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Mysteria 
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada 
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Morning, Dixie had done one of these for Hurricane Katrina, and it sure helped settle the heart to know our friends were safe and sound. I wondered could we start the same thing for Hurricane Rita so that all those that will be or are affected by this terrible hurricane can check in with us all here? May you all stay safe, dry, and calm as possible during this storm, but please GET OUT now! God speed. |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
wull, this morning, early, I tried to email J.L. Montgomery who posts in here from time to time. He lives in Houston...he hasn't answered my email, which he usally would have by now. There are presently 1.5 million people evacuating through and beyond Houston, so I imagine, JL and his family are getting out of Dogde. I sure hope so! I should have written him sooner, and forgot...my oh my? |
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Startime55 Member Elite
since 2003-04-05
Posts 2148Alberta, Canada |
Very good idea, Sharon....My prayers and thoughts are with all of you...This one looks like it is big big trouble...GET OUT WHILE YOU CAN!!!***BIG HUGS*** to you all.... |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Still here in Houston, Sharon. Can't get out at the moment as all the highways are backed up for up to 80 miles and not moving. As soon as they open up the other lanes (opposite side of the roads), things may get to moving. However...problem is, there is no place in Texas to go. All the hotels and motels are full. We have three dogs and a cat and the shelters will only let you come with one pet. So....when we hit the road, we will be headed out of state. The storm is starting to veer east. For us, this is good as it will put us on the clean side of the storm as we are in West Houston. If it continues this trend, we may end up staying. In the meantime, we are packing and readying to leave. *hugs*....jo |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Safety first ... everyone take the advice of the experts and head for the hills~ As time and weather permits ... check back in with us when you are safely far, far away~ God be with each and everyone of you in the path of this MonsterCane~ *Huglets*  ~*Marge*~ ~*When the heart grieves over what it has lost, |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
It's good to do this, Sharon. My thoughts are with all of those within reach of any troubles. Please stay safe and take care!! |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
I wish jo (iliana) could have gotten out but I just have to keep the faith that she and her loved ones will be able to ride Rita out, unscathed! Ruth and nan (suthern and pilgrimage) live in Texas as well but I don't know how close they are to the gulf coast. Those who live in areas already hit by Katrina, are also in my prayers. The levees cannot withstand a torrential rainfall! My hands are joining in the pip prayer circle! Prayer can move mountains so I'm hoping it can hold back hurricane winds and keep the waters at bay. Love and prayers, Linda |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
~Joining the circle in prayer~ |
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PhaerieChild Senior Member
since 1999-08-30
Posts 1787Aloha, Oregon |
Also joining  |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
praying for all those in its path~~~ M |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
joining in prayer as well ~i want for myself your trembling~ |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Just talked to Karen who wished you all a Happy Autumn Equinox, and said she is staying put at the hunting camp until it becomes a manditory evacuation because the highways are jammed! They are ready to leave when they think it wise to do so, and will camp out for a couple of days then return to the camp when it is safe. There are irrigation trenches all around where she is now, and she feels safer there at the moment than out there with the mass of people. They have a tent and supplies already packed and like so many are just waiting to hear if they HAVE to leave, and then they will take back roads to somewhere. She asked you all just concentrate and BLOW!  |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
wayoutwalt is from Texas....anybody know where in Texas exactly. Walty, it's been a long time, not sure if you'll see this but please check in when you can. Kevo and Gunslinger as well keeping you in my thoughts and prayers Maree ~i want for myself your trembling~ |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
I've send my first and only prayer up again. /pip/Forum93/HTML/002018.html Hope it helps this time. Know that I'll be thinking of you all. Please play it safe as good as you're able to. Titia Like scattered leaves...my words will flow |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Just checking in again. There is still no way out of Houston. Local news is advising many to just hunker down and prepare for high winds, etc. We are at the very outskirts of the flood plain developed after the last bad hurricane in Houston and have not been asked to manditorily evacuate. In fact, news advisors are telling people, they risk their lives getting in the mess of traffic right now which poetentially will be a death trap, too....so here we still are. It is looking more and more like we will remain. Hey....but one way to look at is that if we get out of this okay, at least we got some much needed photographs of our personal property and the house and cars taken (for insurance)! I got the impression that Gunslinger is from Nothern Houston...maybe up by the Woodlands (not sure). Kevo is in Corsicana, I think...which is probably safe. Don't know where Walt is. Prayers for all....and Karen, I just can't believe this is happening again! Be sure you take mosquito repellent! .....jo |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
