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Montrose Girl
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm
1360 Posts
Laurie
Montrose
CO
1360 Posts |
 Posted - Aug 31 2008 : 06:41:14 AM
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hotels are booked solid all through the south. My mom was supposed to be heading that way, but they have put her and others on hold as they get housing together. Last year the upper floor of our office was the dorm. Girls on one side,boys on the other. I arrived without a room, but got lucky since it was a week after Rita. If you don't already have plans, just head north. if you in a coastal parish, please don't stay.
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catscharm74
True Blue Farmgirl
4687 Posts
Heather
Texas
USA
4687 Posts |
Posted - Aug 31 2008 : 08:34:59 AM
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I just went to Wally world here and I saw A LOT of Lousiana license plates and there are Sheriffs, police and medical from Dallas, Fort Worth and El Paso here. WOW!! All the hotel parking lots are full.
Heather
Yee-Haw, I am a cowgirl!!!
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whispering pines
True Blue Farmgirl
428 Posts
patricia
sedro woolley
wa
USA
428 Posts |
Posted - Aug 31 2008 : 08:47:05 AM
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My prayers are with you all in Louisiana and Texas, Keep safe. I lived in both states and hurricanes are quite fickle.
"Greetings from the Gateway to the North Cascades." |
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DeepsouthMamma
True Blue Farmgirl
1454 Posts
Autumn
Southwest Louisiana
USA
1454 Posts |
Posted - Aug 31 2008 : 11:09:57 AM
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Hey girls- didn't see this topic before.
Sounds like everyone down here is well prepared! Especially the chocolate!!!!!
We are staying also- my hubby has to be here quickly to help, he's a communication worker-
We are under mandatory evac. and the town is deserted- talk about strange- no church services anywhere when we ran into town.
Rita tore us up pretty bad so I guess everyone took off thiis time.
I am feeling a little anxious but I think we'll be fine- I just hope it moves along quickly- I dread the LOOONG loud whoosh and cracking!!!
We're in the woods so BIG trees are a real threat.
Keep safe girls!!!
Blessings,
Autumn
Farmgirl #49
http://simplytoday-autumn.blogspot.com/
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
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Bellepepper
True Blue Farmgirl
1207 Posts
Belle
Coffeyville
KS
USA
1207 Posts |
Posted - Aug 31 2008 : 11:51:47 AM
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| Southern Farmgals, I have a dumb question. Seems everytime there is a hurricane, the news shows pickup trucks lined up at Lowes and Home Depot buying plywood. Then they show the business and home owners boarding up their windows with what looks like new plywood. Question: Does everyone buy new plywood for every storm. I know this sounds dumb cause I know what I'd do. |
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Homespun Livin
True Blue Farmgirl
409 Posts
Brenda
Louisiana
USA
409 Posts |
Posted - Aug 31 2008 : 12:37:54 PM
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Belle,
The plywood is to protect the windows from shattering from the force of the wind and whatever it is throwing at you. Probably most people don't keep their plywood from year to year as it gets used up for other things that may come up. It seems that prices on everything go up during an approaching storm. Gas, food, plywood, water, you name it! They have it and we need it. :( I think alot of people would store the plywood for the next storm if it wasn't too warped out of shape from being wet or broken. I have seen plywood torn off homes and sent flying to who knows where. There are tons of folks though that cannot afford the cost of plywood for their homes and have to do without. Not a dumb question at all. :)
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Homespun Livin
True Blue Farmgirl
409 Posts
Brenda
Louisiana
USA
409 Posts |
Posted - Aug 31 2008 : 12:44:20 PM
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Governor Jindal has closed all schools in upper portion of the state. The gymnasiums will be needed for shelters. Our church has been contacted to help provide shelter either by opening up private homes or using the family life center as a shelter. The church is cooking hot meals 3x a day as well as providing blankets, toiletries, etc... Buses have been bringing folks into town. Lots of work right now. Thank you for the prayers. :)
"Love one another." |
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emsmommy5
True Blue Farmgirl
1547 Posts
Angie
Buckley
WA
USA
1547 Posts |
Posted - Aug 31 2008 : 1:04:25 PM
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I am feeling grateful that my two ambulance delivery kids got home this afternoon. We are still sending LOTS of prayers to the South as a whole because we really have no clue where our daddy is right now. Somewhere between Beaumont Tx and ??? I keep hoping he'll get a moment of cell service or catch a phone to let us know he's ok every once and a while. I pray those of you who are leaving are able to find shelter and those who are staying... be safe!!
Farmgirl #208
What are you doing with your dash? |
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bushelnpeck
True Blue Farmgirl
262 Posts
Debbie
Sparks
Nv
USA
262 Posts |
Posted - Aug 31 2008 : 1:14:42 PM
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I don't ususally come on on Sunday but I so want to add my prayers to you gals and ask God's mercy for everyone in the south area. We have our own devastating weather here as it seems every place has something to dread, but my heart goes out to you there. I pray that the getting out will be in a timely fashion and places to be while waiting it out will be with outstretched arms and hands of compassion...The Lord keep you in the pavillion of His grace...Debbie
Farmgirl Sister #324
duty makes us do things, but love, makes us do things beautifully... |
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
6066 Posts |
Posted - Aug 31 2008 : 4:31:30 PM
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Lori - my thoughts and prayers are with you! Look how many years we have lamented the storms together? Hope all is well, and I think it will be for you.
