Ice Road Walkers

Friday, December 17, 2010

Hubby and the next door neighbor both tried to get to work again today. The same pile of abandoned cars was still there in the exact same places. So hubby and the neighbor both left and made it a quarter mile and came straight back home, sliding the entire way. LOL. Hubby took the FX4 but on ice the brakes didn't work. Later in the afternoon the sun came out intermittently and it got up to 31 degrees and melted some of the ice. Two of the vehicles stranded on the road were able to get out and the neighbors on the other side got out.

We went for 2 ice walks today. Saw Baby sitting in the snow.

We talked to Hondo's owner and he theorizes that Hondo was probably hit by a car and went off and died. I guess we could make hypotheses forever about what happened to him. But it appears he is gone. I will continue to look for him though as the weather allows. I intend to find him one way or another.

I called the neighbor widow lady to check on her today. She was so thrilled. We talked a long time. She told me about what has been going on in the neighborhood. She owns the most land in this area.Lots of people have been trespassing on her property and she asked us to check on her property, part of which connects to ours.

Baby was barking again tonight and there were some strange sounds outside. I called hubby out to hear them but he could not identify them.


Thursday

Calories - 1580
Net carbs - 93
Fats - 72
Proteins - 97
Steps - 15722
Miles - 6.45

  

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CAROLFAITHWALKR 12/22/2010 3:46AM

Hmmm. Sounds like something is definitely going on there, with Baby acting strange. Report Inappropriate Comment

ENUFF81020 12/19/2010 11:19PM

I too was hoping the best for Hondo--and will keep him in my prayers. My dogs are one of my pleasures and I know they do so much for everyone. Bless his canine self... Report Inappropriate Comment

MZZCHIEF 12/19/2010 3:07PM

North pole is right! Don't know how ya do it. I packed up everything headed south with my dog, a suitcase and my sewing machine.... left NY a few years after colleging at Syracuse U. A coupla decades of that was all I could stand. Wonder if those strange sounds were the geese? : ) Mzzchief Report Inappropriate Comment

SLIMMINJENN 12/18/2010 10:57PM

the strange sounds dont sound good, please be careful! Report Inappropriate Comment

SPIRITSEEKER2 12/18/2010 4:01PM

take care be safe Report Inappropriate Comment

TEDYBEAR2838 12/18/2010 3:29PM

Never a dull moment in your life! Report Inappropriate Comment

LUVSBULLDOGS 12/18/2010 1:53PM

We woke up to snow this morning. I was out and about yesterday. No ice. There will be when this melts. I use shoe chains when it's icy out. Dh just makes snow angels. He has shoe chains, but hasn't put them on. It is much safer. Comment edited on: 12/18/2010 1:54:26 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

MARUSSELL 12/18/2010 12:56PM

Do you use a traction device when you walk outside on ice? How sad about Hondo. Closure would be good even if it is sad news. We did not get any more ice, thankfully. The snow we have is enough. Report Inappropriate Comment

SUZYMOBILE 12/18/2010 11:23AM

I loved the title of your blog!! I keep picturing that pile of abandoned cars--isn't it amazing how Mother Nature can still bring us to our knees and render us helpless when she wants to? What did the noise sound like? Animal? Mechanical? Rumbling of an earthquake? I'm glad you got to talk with your neighbor; she must be lonesome. There's always somebody in the neighborhood who knows EVERYTHING that's going on, so it's good to get acquainted with them. It kind of bothers me, too, though, because I'm a private person in general. I wouldn't want everybody to know, for instance, that I'd up and left my wife of 30 years for a chickie in Florida (and then came back with tail between legs) or that I'd tried to blow my head off and just left myself without a jaw. Both of these things have been the talk of our neighborhood--the latter within the past week! What's the deal with this trespassing, though? I guess you folks have enough land that people can creep about and cross boundaries easily. Was it hunters or just weird strangers, do you think? Report Inappropriate Comment

WISEWIFE 12/18/2010 10:58AM

I hope Hondo is ok, but like his owner fear for the worst. Maybe Baby will be ok, night noises are NOT a good thing. Keep warm kiddo! And stay safe! Hugs, WW Report Inappropriate Comment

SHERRYTOO 12/18/2010 9:08AM

The only place I want to see ice is in my glass! Please be careful as you will now have areas thawing and refreezing just to trip you up. Is the washer fixed? Please give Baby extra attention when you see her as I suspect she is "grieving" in her dog fashion. Report Inappropriate Comment

SUNNY332 12/18/2010 9:03AM

I was hoping that hondo would surface. How sad... Take care and have a GREAT day. Glad you had a partial thaw. Hugs, Sunny Report Inappropriate Comment