please take care Jo.. take care everyone. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Jo..and everyone else down in Rita's path.. just know you are in my prayers. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Jo...shhh....BACKROADS!!!!! |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Thanks for all your prayers....*hugging you all* Karilea, the secrets been out for two days on the back roads....they are as bad as the main ones. Nope....can't leave tonight. Steve is saying maybe very early in the a.m. depending on whether the traffic is moving. It is more dangerous at the moment to be stranded without gas out there on the potentially floody roads than to just stay put. That's what Mayor White is telling us tonight. So.......let's pray for moving traffic. Also, the people who have gone north to Dallas are going to have problems as I hear it now. Rita is predicted to stay over Dallas for 3 days....there will probably be severe flooding up that way, too. If we're able to get out of here tomorrow am (early early), we'll go west with a tent. |
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sandgrain Member Elite
since 1999-09-21
Posts 3662Sycamore, IL, USA |
I'm dizzy from blowing, guess I'll just stick to prayer. God bless each and every one of you with safety. Sharon, thanks for initiating this thread. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
 All together now - blow! Then, just say a prayer for our friends in harm's way. |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
~my prayers are with you all~ ~please be careful~ Chris |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Sharon....great graphic -- made me smile! (Needed it.) |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Thanks, Chris. We must keep our prayers and hopes up....yes! ....jo |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Adding my prayers to the chain. Someone has really made Mother Nature mad. Be safe, be well ... Marti |
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Greeneyes
since 2000-09-09
Posts 9903In Your Poetic Mind |
adding my prayers and thoughts for all in the path of this....be safe... |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Joining in prayer ... holding all our dear friends in my heart. May all be safe! May the hurricane dissolve! It must be terrible also to decide to leave behind the pets! Love and hugs. Margherita |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Prayers for the victims families and survivors of the bus fire this morning near Dallas. Such a terrible tragedy! And now the levee in NO is breaking...sigh. How much more can this area handle? |
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littlewing Member Rara Avis
since 2003-03-02
Posts 9655New York |
candles lit to all corners . . . God Bless. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
All I can do is pray right now, may God bless them all down there. I am just shocked at what is happening to these poor people, and some again!  |
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Kaoru
since 2003-06-07
Posts 3892where the wild flowers grow |
Here's to hoping my friends and family in Texas stay safe. |
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Pilgrimage Member Elite
since 2001-12-04
Posts 3945Texas, USA |
If anyone needs a place to stay, come on by. I'm in Andrews, up by the New Mexico border. We won't even get rain from Rita. We never get rain from anywhere. Maybe that's why they call it the desert southwest? Just head for Midland and keep on coming. Nan (Pilgrim variety) |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Well....we did not leave. Several of our neighbors are still here, too. But...things are looking a little better for Houston, now. I'll check in now and then as long as we have electricity. Thanking you all for your thoughts and prayers for this area.....jo I'm lighting a candle for our neighboring counties and all those in the flood plains (and....hehehe, one for us, too, for when we'll likely lose our lights). |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
That candle goes for Karen, too! I am terribly concerned for her. I think the hurricane has her sites on our sweet soliwitch. It looks like Rita will head up the Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas borders. Karen....stay safe! .....jo |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
I can't reach Karen so that means the cell phone line is out again I guess. She said if the situation there changed, they were packed and ready to camp out somewhere until this one blew over this time. I sure hope she got out in time. Iliana - take care won't you? |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
I will, Sharon. We are prepared as much as possible. It sure is an errie feeling right now. It's almost beautiful outside, even with my willow tree bending 20 degrees or so at the moment. The people across the street from us are having a party....lol. No rain yet. Keep your fingers crossed! Love ya. |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Praying along with all the others here and many more who aren't! Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Keeping you all in my heart and in my prayers |
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brian sites Senior Member
since 2002-06-25
Posts 1475usa |