Love - jpbluesky
Farmgirl Sister # 31
www.blueskyjeannie.blogspot.com
Psalm 51: 10-13 |
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Homespun Livin
True Blue Farmgirl
409 Posts
Brenda
Louisiana
USA
409 Posts |
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oldfashioned girl
True Blue Farmgirl
2391 Posts
monica
oatman
az
USA
2391 Posts |
Posted - Sep 01 2008 : 10:23:08 AM
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I am still praying that all of you are safe and well. From what I am reading Gustav is not hitting as hard as first thought! Hope to hear from all of you soon! As I said before if anyone needs anything please don't hesitate to ask! Brenda I sent you an e-mail, I hope you got it!
Monica
Farmgirls Rule!
www.justducky48.etsy.com |
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dutchy
True Blue Farmgirl
4427 Posts
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Linda Houston
True Blue Farmgirl
538 Posts
Linda
Lake Charles
Louisiana
USA
538 Posts |
Posted - Sep 01 2008 : 10:38:53 AM
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Autumn, Been waiting to hear feom you....Stay safe--come on when u can. I am in Little Rock, Ark. We are safe and well...People in this state are so kind....Awesome Praying for you and yours.
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Firemama
True Blue Farmgirl
1731 Posts
Amanda
Medical Lake
WA
USA
1731 Posts |
Posted - Sep 01 2008 : 11:23:41 AM
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I am thinking of all you girls out there. Please let us know you are safe!!
Mama to 2
FarmGirl# 20
People can only make you feel inferior with your permission, and you dont have my permission......
http://myfarmdreams.blogspot.com/
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lilwing
True Blue Farmgirl
1403 Posts
Brooke
Fulshear
Texas
USA
1403 Posts |
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DeepsouthMamma
True Blue Farmgirl
1454 Posts
Autumn
Southwest Louisiana
USA
1454 Posts |
Posted - Sep 01 2008 : 1:56:58 PM
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All is well here! Linda- we got mostly rain and there is more to come, but we didn't get the heaviest of the wind and rain.
So glad you're safe- emjoy the vacation!!
Rob Robin says we have some serious flooding to look forward to tonight and tomorrow .
Thanks for all the support and encouragement for all our Louisiana girls.
I don't know who might be neared Houma but they got the real wind- also Morgan City.
If any of you girls are there let us know how you are.
Blessings,
Autumn
Farmgirl #49
http://simplytoday-autumn.blogspot.com/
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
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catscharm74
True Blue Farmgirl
4687 Posts
Heather
Texas
USA
4687 Posts |
Posted - Sep 01 2008 : 2:52:12 PM
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I think it was EVERYONE'S prayers helped...yeah!!!
Heather
Yee-Haw, I am a cowgirl!!!
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Sandra K. Licher
True Blue Farmgirl
1106 Posts
Sandra
Horseshoe Bend
Arkansas
1106 Posts |
Posted - Sep 01 2008 : 5:33:02 PM
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I know I may be late in this but if anyone needs a place to stay...Linda? I am only 3 hours north of Little Rock where you are. And I have room, and a yard and a cat and a dog myself so pets are definitely welcome. I was outside the last few days working on a landscape project and wasn't paying attention much. Prayers and thoughts are with all of you!
Sam in AR..... "It's a great life if you don't weaken!"
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Homespun Livin
True Blue Farmgirl
409 Posts
Brenda
Louisiana
USA
409 Posts |
Posted - Sep 01 2008 : 7:23:24 PM
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Monica,
I got your email. I sent you one back.
This storm isn't turning out to be quite as damaging as we were expecting. Louisiana was better prepared this time. Right now, I am just getting some rain and gusty wind, but it has not fully reached me yet either. I just hope it doesn't spawn any tornado's The wind and rain will pick up tonight through tomorrow and my electricity may go out. So if y'all don't hear from me, that is the reason. It seems to do that at the blink of an eye. I don't have many oak trees left and I sure don't want to lose anymore, but the tops of them have been swaying in circle. None are very near the house though thank goodness. Thank you all for your prayers for everyone affected. Good night!
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oldfashioned girl
True Blue Farmgirl
2391 Posts
monica
oatman
az
USA
2391 Posts |
Posted - Sep 02 2008 : 10:46:42 AM
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Lori, so very glad to hear you are safe! As I said before let us know if you need anything!
Monica
Farmgirls Rule!
www.justducky48.etsy.com |
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Annika
True Blue Farmgirl
5602 Posts
Annika
USA
5602 Posts |
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Auntie Brenda
True Blue Farmgirl
168 Posts
Brenda
Boerne
Texas
USA
168 Posts |
Posted - Sep 02 2008 : 3:57:56 PM
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Glad to hear you all are safe, has anyone heard from Marly? I know she headed to Lafayette when all this started.
Brenda
Farmgirl Sister #292 |
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NotQuiteJuneCleaver
True Blue Farmgirl
222 Posts
Susan
Shreveport
LA
USA
222 Posts |
Posted - Sep 02 2008 : 4:23:17 PM
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We are here- soggy but safe and sound. Glad to hear from everyone.
Susan ~ FARMGIRL SISTER #15
AKA TheSoapMaven who lost nearly 700 posts by changing her name! :(
http://www.thesoapmaven.com http://www.notquitejunecleaver.com
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Weather Report: Hurricane Gustav |
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Hurricane Gustav
