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treelady
True Blue Farmgirl
2325 Posts
Julie
Medina
ND
USA
2325 Posts |
 Posted - Dec 29 2023 : 10:31:03 AM
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It started raining here Christmas night and continued through Tuesday. This is what my yard looks like. 
I have my very own ice skating rink. Fortunately I just bought some ice traxs at Costco and hubby has ice fishing spikes so we can walk across the yard. Our electricity was off for 48 hours and in many places still is. Thousands of poles down and hundreds of people were out of power and many still are, some could be for a week or more.
Are you prepared for something like this?
We have a huge generator that powers the entire farm so we weren’t affected by this and were able to help many who weren’t prepared.
A little rain can straighten a flower stem. A little love can change a life.
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6725 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
6725 Posts |
Posted - Dec 29 2023 : 11:42:02 AM
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Oh no that’s terrible Julie, I did not realize it was so bad there. So thank you have a generator. I will keep your family and town in my prayers.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3140 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
3140 Posts |
Posted - Dec 29 2023 : 11:52:32 AM
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So happy to hear you were prepared, Julie. The first time we had a major ice storm like that we were not prepared. It took all day to milk the cows by hand and my hands didn't appreciate it either! Luckily we had a small generator for household stuff that also ran the well so the cows had water. Needless to say we now have a generator that can handle the farm.
~Heather
Farmgirl Sister #4701
September 2014 Farmgirl of the Month
"The purpose of life is to enjoy every moment" - Yogi teabag
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Dec 29 2023 : 12:08:18 PM
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Sorry to hear about all the ice, Julie! So glad you have a large generator.
Farmgirl hugs,
Linda
Terrell, TX
Farm girl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month
August 2015, April 2017 and June 2023
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7115 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
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Posted - Dec 29 2023 : 1:10:24 PM
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Julie, so sorry to hear of the power outages but glad you have your large generator that keeps you and your farm lit and warm. Being able to help others in a crisis is a very good thing.
You asked what we would do? Over the last couple of years I have installed two gas heaters and a gas range. Since I have had the gas heaters I have not used my electric centurial heat.
Hugs, Sara "FarmGirl Sister" #6034 Aug 2014
FGOTM Sept 2015 - Feb 2019 - Oct 2023
Lord put your arm around my shoulders & your hand over my mouth.
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7243 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
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Posted - Dec 29 2023 : 2:43:29 PM
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Wow Julie that's crazy. I'm so happy to hear you are doing well. My husband travels to North Dakota frequently and he has been stuck there because of those kind of storms. Its always a great idea to be prepared.
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suny58
True Blue Farmgirl
4408 Posts
Dianna
Jack
Al.
USA
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Posted - Dec 29 2023 : 4:16:58 PM
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Julie, I've been watching the news and weather cams in NE, where my sister abd niece live, and in Winner, SD where my MIL lives. She couldn't even get out for Christmas and is still 'locked'in! Awful and I feel badly we are not there for her.
My prayers are with y'all for sure and yes, one must be prepared for any emergency situation no matter where you are! Stay safe!!
Farmgirl #7103
FGOTM January 2018
Dianna
"Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
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Wanda Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
1253 Posts
Wanda
Murrells Inlet
SC
USA
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Posted - Dec 29 2023 : 4:28:57 PM
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Wow Julie, I can’t even imagine! Thank goodness for generators and ice trax. Be safe out there.
A day hemmed in prayer is less likely to unravel.
Farm Girl #3677
FGOTM August 2022 |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9439 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9439 Posts |
Posted - Dec 29 2023 : 6:12:03 PM
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Oh my Julie! So glad you have a generator. Prayers this doesn't last
~Denise
Sister #43~1/18/2007
"I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured." 
"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett
"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1627 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
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Posted - Dec 29 2023 : 6:32:53 PM
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Prayers for you and the others who are affected! So thankful you have the generator to use on the farm.
We have added a propane fireplace and have a generator now if we happen to lose power.
Hugs to you! :)
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6663 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6663 Posts |
Posted - Jan 01 2024 : 07:27:47 AM
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Julie, this is truly a scary site at your farm! I am so glad to know that you have a generator for your farm so that you can "weather" this situation and that you and those you helped are safe and managing until power is restored. Hopefully this situation will be resolved soon for those affected. Take care and Happy New Year!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
FGOTM- October 2018 |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Jan 03 2024 : 6:48:44 PM
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Oh my stars!!! Julie,, I am wordless!!! Yikes!
Thank goodness your farm is proactive and prepared...
I thought we got crazy weather over here in Eastern Washington.. but dang girl.. You Win!!!
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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