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Post by toshtego on Dec 10, 2018 2:49:08 GMT -5
Right now Jim is burning some of his tobacco’s in his fireplace to stay warm, he has a few months worth for that type of emergency.....lol Hopefully he has something larger to burn and not the furniture? |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 10, 2018 3:13:57 GMT -5
From 2pm to 5pm we are suppose to have blowing snow, can hardly wait!!
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Post by Dramatwist on Dec 10, 2018 4:35:02 GMT -5
...thoughts of you guys and gals in NC wafting upwards...
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Post by Pistol Pete 1911 on Dec 10, 2018 7:21:59 GMT -5
The weather liar said we were gonna get 1 to 3 inches of snow here over the weekend and we got bumpkis
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Post by antb on Dec 10, 2018 7:30:54 GMT -5
Stay safe y'all!....and stay warm.
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Post by Ronv69 on Dec 10, 2018 9:00:24 GMT -5
Right now Jim is burning some of his tobacco’s in his fireplace to stay warm, he has a few months worth for that type of emergency.....lol Hopefully he has something larger to burn and not the furniture? He doesn't have a fireplace. Except for the one he has in his mouth. |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 10, 2018 9:54:59 GMT -5
It’s hailing out, still took the garbage out and did a small grocery shopping before it starts to really come down again.
The forecast here.....blowing snow between 1 and 5pm........” what’s blowing snow “?? Up North it’s called blizzard like conditions.
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Post by toshtego on Dec 10, 2018 10:27:37 GMT -5
Hopefully he has something larger to burn and not the furniture? He doesn't have a fireplace. Except for the one he has in his mouth. That makes for a dangerous situation in these conditions. Heat ranks high on the Hierarchy of Needs. Being dependent upon a single source is not good. Hopefully, they can stay warm. I cannot imagine living without a woodstove or fireplace. How else can I dispose of the maps, plans, and other documents when THEY come for me?  |
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Post by Legend Lover on Dec 10, 2018 11:12:55 GMT -5
Just caught up with this thread. My thoughts are with JimInks and others in the same situation. One thing we did when moving into our current house, was to put in a stove. We didn't have a fireplace or chimney so there's a flue running through the house. On the rare times when the power goes out, at least we have an alternative source of heat. We also put in a gas hob so we're covered for power outages....But then again, this is Ireland... home of the temperate. We rarely get much by way of extremes here - just rain and plenty of it, but because of that, we're good at dealing with rain. Sun and snow puts us at a standstill - but that doesn't happen often. |
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Post by AJ on Dec 10, 2018 11:35:02 GMT -5
We got 6” here yesterday before it turned to rain. This morning with at least 4” still on the ground the snow mixed with sleet has returned. The local weather forecasters say it should be over by 3:00 PM today. My wife and I are all battened down, plenty of home made soup and sandwiches, listening to Christmas Music, and watching the beautiful snow coming down. I have a bowl of Frog Morton assisting in giving me a sense of well being and contentment. Things could be a lot worse...
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Post by toshtego on Dec 10, 2018 11:45:00 GMT -5
Just caught up with this thread. My thoughts are with JimInks and others in the same situation. One thing we did when moving into our current house, was to put in a stove. We didn't have a fireplace or chimney so there's a flue running through the house. On the rare times when the power goes out, at least we have an alternative source of heat. We also put in a gas hob so we're covered for power outages....But then again, this is Ireland... home of the temperate. We rarely get much by way of extremes here - just rain and plenty of it, but because of that, we're good at dealing with rain. Sun and snow puts us at a standstill - but that doesn't happen often. I recall Ireland gets chilly and damp. Good to have alternative heat sources. Bushmills only goes so far in providing warmth. |
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Post by Legend Lover on Dec 10, 2018 12:03:20 GMT -5
We got 6” here yesterday before it turned to rain. This morning with at least 4” still on the ground the snow mixed with sleet has returned. The local weather forecasters say it should be over by 3:00 PM today. My wife and I are all battened down, plenty of home made soup and sandwiches, listening to Christmas Music, and watching the beautiful snow coming down. I have a bowl of Frog Morton assisting in giving me a sense of well being and contentment. Things could be a lot worse... AJ In a way it sounds bliss. |
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Post by Ronv69 on Dec 10, 2018 12:09:41 GMT -5
Just caught up with this thread. My thoughts are with JimInks and others in the same situation. One thing we did when moving into our current house, was to put in a stove. We didn't have a fireplace or chimney so there's a flue running through the house. On the rare times when the power goes out, at least we have an alternative source of heat. We also put in a gas hob so we're covered for power outages....But then again, this is Ireland... home of the temperate. We rarely get much by way of extremes here - just rain and plenty of it, but because of that, we're good at dealing with rain. Sun and snow puts us at a standstill - but that doesn't happen often. I can't imagine living in Ireland and not having a peat fire burning on the hearth. |