MONSTERDECOOKIE 12/18/2010 8:42AM

Sad about Hondo. But like Susie said, could he be trying to answer Baby? Be careful looking for him. I pray there is a happy ending. Report Inappropriate Comment

BETHGILLIGAN 12/18/2010 8:22AM

Hope that ice continues to melt!! I'm sure you and hubby would love for him to get to work one of these days!!LOL Poor Hondo--I continue to pray that he's found. I know you will do everything humanly possible!! Have a warm weekend!! Report Inappropriate Comment

GOANNA2 12/18/2010 1:13AM

I hope you find Hondo. Did you guys find out what Baby was barking at. I can just close my eyes and imagine the snow and ice and I can cool myself off. Report Inappropriate Comment

DEVORA4 12/18/2010 1:10AM

You folks are really7 catching the worst of winter! You are such an incredible person the way you said you intend to find Hondo. I would think most folks who say thaT ARE just talking BUT I firmly believe you will. Have a warm weekemnd. deb Report Inappropriate Comment

DOTSLADY 12/18/2010 1:08AM

Do you wear crampons for ice-walking?! Yikes ... hope you have strong bones. Still bummed with you about Hondo... Report Inappropriate Comment

SUSIEPH1 12/18/2010 12:18AM

Could Hondo be trapped some where! It rather sounds as if he is trying to answer her! ohh this is terrible ...That poor dog!. Hugs Susie Report Inappropriate Comment

WOWEETOO 12/17/2010 11:59PM

i always dreamed of a cabin in the woods and when i got one (with no indoor plumbing and no running water but i had a goat and chickens and geese and rabbits lol and a coal stove for heat nope not for me theearth mother status for sure and you don't wanna hear about the king snake in the chicken house lmas the lady mary Report Inappropriate Comment

STEPPYSUE 12/17/2010 11:26PM

I feel like I'm listening to an episode of the Wilderness Family. I am living in the suburbs, I've always said I'm a country girl, but you my dear are way out in the country. In some ways I'll bet it's beautiful, in others like in the winter, very hard. Report Inappropriate Comment

NORASPAT 12/17/2010 11:09PM

M you do live with more winter hardships than we ever do. I firs saw you cabin in the woods and it looked so inviting, I am trying to imagine it iced in and I have a very bleak picture. I am a city born girl, house in a row of 10 all joined together. No front yard you stepped on to the street No back yard you were out in your yard and then the alley. I imagine that sounds pretty bleak to you. A bit like town mouse and city mouse arnt we. Stay warm , well and happy my spark friend. HUGS Pat in Maine. Report Inappropriate Comment

CATHYJR73 12/17/2010 10:55PM

Good job weathering the storm and getting out in spite of the storm!! Report Inappropriate Comment

We're The New North Pole!!

Thursday, December 16, 2010

Welp, the ice storm came and NOAA was wrong. The rotten turds. LOL. We were supposed to get a little ice but our county got the worst of it. A glaze of ice. Hubby tried to go to work this morning and made it a quarter of a mile from home and could not get up the hill. He returned and in the mean time the neighbor left trying to take the same southern route to town too. Hubby was going to try to take my vehicle as I have new tires but in the mean time the neighbor returned as the south road was blocked. We walked down the road to see if the other roads were open and there was a small black car blocking the north route, a white truck blocking the east route, and a blue truck, red truck, and beige van blocking the west route. So he gave up and called his boss. No one had made it to work yet. Two employees (the bosses son/plant manager and the salesman) called and were stuck on the road on the way there. So not sure if anyone made it to work or not. It did not get above freezing and is supposed to get really cold.

I ended up falling on the ice and bruised both hands, my left elbow, and who knows what else. But no broken bones. YEAH!! Hubby is not feeling well.

Hubby worked on the Maytag since he was already home and he may have it fixed but wants me to wait until he is home to do clothes. It will be really slick trying to get the clothes to the pole barn anyway so I don't have any choice but to wait.

We had a mockingbird at our feeder today. They are so cool.

No Hondo.

I had 84 emails left and got rid of 87 on Truesday.
On Wednesday I had 85 left and got rid of 110.

Wednesday Stats

Calories - 1349
Net Carbs - 124
Fats - 43
Proteins - 79
Steps - 14744
Miles - 6.05

  

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SCOLLY 12/17/2010 7:04PM

Glad to hear you weren't hurt too badly! I'm ready for spring Report Inappropriate Comment

FLUTTER-BY)L( 12/17/2010 6:58PM

I hope you can find some nice soup or something, just stay warm and take care of yourself. Report Inappropriate Comment

FIT4GOOD3 12/17/2010 4:47PM

Stay cozy, hon! Nothing to do but hunker down and wait it out. Report Inappropriate Comment