I hope they got out of Crowley....the eyewall will miss them...but crowley will get some right front quadrant...heavy wind and rain.....it looks like the best thing was to head to north east LA... I hope they did |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Serenity said, and I quote, "I am no dummy if they say, "Leave!" then I am leaving." I would say she has headed north with the provisions and tent they got for sure, but know she left what she had behind in plastic tubs hoping they will float. No answer on the phone makes me a tad nervous, very nervous - so no sleep again until the waiting game is over. How much do these people have to be dished for it to be enough? |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
I sure am hoping she is alright. Still have electric! Wind gusts....some, but still okay here. ....jo |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
We faired very well. Only one tree branch and the plants and shrubs are pretty messed up....but we are fine. Many in Houston are without electric. We are not. We're very lucky. Thank you all from the depths of my heart for your thoughts and prayers. Still praying for those (Karen where are you?/surthern where are you?) on the road and all those affected by Rita (and Katrina). Love you all.........jo |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
lily jo, I'm so pleased to hear that your property damage was minimal and that you didn't lose your hydro. I'm breathing easier now! I pray that other pipsters fared as well.  Linda |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Ah jo!! It's SOOOO good to hear from you. Now...hopefully some others down there will check in soon. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Jo~ I hope you know that we're counting blessings right along with you~ Whew ... so much more destruction and devastation for soooooooooooo many~ It's heartbreaking to watch the newscasts~ I pray God to keep all those we know and love safe ... and that goes for ALL OF THE PEOPLE in the path of this horrible storm !! SweetSuthern ... I do hope I hear from you soon~  *Huglets* ~*Marge*~ |
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Alicat Member Elite
since 1999-05-23
Posts 4094Coastal Texas |
How quickly things change in a week. Got a 7 day advance bus ticket Wednesday last, and left out this past Wednesday for coastal Texas. Luckily, I have a sister in Austin, and I've been alongside her since about midnight Thursday, seeing how Brazoria county (south of Harris and southwest of Galveston counties) had a mandatory evacuation Wednesday and Thursday. My dad got frustrated with traffic and went back home and rode it out, and only reported sporadic rain and some winds, but nothing major. No infrastructure damage to speak of at all. Rita was quite different than the last hurricane to hit that area in 1983, Alicia, when there was about a foot of shattered glass in most of Houston. Though I'd love be leave out tomorrow night, odds are we might be better served by waiting until the middle of next week so that the traffic backlogs clear out. |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Good idea, 'cat. That traffic will be outrageous! Glad your dad and house made it through ok and that you had the sense to get out of harm;s way......you no dummy!  |
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Alicat Member Elite
since 1999-05-23
Posts 4094Coastal Texas |
Well, Balladeer, unlike most houses in Angleton, dad's is mortored river rock. external walls, and some internal (you can see where the original externals were), are a good foot thick. In fact, local enforcement (who has dad do their taxes), designated his house as an emergency shelter. It's stout, and has survived Camille, Carla, and Alicia. |
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sweetpoetess Member
since 2005-02-27
Posts 428Florida |
I hope everybody is okay. Ya'll are in my prayers. Poetry is beauty in words. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
 Karen, and her family update: As Noah would say, "I'm Doing a Happy Dance!" After a gazillion attempts I finally got through to Karen and her family. They are on I-10 heading back to New Orleans with a full tank of gas, and cursing the traffic. The camp they were in was built about 100 years ago and still standing so they decided because of traffic congestion, to ride out Hurricane Rita there.  I said, "Wow that must sure have been some trip, wish I could have been there with you." She said, "Sharon, it's not really the kind of thing you want to do twice and even you would have needed a drink or two." So...they are not sure if they have power or not, (they before this hurricane,) but they will need a generator until they get it back. She said, "Well, I just decided it was time to go home to face my next nervous breakdown." They are safe, well, and still funny, so that is a "very good thing!" They are strong folks that is for sure. |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Thankyou so much Sharon for the update. I have been very worried about our Witchyone and her family. Next time you speak with her....if you can remember...lol....give her my love. Hugs, Chrislane |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
