Boston. And from Boston down to South Carolina. Oddly all I am predicted to see is 1-2" of snow topped with 0.1" of ice followed by rain and a high of 41F tomorrow to melt it all away.

Big whoop.

Unfortunately I can't say that this is the last of the season as they're also showing snow/sleet on Tuesday and Thursday.

Wade · « **Reply #444 on:** March 01, 2015, 09:13:36 am »

Me ! Kenny & Betty will be shoveling again tomorrow .......

BT65 · « **Reply #445 on:** March 01, 2015, 09:47:05 am »

Oh I'll probably go out at some point today. Our deck outside the living room needs to be cleared so we can fill up the bird feeder. We broke a record for the snowiest February.

Betty

mecch · « **Reply #446 on:** March 01, 2015, 01:08:30 pm »

I've been to some uber gay bed & breakfast inns around New England and the best ones don't know they are so camp and aren't targeting gays. Just get a lady innkeeper with mega-OCD frou-frou taste and you're good to go. Course that was the 80's and 90's.

As for gay on purpose, The Belvedere on Fire Island is easily in the Top 10, no?
http://belvederefireisland.com

I'm sure there are some staggeringly gay camp fests on the Black Sea, and in Greece.

Wade · « **Reply #447 on:** March 01, 2015, 01:29:36 pm »

There are still quite a few B&Bs on the outer Cape,
Some stay open all winter especially in P Town.
Think I had brunch at the Belvedere ..?
It was in September and I remember a mad rush for the ferry.

phildinftlaudy · « **Reply #448 on:** March 01, 2015, 01:37:37 pm »

Winter in Miami while usually dry can have a bit of rain at times... This was that "bit" of rain we got yesterday....

Downtown Miami:

And, after I swam to my car, this was the view from the driver's side seat at the parking lot --- notice the formation of South Florida's newest geyser...

But, made it to see Jody and have a great time (not a winning time, but a great time) at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood...

Jody sends his best to everyone - And, probably didn't want me to tell all of you suffering the Winter of 2015 up North that he is getting ready to take a swim in the pool at the B&B he is staying at.... Can't blame him for wanting to get a swim in as it is 80 degrees and just a bit humid here.

Wade · « **Reply #449 on:** March 01, 2015, 01:48:13 pm »

You Go Boys !
Enjoy those 80s ,
Happy for ya !
Wade

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