SPIRITSEEKER2 12/17/2010 3:31PM

Glad you are ok from falling down- There are reasonable times when he needs to stay home from work.. like its too dangerous to drive.. Hope your washer is fixed. sorry about Hondo ( still hoping ). Report Inappropriate Comment

MZZCHIEF 12/17/2010 12:34PM

So if you fell and are now the new North Pole, and you pick yourself up and dance, does that make you a fallen woman and a pole dancer? : ) Sure I hope you're laughing and not throwing snowballs in my general direction! Not to be a copy cat, but I fell off the ladder while cleaning out my gutters a coupla days ago. (okay there's some material for you to work with... ha) Actually the ladder chose to fall as I was descending and I just kinda went with it before flinging myself free before it hit the ground, or should I say fell into the rose bush. I earned a nice scraped ankle and a bruise on my already bruised foot & toe, an injury earned earlier this week when I dropped the huge metal door knob when fixing the lock. This being the same foot which just coincidentally happens to sport a permanent mat of a jillion tiny red and blue varicose veins. So yesterday at Sprouts I picked up some Arnica blossoms for tea. Its suppose to help with the cuts and bruises. But a quick look at wiki revealed that the active ingredient, helenalin, is highly toxic. Hmmm. I guess even water is toxic if its over your head and you can't swim. So we'll see if it heals me faster than it kills me. If Pointy's listening, he's prolly planning a delayed onset allergic reaction to the arnica. yeesh. Wattaguy! ha Heal fast and well... ttay warm while you're doin it! : ) Mzzchief Report Inappropriate Comment

SHERRYTOO 12/17/2010 12:28PM

There is no getting around on ice especially on foot. We got 4" snow, but my Mom lives 30 miles south, and they got all ice. I am going to start walking to Hawaii. Report Inappropriate Comment

LUVSBULLDOGS 12/17/2010 12:13PM

The ice is the worst. I have shoe chains. They are in the back of our car. I put our boots back in the shed. We're suppose to get 2-3 inches of snow by tomorrow morning. I'm afraid Hondo is probably a goner after this long. Poor baby. My gf has a stray at her house. She's been trying to get her into a sheltered place with a doghouse and blanket, but the dog is too afraid yet. The dog has been eating though. They have 7 cats that were all strays, so I don't know how a dog would get along. Report Inappropriate Comment

GRAPEVINE60 12/17/2010 11:38AM

Stay warm.......I'll pray that it doesn't affect your electricity like it did ours last year. Report Inappropriate Comment

SHASHEE71 12/17/2010 11:21AM

Giiirrrrlll....you be careful!! I'm sorry you fell down! It's been pretty cold here in Nashville too. Schools were closed on Monday and my boss let me play hooky too because of the ice on the roads! I don't like being outside in the cold weather, but so loooove cuddling up with a blanket on the couch!! You take care of you lady lou!! Report Inappropriate Comment

ALASKASKY 12/17/2010 11:09AM

Hope you're ok after your fall. Be careful. Report Inappropriate Comment

WINNIEATWELL2 12/17/2010 10:04AM

Arghhhhhhhh..that ice is the worst! Glad you didn't break anything......Carefulll..stay up right my friend. Report Inappropriate Comment

ASTORRES1 12/17/2010 9:39AM

here is the sun to help melt the ice to kiss your booboos.....lol hot toddies to keep you warm..... Report Inappropriate Comment

SHIRLEYX 12/17/2010 8:35AM

Stay warm and safe. Good luck with the washer! Report Inappropriate Comment

BETHGILLIGAN 12/17/2010 7:41AM

Sorry to hear you fell--at least no broken bones but the bruises are no fun!! Hope hubby has the washer fixed but that sounds like it is going to be a brutal job in that weather!! Be careful! So sad about Hondo! Report Inappropriate Comment

SUZYMOBILE 12/17/2010 7:05AM

I hope you don't stay iced in too long. Crossing the ice with a load of laundry to the pole barn does NOT sound like fun, but it sounds like it might be necessary, and I hate that for you! Now I'm afraid that I'm mad at your neighbors for being so careless with their dogs. But on the other hand, it sounds as if Hondo enjoyed his freedom. Our place is probably 2000 sq ft max, counting the sunroom which we can't really use in the winter because it's so unheated. So, close to the same size, I think! Report Inappropriate Comment

DEE797 12/17/2010 6:59AM

Glad your dh made it back safely after trying to get to work. So sorry to hear of your fall, hope your hands and elbow heal quickly for you. Glad nothing was broken. Sorry to read no Hondo yet. Hope things warm up for you soon. Report Inappropriate Comment