And send her mine too..please. Thank you for all you do Sharon. Don't tell God how great the storm is.. |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Well... I managed to evacuate right into the direct path of the storm... (don't be asking ME to buy lottery tickets LOL) and I can't say my sanity survived because I'm a quivering coward when it comes to heights and ended up trying to make roof repairs in the middle of Rita's wrath... and... I've spent FAR too much time in close quarters with a very old man and a very old cat. LOL But physically, we're all okay... and his place has no major structural damage in spite of downed trees everywhere. He has water, phone... and a gas stove... but no electricity... With neither his chair lift nor his AC, Daddy's having difficulties. Unfortunately, a lot of those trees are down on power lines. *sigh* |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Suthern girl, it is so good to hear you and yours are safe. I was very concerned. For this time, we missed the big one, didn't we?! *hugs*.....jo |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Anyone heard from Jimmy yet? (jwesley, that is.) [This message has been edited by iliana (09-25-2005 07:37 PM).] |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
I'm so happy to hear you are ok, Ruth!!! I commend you for your bravery on the roof in the storm!! |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Ruth spent the time on a roof!! OMG!! Thank God you are okay! Thanks for checking in. Don't tell God how great the storm is.. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Suthern, I sure am glad you made it through all that, and very sorry to hear about you and your Dad, in the heat without his lift and air-conditioning, that makes it so hard. Main thing is you are all okay - thank God for that! Take a deep breath now, the worst hopefully is now behind you all. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
I sure wish I had better news than this. Karen just called me, and said to thank you all for your ongoing concern for her and her family. She said that she would be back with her family at Pipps before you know it. Unfortunately, she got home to find a ransacked house, no power, and a horrific shock of what someone did to her house, and all her missing belongings. It will take time to even clear a path as they left nothing unturned. Tonight I light another candle to give her strength to just get through this disturbing violation.  |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
My prayers for Karen will continue....it will be difficult...my heart is with her. Sending my love. |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Sharon, is there anything we can do for Karen? hugs, Marti |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Karen?... just hugging you... You know I love you, lady... I'm so glad you're safe... and Ruth and jo?... The same goes for both of you too... I'm glad to see that you all made it through safely... Hugs to all... and prayers continue...  "When the power of love overcomes the love of power the world will know peace." --Jimi Hendrix |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Marti ~ Doing what we do now by being here for Karen is about all that we can do. I know for a fact that she appreciates that more than we can ever imagine. I too wish there was more I could do, but sometimes love is simply all one needs to get them through one more day. We can always pray. |
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Poet deVine
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since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Ruth, it's good to hear you're ok. Hopefully it won't be too long before you get power. Is it possible to get a generator? I'm sure FEMA will pay for it especially as your dad needs to be comfortable! |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Say a prayer for us, please... I don't know when I'll be able to update you... but we've had to call an ambulance for Daddy... Don't know where he'll end up since the hospitals around him are running on generator power... but he's too weak to stand and can't walk even with strong men on either side of him for support... We're hoping it's just the heat and he'll be better if we can get him somewhere cool... but who knows. Hugs to all... and hoping hard. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Ruth, his electrolytes may be low (salt, sugar, potassium) from the relentless heat and perspiring them out of his body. That can make one extemely weak. He may also be suffering from dehydration. When either of these conditions occur, the desire to eat diminishes, thereby making matters worse. You've just weathered one of the worst storms of the century, and you and your Daddy will weather this one as well. On closing this reply, I will spend some time in prayer that your father will be on the mend. Love & healing prayers, Linda |
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Startime55 Member Elite
since 2003-04-05
Posts 2148Alberta, Canada |
OH MY GOSH....I hope he will be okay Ruth...My prayers are with you both.... So sorry to hear about Karen's home....I hope things get back to normal soon...If there is anything I can do to help please let me know....***BIG HUGS*** TO ALL |
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Ratleader
since 2003-01-23
Posts 7026Visiting Earth on a Guest Pass |
Yes...hoping, for him and for you too -- that's not an easy drive in good conditions, but after a hurricane and the travelling you've already had to do.... ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸ ¸¸ºº> ~~~(¸¸ER¸¸ºº> |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Karen..I'm so sorry about your home. Prayers are ongoing. Ruth..Sending prayers out for your Dad and you. . |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Ruth, may God be with you both right now, what a terrible time for so many. Once your Dad get hydrated and is cooled let's hope he gets his strength back, (you too.) |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
