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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
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Here I am again. sigh.  We just got word from our Parish president that the area that I live in, suffered serious levee damage last week during Isadore. They announced that there are plans to divert the inevitable tidal surge into some of the retaining ponds/canals designed for just that purpose. Um...guess what's in my back yard? Yep...that lovely little pond in the park behind my house may soon become a not so lovely lake. So we basically received flood instructions. NOT GOOD NEWS. I have been watching the city build a make-shift levee for about two days. Located about 75 yards from my back door. I'll check in when I can, but ask for prayers that the tides be merciful. And of course, please pray for all who may take a direct hit from this pitbull of a storm. Love to all...I'm off to take a good look at the attic--nervous grin. And YES...we ARE gathering receipts, and videotaping our belongings for insurance purposes. I somehow have this visual of me swimming with my pc receipts in a baggie, held in my mouth. sigh. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Hang in there Karen! Hope your casa will be spared, and that all of you will be safe. |
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bsquirrel
since 2000-01-03
Posts 7855 |
Perhaps Lili of the Levee will spare your possessions, Karen. As long as she spares you, I'll be glad... Many prayers headin' your way. |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
Good luck my friend... my thoughts will be with you. |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Just gonna be a little breeze Blowin down some trees Gators flyin' bye And they ain't supposed to fly.... Well dear...just get your little ass outta there....take your video with ya....and stay safe.....maybe it'll hit a shrimp boat on one of the bayous and change directions??..Good luck gal.. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
My thoughts and prayers are with you... |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
Read a blurb in the local paper about what the day may bring to New Orleans, so I've already checked in with the powers that be and asked 'em to protect you and yours. Hopefully, it won't be as bad as they predict. I'll be thinkin' about ya, K. |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Will keep a candle burning for ya baby... love ya KA. PS... forget the receipts ... save your poetry journals.  |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
My thoughts are with you, Karen, and the people in the path of this storm. May her downpour only be a piddle and her blow a breeze. Take good care of you! |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
you know...I usually don't listen to things a toerag would tell you... but getting you butt out of there does make a bit of sense |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
There's no place to go...there ain't much "up" around here. But? I know I'm not the only one now. The hubby just got back from a sporting goods store to get more batteries, lanterns, etc. He told the clerk that I was pretty nervous. She told him not to tell me then that they sold out their entire stock of life-jackets, and rafts, etc. (almost amusing to note that he doesn't listen to ANYONE) But we're doing what we can. Thanks...and smiling again--this one is just scary. |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
If it gets bad, please don't worry about things - no matter how much sentimental value they have for you, you and your family are the most important 'things' to keep safe. |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Take care of your and yours, first and foremost, Karen - Get yourselves to a safe place if you can. We'll all be crossing our fingers and tying up our toe..rags for you... Be well - Be safe... Don't think of anything else...  |
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Kit McCallum
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since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Hang in there Karen ...  We'll be waiting to hear how you are. Great big hugs to you and your family. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Stay safe Karen.. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.. |
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amigo Senior Member
since 2001-10-12
Posts 520the earth school |
good luck, Karen...stay safe..can't type further...fingers are already crossed...  |
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brian sites Senior Member
since 2002-06-25
Posts 1475usa |
Karen, everything is replaceable except for you and the children These SAVE THESE Don't worry about ANYTHING else receipts be damned prayers prayers prayers love you, b |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
I must say...this is one helluva gamble...Sharon & Nan--thank you for calling--we ARE missing out on most of the weather thus far. Unfortunately the storm is supposed to hit the coast at 7/8 a.m. Which coincides with high tide. And yes, I will be up all night...you heard the wind? We are now under tornado watch. The only thing we don't have to worry about is an earthquake. (That was a joke, Sharon--smile with me?) I'll check in as long as I'm able---keep in mind that my area is still not under Hurricane Watch--but Tropical Storm conditions, including the ever present flash flood watch. (and yes, I think I quit trembling, had to--couldn't type.) Love to you all...  |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
Want some company? I'll stay up with ya long as I can keep 'em open. Tuning in the weather channel now and then as I have all day, just to check on the conditions there. This has caused me to remember the year I moved, sight unseen to the Delaware coast and on my second day there noticed the hurricane instructions on the grocery bags. I thought, 'Uhoh...bad move'. LMAO What's that Buffett song? |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