GOANNA2 12/17/2010 5:07AM

Wow, I can't imagine the ice and snow. I am so glad that nothing is broken Morticia. Here it is so hot and muggy. It was 31 Celsius and humidity was 85%. Cold showers for me. Poor Hondo, if he was out in that weather, it would be hard to survive. How neat to have a mockingbird. I don't think I've ever heard one. Let's hope that the Maytag gets fixed properly and don't even think of going out in the ice to the barn. We have a severe thunderstorm warning and the rain will at least bring an end to this stickiness but it may bring flash flooding as well, so no one wins. Have a great weekend. Report Inappropriate Comment

TOMWDCSKC 12/17/2010 12:51AM

Sorry to hear about your fall. Take care for the holidays. Report Inappropriate Comment

0309COOKIE 12/17/2010 12:46AM

Sorry that you fell and hurt yourself. Sorry to hear no Hondo. Report Inappropriate Comment

NWGARDENGIRL 12/17/2010 12:31AM

Not to be a Smart A, but this story reminds me of the one my stepdad use to tell....about how he had to walk to school in the middle of winter, up hill both ways, with shoes that had holes in them and and no socks.......!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

SUSIEPH1 12/16/2010 11:50PM

ohh Morticia! Im am so glad nothing is broken! . I think Hondo may be gone !! it is a long since he was last seen Poor little man!! I am glad Hubby didn't get stuck !! . Thank you for you lovely comments on my blog and activity feed .. I really appriciate the support .. You are really out in the wild wild west!... Love and Hugs Susie Report Inappropriate Comment

CONFUSEDBIRD 12/16/2010 11:36PM

Ouch your poor hands! Well at least u guys had a nice day off together! Report Inappropriate Comment

HOWLERMOM 12/16/2010 11:34PM

Oh man - at least your DH didn't get stuck and could return home. So sorry to hear you fell - sooooo painful, you'll be getting reminders of that for a few days I suspect. I cannot imagine trucking to the pole barn with the ice. Stay warm and hope DH is feeling better! Report Inappropriate Comment

WOWEETOO 12/16/2010 11:34PM

nothing like a good thrashing by the weather to make people appreciative of off time i love the mocking birds also altho i can't hear them the lady mary Report Inappropriate Comment

BEFIT013 12/16/2010 11:02PM

Brr..! Sounds awfully COLD! I'm so sorry Hondo hasn't shown up yet! Stay TOASTY! Report Inappropriate Comment

KIRSTEN 12/16/2010 10:36PM

Sorry you fell, but I am glad you didn't break anything! When I lived in California, a mockingbird used to sing on the roof ALL NIGHT LONG. It was cool, but sometimes it kept me awake. I love mockingbirds, and we don't have them in Portland. Report Inappropriate Comment

DEVORA4 12/16/2010 10:36PM

Although I am drinking a hot tea now, I got colder just reading what you folks are going through. I am so sorry you fell and bruised yourself. I am amazed that you were able to walk in these conditions. I drive to the local mall and do my walking there, You take care and good wishes to your DH who you said was sick. Deb Report Inappropriate Comment

SWELL10 12/16/2010 10:16PM

Wow it does sound like you got the brunt of it. We are about two hours south of you (and west) and we got a very slight glaze on the roads. Hope you thaw out soon and the bruises heal fast. Report Inappropriate Comment

WILLOW49 12/16/2010 10:13PM

Ouch! Sure glad you don't have any broken bones. Report Inappropriate Comment

The Ice Storm Cometh

Wednesday, December 15, 2010

Today was cold and gloomy. The freezing rain didn't start until late in the evening around 8:30 though. I was able to slide to the post office and get my mail. So I got to talk to my friend and the rural mail carrier who had not left yet. A bob cat has been seen in the area. Not good.

Hubby's needs to go to work because he has a couple of work deadlines. I don't want him risking his life or wrecking our vehicle and/or someone else's vehicle so I will be worried tomorrow.

I saw a bunch of deer in the yard yesterday and today - around 8.

Tuesday

Calories - 1748
Net Carbs - 123
Fats - 68
Proteins - 141
Steps - 15195
Miles - 6.23

  

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CAROLFAITHWALKR 12/22/2010 3:44AM

Ought oh. Bobcat . . . and missing dog. The plot thickens. Not looking good for the dog. Report Inappropriate Comment

LUVSBULLDOGS 12/16/2010 6:17PM

Black ice is what causes all the accidents here. People don't slow down until they get hurt or someone in their family does. Report Inappropriate Comment

CODEMAULER 12/16/2010 4:30PM

I'll be outside for the parade tonight. Thankfully the weather is almost moderate, if that can ever be said about December in the Frozen North. We're in for more snow and cold before the weekend is out, so I'll take the nice weather when I can! Be careful, stay warm and try to find some fun! Report Inappropriate Comment

WOWEETOO 12/16/2010 3:55PM

EGADS!! THE LADY MARY Report Inappropriate Comment

DEE797 12/16/2010 3:28PM

Do hope your dh made it to work and back okay. I remember times like, I hate ice especially black ice. A bobcat around? Sure hope it doesn't come near you and your furries. Report Inappropriate Comment