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Post by AJ on Dec 10, 2018 12:15:35 GMT -5
We got 6” here yesterday before it turned to rain. This morning with at least 4” still on the ground the snow mixed with sleet has returned. The local weather forecasters say it should be over by 3:00 PM today. My wife and I are all battened down, plenty of home made soup and sandwiches, listening to Christmas Music, and watching the beautiful snow coming down. I have a bowl of Frog Morton assisting in giving me a sense of well being and contentment. Things could be a lot worse... AJ In a way it sounds bliss. I’m sure I would not be as content if I had to travel or work outside in these conditions. AJ |
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Post by Legend Lover on Dec 10, 2018 12:25:50 GMT -5
Just caught up with this thread. My thoughts are with JimInks and others in the same situation. One thing we did when moving into our current house, was to put in a stove. We didn't have a fireplace or chimney so there's a flue running through the house. On the rare times when the power goes out, at least we have an alternative source of heat. We also put in a gas hob so we're covered for power outages....But then again, this is Ireland... home of the temperate. We rarely get much by way of extremes here - just rain and plenty of it, but because of that, we're good at dealing with rain. Sun and snow puts us at a standstill - but that doesn't happen often. I can't imagine living in Ireland and not having a peat fire burning on the hearth. when I burn peat in my stove, I often open the door and waft the smoke around the room. |
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Post by Ronv69 on Dec 10, 2018 12:31:08 GMT -5
I can't imagine living in Ireland and not having a peat fire burning on the hearth. when I burn peat in my stove, I often open the door and waft the smoke around the room. We had some peat incense but ran out. We also have some pinon incense that we have been rationing for decades. Christmas in Los Alamos was great. |
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Post by Legend Lover on Dec 10, 2018 12:32:22 GMT -5
when I burn peat in my stove, I often open the door and waft the smoke around the room. We had some peat incense but ran out. We also have some pinon incense that we have been rationing for decades. Christmas in Los Alamos was great. I'll post you a briquette if you'd like. |
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Post by Ronv69 on Dec 10, 2018 13:28:40 GMT -5
We have a few I am saving for the chiminea. They don't do much in the fireplace. Nat at all the same thing as dried peat
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Post by Legend Lover on Dec 10, 2018 13:42:38 GMT -5
We have a few I am saving for the chiminea. They don't do much in the fireplace. Nat at all the same thing as dried peat you're right, they're not the same. |
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Post by JimInks on Dec 10, 2018 19:19:26 GMT -5
Our power came back around 5:00 EST. Everything is fine. I was more concerned about having a longer power outage and losing all the food in the fridge and freezer, and that didn't happen. I got a lot of sleep, something I haven't been getting lately, so that was good. Suzy and Molly slept with us most of the time. I didn't mind losing heat so much because I kept a warm sweater on, and was fine. The roads are caked with snow and ice, so I'm not going anywhere tomorrow either.
Thanks for the concern, folks. I greatly appreciate that.
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Post by JimInks on Dec 10, 2018 19:20:46 GMT -5
Hopefully he has something larger to burn and not the furniture? He doesn't have a fireplace. Except for the one he has in his mouth. Quiet, scorch face!!!!!  |
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Post by Matthew on Dec 11, 2018 15:56:52 GMT -5
Our power came back around 5:00 EST. Everything is fine. I was more concerned about having a longer power outage and losing all the food in the fridge and freezer, and that didn't happen. I got a lot of sleep, something I haven't been getting lately, so that was good. Suzy and Molly slept with us most of the time. I didn't mind losing heat so much because I kept a warm sweater on, and was fine. The roads are caked with snow and ice, so I'm not going anywhere tomorrow either. Thanks for the concern, folks. I greatly appreciate that. Glad to hear/see you're up and running.Spent a few days cuddling with the cats and my wife a few years back,so never kick the cats out.Those little suckers are capable of around 50,000 BTUs. |
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Post by toshtego on Dec 11, 2018 16:10:07 GMT -5
We had some peat incense but ran out. We also have some pinon incense that we have been rationing for decades. Christmas in Los Alamos was great. I'll post you a briquette if you'd like. I have several lumps of coal I was planning on passing out as gifts. |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 11, 2018 16:31:51 GMT -5
Here it’s 46 degrees Fahrenheit m perfect weather for me to enjoy a few pipes outside 👍👍
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Post by Ronv69 on Dec 11, 2018 20:01:33 GMT -5
It was 62 and sunny today in SE Texas. Snow is in the forecast for Friday, I kid you not, a single flake.
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