I will be popping in and out...this stuff comes in waves and I hear the rain starting again now...thanks Dunc.! |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
As long as there is electricity I'll be there: http://www.nola.com/bourbocam/classic/ |
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Temptress
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-06-15
Posts 7136Mobile, AL |
Ser? I'm a Hurricane Virgin..or so they call me here in Gulfport so far. *sigh* I WANNA STAY THAT WAY!! I heard about the evactuations, and I hope you'll be safe. I'll be thinking about you the next few days. Hell.i won't get much sleep anyways. I have your number..don't know if its okay to call. Its in the am hours right now, but it would be good to hear if you're okay. Be safe, Ser Lady. *Jenn* "two hearts will build the foundation for one point of light a duet done with passion" excerpt from "I Love You" [This message has been edited by Temptress (10-03-2002 01:18 AM).] |
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Temptress
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-06-15
Posts 7136Mobile, AL |
*sigh* Roomate just came home..turned the weather up..now my stomache is turning. I don't care how safe people say I SHOULD be..I'm scared.  "two hearts will build the foundation for one point of light |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
The winds are just starting to die down a bit. But of course another band is on the way...and this only the milder winds. A tornado was spotted just east of the canal that I'm worried about. And Jenn? I'd love to chat, but I just pop in and out--I need to keep the phone line open--my mom, my brother, my sister--sigh...EVERYBODY is in the same situation. But it looks better for us at least. Looks like Lili is wobbling back N West--much better for us. But my heart is breaking for the central coast of La. And? here come the winds again...gotta git. |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Karen...just popped in to take a look around, and stumbled across this. You and your family are most definately in my thoughts and prayers tonight, as well as all those in the path of this storm. Please, whatever you do, stay safe. As the others have said, 'things', though they may mean a lot to us, are still just 'things. YOU and your family, however, are most important. Sending prayers, and crossing fingers...and toes... and legs...and eyes...hmmmm...running out of things to cross, but wishing you all the best. Love and hugs,  ~Vicky [This message has been edited by vlraynes (10-03-2002 03:30 AM).] |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Karen, Lash everything down! We don't want to lose you or your things. I'll be praying for you. I don't think I like the sounds of this one. Hang on sweet thing, hang on. Courage and peace to you. |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Just checking in to see how you're doing Karen? Been thinking about you .... |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Hey Serene One...we've got you and yours in our prayers... |
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Tracey Member Elite
since 2001-08-29
Posts 2808where insanity meets breeding |
Hey Karen, I hope all is okay there. Check in and let us know how the night went. You and your family are in my thoughts. You can never win or lose |
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brian sites Senior Member
since 2002-06-25
Posts 1475usa |
prayers prayers prayers Mark Seidel tell us please Karen, keep staying safe |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Oh Serenity, I am sure sorry to hear this. I will be thinking about you. Please keep yourself safe. I will be waiting to hear how you are.  |
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Moonlight Romeo
since 2001-09-10
Posts 982The heart of you |
Looking at the radar images is a little unnerving. To see this giant, red spot headed straight for land, and knowing what could happen. Thoughts and prayers go out to all, and special thoughts out to special people. What light through yon window breaks? It is the east, and Juliet is the sun. |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Karen, thoughts and prayers are with ya.....hang in there gal. If I have touched one heart through my words, then I have acheived my dream... |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
This is very unnerving indeed - Hang in there - Karen, Jenn - anyone in the area - Be well - Take care of yourselves... |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Hon, take your family and head for higher ground. And know that we are all praying for you. Keep in touch when you can. Hugs, Marti |
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Elizabeth
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Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
Karen, Jenn and families....you guys are all in my prayers  Stay safe! I hope everything works out for ya. Keep us updated. God bless America, my home sweet home. |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