SPIRITSEEKER2 12/16/2010 2:42PM

I hope you all and critters are ok Report Inappropriate Comment

SHERRYTOO 12/16/2010 10:54AM

It's not even winter yet, and this weather really sucks. We got about 4" snow. I don't know if there's ice on top or under as I haven't attacked the driveway yet. That's my plans for lunch! Hope Hondo didn't tangle with the bobcat. There's been a pic from a security camera of a mountain lion in the next county here. Stay warm! Watch out for the ice. Report Inappropriate Comment

MAMAGOSS 12/16/2010 9:28AM

It is no fun driving on ice - I'll keep your DH's safety in my prayers.... Report Inappropriate Comment

INDEJAM09 12/16/2010 9:26AM

HE'S IN MY PRAYERS AS ARE YOU. PLEASE ADD ME TO YOUR PRAYERS AS WELL, I'M THE ONLY ONE WORKING HERE AND I'M LOOSING MY JOB. Report Inappropriate Comment

MONSTERDECOOKIE 12/16/2010 9:04AM

I am praying for your hubby's safety today. Report Inappropriate Comment

JUSTJO66 12/16/2010 8:53AM

Me too....I HATE ice. We get some really bad ice storms here sometimes. When I used to work the hospitals they expected us to come to work no matter what....boy, I've slipped and slid down the road many times praying all the way. I'm glad now to have a job where if it's bad..I call in. I'm just too darn old now...got better sense.LOL Don't want to risk life and limb or van just for the dollar. :o) I know some still have to go in no matter what....I pray for them. Hope you guys stay safe. Oh, I love the thought of you seeing deer in your front yard. I wish we had more of them around our parts. Civilization has just about ran everything off but the coyotes and skunks. :o) I occasionally see a few on my drive home. This morning I caught 2 raccoons crossing the road in my headlights. Cute. Stay warm. Jo Report Inappropriate Comment

SUNNY332 12/16/2010 8:35AM

We got the ice storm too so glad I have an "indoor" day planned. We are going to decorate the big tree today and hang the garland so I have plenty to keep me busy. Any news of Hondo? That just breaks my heart. I hope he is ok. I have heard the reports of Bob Cats and also "black bear" now in Missouri. My, oh my. Take care and do be good to yourself. Sunny Report Inappropriate Comment

MARUSSELL 12/16/2010 8:21AM

It does look gloomy here. We may be next. Hope he gets there safely. They salt the roads pretty well here but I hate to drive on it anyway! Report Inappropriate Comment

TEDYBEAR2838 12/16/2010 7:58AM

Hey, your calories were a bit higher, because of the COLD? It always makes me want to eat, plus I think it keeps you warmer. You did great on your walking. HOw do you do it in this COLD? Report Inappropriate Comment

GOANNA2 12/16/2010 7:31AM

Ice is not good, is it? I hope your hubby makes it safely to work. It is good that the deer are still around, which means that the hunteres are not around. They will have to watch out for the bobcat. I hope you have lots of food stocked up in case you get closed in. Look after yourselves Hugs Anna Report Inappropriate Comment

STEPPYSUE 12/16/2010 7:18AM

Morticia, do you have chains on the tires, or don't they help at all? Report Inappropriate Comment

SUZYMOBILE 12/16/2010 7:16AM

We had a bobcat roaming around our neighborhood in Conway once, but the mama bear kept him in line, LOL! May Benny stay nice and safe! Too bad he can't work at home, but I know he can't, so that's not helpful. Report Inappropriate Comment

BETHGILLIGAN 12/16/2010 7:11AM

Ice is the WORST!!! You can't do anything in it. Stay warm--good luck to hubby!! Report Inappropriate Comment

ALASKASKY 12/16/2010 5:36AM

Hope hubby stays safe. Report Inappropriate Comment

ASTORRES1 12/16/2010 4:59AM

Hoping your hubby has a safe trip to work.....I would be worried tooo..... amy Report Inappropriate Comment

GEORGIA_KAY 12/16/2010 4:36AM

Ice has a mind all it's own---and it's a mind like someone on street drugs! I HATE ice. There's just no coping with it. You and your DH will be in my thoughts and prayers--I truly pray that the storm won't be a bad one. Let's hope that bobcat decides to go live somewhere else. Report Inappropriate Comment

GEOFROG 12/16/2010 1:27AM

We're fighting that too where I live. I hate the ice and snow. Not much we can do to fight Mother Nature though. LOL! Maybe your bobcat can et together with my coyotes! Good luck to you and your husband. Prayers are with you both to keep safe! Report Inappropriate Comment

