Snowmageddon 2025 Update

 As of 9:15 this morning, we got 12.8 inches of snow here at The Compound.  Fortunately, the freezing rain didn't last very long.  Another 1-2 inches is expected today. The city and pretty much half of the state is shut down today.  

We've made it through the storm with only one incident: I thought I was doing something sensible when I took the garbage can out to the curb Saturday night.  It was fine yesterday, but we're guessing when a snow plow came through during last night, it knocked it off the driveway and half-way in the ditch.  I texted Neighbor Nick and told him I needed a big favor.  He immediately replied and said he'd be happy to help us and pick it back up. We are thankful this is the only storm-related incident so far.

Stay tuned.  

Snowmageddon 2025 Update

 As of 5:00 this evening, we have a bit over 9 inches of snow here at The Compound.  Unfortunately at about 6:00, it transitioned over to freezing rain, which they are expecting 3/4 of an inch of.  Not looking forward to this, faithful readers.  I just am praying the power stays on so the Old Man and I can stay warm. 

Stay tuned. 

Snowmageddon 2025

 The weatherazzi was right - they said the snow would start at 8:00 and it sure did.  It has snowed hard until about 1:30.  I'm guessing it's taking a break to get ramped up again.  As of 1:30, we have 4.5 inches here at The Compound according to my weather app.   We have a cozy fire going, and I am undecorating the little Christmas tree while the Old Man is napping in his LazyBoy.  As soon as I get the ornaments put away, I plan on doing a little napping in my LazyBoy, too.

Neighbor Meg next door texted and said she was going to take a ruler out when she takes their dogs out later and get an accurate measure for here at The Compound.  

Stay tuned for updates.  

Snowmageddon Update

 The first round of snow in the winter storm is expected to start around 4:00 in the morning.  After that, there will unfortunately be freezing rain and sleet, followed by more snow later tonight and Monday.  According to the Accu Weather app I use, we are expecting 5-6 inches of everything by the time it moves out Monday morning.  

We are as prepared as we can be.  I went to Lowes earlier and got two huge boxes of Duraflame logs for the fireplace if needed, and we have plenty of food and jugs of water.  Neighbor Josh came over earlier and salted the front porch, front porch steps and the sidewalk so I will be hopefully able to get out tomorrow morning to get the newspaper for the Old Man.  And he even came over when I got back from Lowes and carried the 40# boxes of logs in for me.  A great neighbor.

After the kinfolk left this morning, I started taking down Christmas decorations.  I didn't do a whole lot of removal, but got the fireplace area cleared up so I can make a fire for the Old Man.  I will be able to get everything down tomorrow and Monday since we will probably be snowed in.  

Stay tuned. 

Snowmageddon Is On Its Way

 The weatherazzi is getting everyone worked up over Snomageddon 2025.  It is supposed to hit the 'Ville Sunday morning and go through Monday morning.  As of an hour or two ago, they are calling for 2-5 inches of snow here, but unfortunately about a half an inch of ice.

Two neighbors texted earlier saying Kroger was impossible - if you were lucky to find a parking spot, there were no shopping carts and shelves were bare.  Unfortunate for me, I had already planned to do my weekly shopping after the kin folk left tomorrow morning.  But we switched to Plan B.  My Favorite Cousin and I ran up to Dollar General Store, and got all of the canned goods I had on my list, as well as a fresh loaf of bread and milk, which I needed.  Then we went up the road to the new Mexican grocery store, and got a pound of ground beef and fresh fruits and veggies, which were about half of what Kroger charges.  Other than a trip to Lowes tomorrow to get a box of fake logs, we are good to go.  

Stay tuned. 

Starting Off The New Year Productively

 My Favorite Cousin and her Dear Husband will be here early afternoon for their delayed Christmas visit. I have busted a move the past two days cleaning, sweeping, mopping, dusting and decluttering.  I am happy to say my microwave is as clean as it was the day we bought it, and the stainless steel top on the kitchen island is so shiny you can see your reflection in it. Everything is ready for their visit, with the exception of a trip shortly to get some adult beverages. 

Happy New Year

TWIT and I would like to wish you, faithful readers, a very Happy New Year.  I hope 2025 brings you good health, happiness, and no drama.  

My New Year's resolution is to do anything I'm big enough to do.