hey...just woke up--and I'm still shaking my head at the small miracle I saw take place as I watched this thing drop so much power so quickly--and take a miraculous toggle to the west. At the time I posted this, We were looking at a category 4 with the potential for horrific damage. While of course, we prefer NO one take the brunt of a direct hit, the way this one entered coastal La. was a blessing--if you look at a map, you will see that folks in my part of the state--southeastern coast-- have no way to evacuate--we are basically pockets of islands connected by low lying highways and bridges. I think I fell out about 6 a.m. after a "feeder band" type squall hit us--and we received Tornado WARNINGS, (not a watch, but actual sightings) sometimes 3 at a time. We are facing several problems with levee breeches. The effects of the storm surge and tides are still not apparent. As I type, the National Guard is evacuating a town called Montegut which is going under--about 4 feet of water--so, I'm watching the news m'self. The news reports water rising in southeast La...still very far away from me, at about a foot an hour. So--we lucked out thus far with wind damage, etc. Now I have to watch the tides. But I have my fingers crossed--at 6 a.m. the levee that most concerns my neighborhood still had 1 foot before topping the levee--as the effects of tidal surge travel inland--we are obviously still holding our breath. We still get some pretty good wind gusts now and then--but nothing like 5 a.m. Scary, scary scary stuff...Thanks to all who stayed up with me--I'll be checking in--looks like more heavy rains are coming in our way. And thank you all--I'm just exhausted from worry, and anxiety--AND PACING. And even tho the scenario is much better than it was (had it come our way, we would have been facing a 20 ft. storm surge--a wall of water that would have been impossible for our levee system to contain) and truly, even right now, the levees are still questionable in many areas. And? Here comes the rain again...THANK YOU ALL for prayers and holding my hand.  So...the word is? Minimal damage thus far to Greater New Orleans area--but? It ain't over yet. Later, good poets! |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
We're staying with you...praying, and holding your hand Karen. Hugs. |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
My sister will probably be peeved with me for a while, cause I lost all claim to southern gentility before she finally got her family out of New Iberia. *G* I haven't heard from them today, but they should be safe, staying with cousins... and as long as they're all alive and well, she'll have years to put my interfering self in my place. *S* Meanwhile, even not knowing what's happening, I'm grateful that area is facing 90 mph winds instead of 145 mph with an almost 20 foot storm surge!!! A Category 1 hit beats a category 4 anytime... *S* Update to that: *S* They're without electricity, but all okay... getting rain and wind up in Opelousas, but hoping Lili will continue her rapid movement and get on out of there so they can go back home and assess the damage. *S* Property can be replaced... people can't be. *S* [This message has been edited by suthern (10-03-2002 01:28 PM).] |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Karen, I am glad to see you posting this morning. Hope all is still ok, and you know I'm thinking about you and your family, as well as all of Passions's friends, and EVERYONE in the pathway of Lili. My elderly aunt Lili lives in Hawaii. I know she is behaving herself! |
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bsquirrel
since 2000-01-03
Posts 7855 |
Here's hoping for the best for you, Karen. And JENN. Both of you -- all of you down there -- stay as safe as you can. Thank God it went to category 1. |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
Ruth? I'm glad so glad you convinced them to leave. As grateful as I am for how this storm diminished--it leaves me with a lingering worry that some may not take the NEXT one seriously. Hugs, lady, glad your family is doing well. I've checked in with mine--and some too are without power, but? We are grateful. There are some who do not know what a category 4 storm can do. As Balladeer said, and La. discovered just last week, even a tropical storm can cause serious damage. For the curious: http://www.mthurricane.com/Hurricane%20Clips.htm (These are rather slow to load, but the following are still shots of other catastrophic storms.) http://sciencepolicy.colorado.edu/pielke/camille/gallery.html http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/weather/hurricane/sfl-hurricaneandrew01,0,1769927.photogallery?index=8 http://www.ticam.utexas.edu/CSM/water/flood2.html That's as close as I like to get to 'em too. And Ruth? There's some footage of what Allison did here in New Orleans--lightning hits an oil refinery...some things, we should NEVER forget.  [This message has been edited by serenity blaze (10-03-2002 03:16 PM).] |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
 ...I surely am happy to see your post here this afternoon... YEAH... |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
sen: I'll admit I lost my cool... and I'm not a Scorpio for nothing. *G* But I'd rather make up later than attend funerals. *S* And a category 4 with 145 mph winds??? Last night, that tidal surge was several feet higher than New Iberia's highest point of elevation... Abbeville would have been under 8 feet of water... New Iberia wouldn't have fared that much better. So I reminded them that if they wanted to know what it was like to see only the roofs of big trucks and houses, they should have come over here during Allison... swimming through the sewage contaminated water IN YOUR HOUSE just isn't on any recommended agenda! LOL I'm so glad y'all are okay... I swear New Orleans is a rubber ball the way it bounces back from whatever's thrown its way... but there's still an awful lot of pain and misery during recovery. *S* |
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Duncan Member Ascendant
since 2001-08-07
Posts 5455 |
 Though, I still have one knee on the ground. |
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Kellie_Cantrell Senior Member
since 2002-05-22
Posts 1667New York |
You are in my prayers |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Well you know we are with you in spirit there if that helps. Maybe hubby is smarter than we think, he sleeps through it I guess all you can do is put your hand in the hand of the man who "stills the waters" Karen, and have faith in him. Please keep posting, or I am phoning again. Sure glad to see this here that is for sure, as the last thing I heard from you if you remember was VERY loud wind outside, and it was scary. Take care my amigo. |
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