CONFUSEDBIRD 12/16/2010 1:21AM

I hope you guys are all stocked up on food unless u have to stay in! Report Inappropriate Comment

SAMI199 12/16/2010 1:04AM

Icestorms are the worst-I hate them!I'm sure your DH is annoyed-Stay Warm... Report Inappropriate Comment

DEVORA4 12/16/2010 1:02AM

Bobcat, eugh I don't like the sound of that. Perhaps since you are so proficient with yout guns you should consider taking one. Don't get me wrong, I love and respect wild life but.......................... Better the bobcat than a person. Report Inappropriate Comment

SUSIEPH1 12/16/2010 12:54AM

I hope DH will be ok !! Don't like the sound of that Bobcat!!. Please take care ... always in my thoughts .. Love and hugs Susie Report Inappropriate Comment

WOOLANDWOOD 12/16/2010 12:40AM

Mebbe your Hubby's boss is related to DC Report Inappropriate Comment

CODEMAULER 12/16/2010 12:00AM

Stay warm and careful! You'll be in my thoughts. Report Inappropriate Comment

HOWLERMOM 12/16/2010 12:00AM

Shazbat! - a lot of us have or have had employers like that. Hope it isn't too bad - ice is just the worst... Report Inappropriate Comment

GRAPEVINE60 12/15/2010 11:56PM

I hate ice storms. I hope yours won't be too bad. Report Inappropriate Comment

WILLOW49 12/15/2010 11:48PM

Nothing worse than ice. Hope your DH has safe travels tomorrow. Report Inappropriate Comment

DHOLLOWAY60 12/15/2010 11:31PM

I hate the snow and cold too. Stay warm and safe. Report Inappropriate Comment

The Quiet Before The Storm

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

We are in between winter storms so today I went to town to do my errands. The secondary roads are still pretty slick. The county roads not too bad and the state and interstate highways are good. That will all change tomorrow. This is Illinois. LOL.

I went to the post office and talked with my girlfriend. Her youngest son's fiancée is finally starting to respond to the radiation treatment and the lymphoma tumor is shrinking. If my washer motor is delivered to the post office while the roads are bad and I can't pick it up she will take it home She lives about a mile from me and I can pick it up there. It would save me from having to drive a couple of miles on ice. The mile to her house is the worst mile to drive as it is very hilly but it is a snow route so they do at least scrape it eventually.

I went to the newspaper office and told my friend there to notify me if anyone finds a lost dog.

I went to the bank, Aldis, Wal-Mart, and Kroger. I got my prescription refilled.

I came home and fed the wildlife, took out the compost, burned the trash and put all the groceries away.

Hondo's owner came home while I was outside and I asked him if Hondo had come home and he hasn't. He put an ad in the paper today. Thanks for your prayers about Hondo. Even if he is gone at least he will know he was loved.

  

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DEE797 12/16/2010 3:30PM

I was hoping to read that Hondo had come home. So glad the treatment is working for your friend's son's fiancee. Thoughts and prayers coming your way for all concerned. Report Inappropriate Comment

JUSTJO66 12/16/2010 8:56AM

Prayers for the owners of Hondo and Hondo. I feel he must be gone forever. :o( Report Inappropriate Comment

DOTSLADY 12/16/2010 12:13AM

I am trying to not worry about Hondo esp in that weather you're having. Can't believe we've been unscathed so far. It's early in the season yet, though. It was in the 50s today as I sat on the front porch and read some Christmas cards. I need to do mine. Time is flying. I'm so glad the tx is working for your friend's son's fiance. Report Inappropriate Comment

COMPUCATHY 12/15/2010 10:49PM

Sounds like a busy day. Hope you do get your motor soon. Sorry to hear about Hondo...but yes, he was loved...that's what we can do for our animals...just love them. Isn't that awesome...they need the one thing we can surely give. Hope your Thursday is a good one. We're expecting an overnight snow storm, too...but we'll see. Spark on! Report Inappropriate Comment

MARUSSELL 12/15/2010 9:48PM

I am hoping for his safe return too. (how sad) We are getting blasted with this storm too here in Ohio. These sub zero freezing days make walks outside interesting. I broke my ankle last year on the ice...looks like I am getting plenty of opportunity to deal with the fear of it this year. Keep us updated on the dog. Report Inappropriate Comment

LUVSBULLDOGS 12/15/2010 2:47PM

Our winter storms have been missing us, guess we just live right. The weather here is very hard to predict. The vet idea is good. One of the dogs when I was a kidwas taken to the vet and patched up. We didn't think to go there and ask for 2 weeks. Maybe he will turn up soon. Report Inappropriate Comment

SUNNY332 12/15/2010 2:28PM

I was so hoping that Hondo had come home. We are hunkering down too - getting ready for the storm. Hope we don't get that freezing rain as they are predicting. Hugs, Sunny Report Inappropriate Comment

SHERRYTOO 12/15/2010 1:39PM

You might also call the local vets to see if Hondo has been dropped off there hurt. I am holding out hope for him here! I hope you're not getting the ice. I've heard that we will get snow then ice. I'm sick of winter already and it hasn't officially started yet. Take care! Stay warm! Report Inappropriate Comment

KALISWALKER 12/15/2010 11:31AM

It sounds like you are stocked up for the next few days. I hope Hondo is found soon. Make it a great day! Report Inappropriate Comment

ASTORRES1 12/15/2010 11:05AM

Wishing for Hondo's safe return....and brighter warmer weather to come your direction. amy Report Inappropriate Comment

MAMAGOSS 12/15/2010 7:51AM

Here's hoping and praying Hondo shows up. I just got back from the CT winterwonderland - boy I don't miss that weather! Although these days it is nearly as cold in Florida!! Report Inappropriate Comment

SUZYMOBILE 12/15/2010 7:14AM

Tears in my eyes about Hondo ... One of our close friends, whose roughly 23yo daughter has had mysterious health problems practically ever since we've known her, just had a baseball-sized mass biopsied for Hodgkins lymphoma. We're alternately praying that's not what it is and hoping that she'll finally have some answers and be able to deal with it. This family has lately had to be more resilient than you'd believe, and this just seems like one more unfair thing to have to handle! Report Inappropriate Comment

ALASKASKY 12/15/2010 6:39AM

Fooey on the Storms. for Hondo. Report Inappropriate Comment

DEVORA4 12/15/2010 1:27AM

You have my prayers for the safe return of Hondo. I am upset about it, even if I don't know the doggie. I hope your part comes asap BUT remember Christmas mail is soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo slow! Report Inappropriate Comment

SUSIEPH1 12/15/2010 12:55AM

I hope Hondo hasn't been shot by those hunters!! It was a great idea to get into town whilst you could ..and the ad in the paper was great! I am so glad to hear your friends son's tumour is shrinking that wonderful thanks for all the news .. loveand hugs Susie Report Inappropriate Comment

GOANNA2 12/15/2010 12:38AM

So sorry to hear that Hondo is still missing. Maybe someone took him. Gee the weather sounds awful. We are sweltering here. I hope your washer arrives soon. Report Inappropriate Comment

0309COOKIE 12/15/2010 12:35AM

I keep hoping when I see your blog post that there is good news about Hondo. Hope he shows up soon! Report Inappropriate Comment

HOWLERMOM 12/15/2010 12:30AM

Soo soo sorry about Hondo - hurts your heart. Hope that motor comes in soon! Try to stay warm!! Report Inappropriate Comment

NWGARDENGIRL 12/15/2010 12:29AM

It rained and blew so bad here last night that I thought for sure my cozy cottage was going to blow away. Washed out roads, trees falling on people's houses. I so wanted to stay home today! Stay dry and warm there! Report Inappropriate Comment

INDEJAM09 12/15/2010 12:00AM

STAY WARM UP THERE NOW Y'ALL! JEANNE IN GA Report Inappropriate Comment

WOOLANDWOOD 12/14/2010 11:45PM

Winter brings such adventure. I think you are correct in your assumption about DC Still sending safe, warm and happy vibes to Hondo... wherever he is. Comment edited on: 12/14/2010 11:45:57 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

SAMI199 12/14/2010 11:12PM

Oh deear-I am sorry about Hondo- he still could show up-Let's hope for a Christmas miracle... Report Inappropriate Comment

MONSTERDECOOKIE 12/14/2010 10:45PM

That's so nice that you have a friend at the post office who can help get your washer motor to you. I have been thinking of Hondo and hoping you had good news tonight. Report Inappropriate Comment

TEDYBEAR2838 12/14/2010 10:35PM

Awe, I hope they find him and he's ok and just out running around. It's nice to know he was loved. Report Inappropriate Comment

CODEMAULER 12/14/2010 10:34PM

As always, you have a full plate even without any food being involved! I will keep Hondo and your washer motor in my thoughts (you never know who's listening when). Report Inappropriate Comment

STEPPYSUE 12/14/2010 10:28PM

Morticia, have you lived there all your life? Sorry about Hondo, maybe someone has taken him in. Report Inappropriate Comment

NORASPAT 12/14/2010 10:11PM

Oh so sad losing a dog and not knowing what happened. M I do hope that motor arrives soon it certainly will help you Lighten your load. There is never a good time to lose a washer but between the cold weather and the Christmas mail gets slower it has to be the worst time to have it happen. Do take care of yourself. Hugs Pat in Augusta Maine. Take Care !!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

Short Update

Monday, December 13, 2010

School was canceled today. It was sunny but windy and only got up to 18. It will be even colder tonight.

My son and I went out to look for Hondo. We found some dog tracks and hope they are his but hubby said he saw Baby running around in our front yard by the road. Baby never leaves the yard without Hondo so I don't know if she is looking for him too or what. I hope he has been chasing girls and is back home now.

I got down to 143 emails yesterday and got rid of 97. Today I got rid of 250 and had 31 left.

I made some homemade vinaigrette, French dressing, slaw, to ham and beans and some corn muffins for the boys today. It was a good day to cook.

Sunday

Calories - 1513
Net Carbs - 87
Fats - 56
Proteins - 126
Steps - 15013
Miles - 6.16

  

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TEDYBEAR2838 12/14/2010 9:14PM

I see, other than what you did, you had nothing to do Report Inappropriate Comment

JOY199 12/14/2010 8:58PM

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JFROGDIVA 12/14/2010 8:33PM

Hope you find Hondo soon.......it is really cold out!!!! And windy!!!! You can come cook for me anytime!!!! LOL LOL!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

MARIADALE 12/14/2010 6:44PM

Very snowy here today but schools not cancelled...I was called to sub Report Inappropriate Comment

DEE797 12/14/2010 3:19PM

The cold weather does make us turn to the kitchen and make some yummy meals. Yours sounded delicious. Report Inappropriate Comment

LUVSBULLDOGS 12/14/2010 1:32PM

Hopefully, Hondo will come home when he gets hungry. We had a german shepard that got outside the fence once in a while. He'd come home for supper the next night. Report Inappropriate Comment

WINNIEATWELL2 12/14/2010 12:37PM

That is one thing good about this weather..nice to turn on the stove and make food. Your dinner sounded yummy. Report Inappropriate Comment

JUSTJO66 12/14/2010 11:46AM

Oh, your poor dog. The weather is so cold. I hope he returns home soon. Is he an old dog? I know every time my Ollie or Ben have been missing I'm so worried. They are like my children. Hoping you have good news to tell us soon. Jo Report Inappropriate Comment

DREAMWEAVER1637 12/14/2010 10:49AM

Oh no!! I sure hope Hondo comes home soon. I'd be a basket case if one of my furbabies disappeared. Report Inappropriate Comment

WISEWIFE 12/14/2010 10:45AM

I wish I could eat beans again, I really miss them. It's amazing how many of us are worried about Hondo, hope he feel the love and is just hunting girls. Do keep us posted! Hugs, WW Report Inappropriate Comment

BETHGILLIGAN 12/14/2010 10:41AM

I had beans and cornbread last week. YUMMY!!!!! I continue to pray that Hondo gets home safely. As if we all don't have enough to worry about!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

SUNNY332 12/14/2010 8:19AM

Do keep us posted about Hondo. I hope he is home soon. Sunny Report Inappropriate Comment

SUZYMOBILE 12/14/2010 7:20AM

We're all so worried about Hondo, an ol' blue heeler (sp?) who lives all the way in southern Illinois. Imagine all these prayers going out to a dog who doesn't even know where they're coming from! I hope he is just out chasing skirts. Report Inappropriate Comment

BEFIT013 12/14/2010 5:36AM

Oh, no...I hope Hondo returns safe & sound, Morticia! 18 degrees? BRRRRRR... Report Inappropriate Comment

DEVORA4 12/14/2010 1:10AM

I find it amazing. When I turned the computer on, the first thing was that I looked for a blog from you regarding Hondo. I never saw the dog and yet I am concerned about him. Here;s hoping........................... debby Report Inappropriate Comment

COMPUCATHY 12/14/2010 12:34AM

Sounds like a good cooking day! Bet your house smelled heavenly! I love the smell of good cooking! Looks like you're doing great with your steps and miles despite the cold! Way to go! Keep up the good work! Hope you have a great week! Spark on! Report Inappropriate Comment

WOOLANDWOOD 12/13/2010 11:49PM

Sounds like good cookin' in your kitchen! Me? No snow ... lot's of chilly rain and wind. Went out for "fresh air" anyway! I've got beasties in my attic and I'm squeamish about poisoning them but I really really want them to live some where else. Report Inappropriate Comment

CONFUSEDBIRD 12/13/2010 11:42PM

Oooh your homemade dressing sounds good! I hope you find Hondo soon, maybe someone close by took him in, i hope so! Report Inappropriate Comment

SUSIEPH1 12/13/2010 11:38PM

I do so hope Hondo is ok .. your vinegarette sounds heavenly!!.Thank you also dear friend ,for your comments on my blog ... Love and Hugs Susie Report Inappropriate Comment

USFBULL 12/13/2010 11:22PM

Hope you find Hondo well Keep up the good work Report Inappropriate Comment