On a bit of a positive note in Karen's horrible homecoming - I forgot to tell you, that her two  were there! Yes they were! Mike next door hates cats and even fed them for her until she got back. They would not go close to anyone, but the second she called them they knew Mama was home.Karen is sure one strong lady, that I learn from daily that is all I can tell you, but right now is a good time for her to simply just "puddle" in all the feelings this horrible experience created. Just wash them all out and away, as I hope many will try to do, in order to move on. She has plugged an extension cord into the neighbour's house and I bet she is one mean and nasty cleaning machine today!    Goddess bless her! |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
That is such good news about Karen's cats! I'll bet Karen is thanking the God/Goddess right now for having a home to come home to...so many don't. My thoughts and prayers continue for her. Ruth, I am so sorry to hear your father is not well. Know that both of you are in my prayers. ....jo |
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sandgrain Member Elite
since 1999-09-21
Posts 3662Sycamore, IL, USA |
Suthern, I pray your father's getting the help he needs and you're going to sleep well while he gets it. Karen, My heart goes out to you learning not only was life turned upside down by the hurricane, but you were looted on top of it. Gosh, it's hard to believe anyone could be so dispicable. Those cats will warm your heart. Lots of love and extra BIG hugs to you and yours. |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
suthern: So glad you are safe and prayers are continuing for you and your father. Hoping he will be fine in a day or two with some special care. Karen: What a terrible event for you to have to face. I do know what it is like to come home to a ransacked house and many missing treasures, but I have never gone through a hurricane along with it. I'm so glad your cats were safe! May you be also! Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Sharon, any word from Karen? |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers... I appreciate them so much. Tests show that Daddy had another stroke. That didn't surprise anyone since he could move his left side Sunday and can't now. And of course... he's disoriented, confused... and not at all happy about the whole situation. Forgive the sarcasm here... but at least he's now unhappy enough he's sharing his ire with everyone... and not just saving it up for my sister and me. We don't know where we go from here - to be blunt, conditions in my hometown are on the level of a 3rd world country... no power, no gas, no food... and water is limited. The hospital is still on generator power, ambulances are only allowed to transport patients in life and death situations and all the rehab facilities are overflowing with evacuees from other rehabs and nursing homes... The places with openings are far away from where he is and there's no way to transport him. And a bit more sarcasm *G*... To make my life still more joyous, I twisted my ankle while trying to empty all the food from Daddy's refrigerator and big freezer... so now my hustle is a hobbling one. *G* I'm wondering if Carlsbad Caverns would allow me to curl up in one of their corners for a few days? *S* I've heard hurricanes don't reach there. LOL |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Ah sweetie.. I'm so sorry for all you are going through. Still saying prayers for your Dad, and for you. |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Enchantress: Hugs to you, sweet lady... I could just cry... and would if I wasn't so afraid I wouldn't ever be able to stop. *S* |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Oh lord! sometimes I wonder what these tests in life are all about. I am SO sorry for you and hope that you are getting whatever help you need to cope through this horrific time. Take care of you though Ruth, as you are sure not good to help anyone else if you don't do take care of you first I wish I had a magic wand to make this all better for you there, I truly do. I will pray it gets better for you and your family. |
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Martie
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since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Ruth....Sharons right...take care of you....if you don't, you can't take care of him. My heart goes out to you. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Update to you all from our Serenity: I talked to Karen this morning, and she had me in stitches right from the get-go. I called her phone, and after 6 rings no one answered, so I called her cell phone. I said, "Karen, your phone was ringing and ringing why didn't you answer it? Didn't you hear it?" She said, "Nope, the pole is gone that the phone line used to hang on silly!" Well we laughed ourselves silly over that sick humor. This was good as it changed some tears to something lighter. She said she misses everyone desperately, and is staring at her monitor, as she has no hard-drive, and wondering when she can get power to get back on line. They can't find their insurance adjuster even to get things dealt with, but are still trying. Apparently all the recipients of N.O. love those MRE's (Meals ready to eat.) She said, she adds water, and this little heating pack and presto - dinner is served! I think I will just take her word for that.She hopes to go to her sister's house soon to get online and say hello to everyone, as she still has no power, water, etc. She is just still busy in the darn heat cleaning and getting things back in some livable condition. She was working on her room today she said, and the power meter was being installed today, so that is a good sign, as they can't want for power. A cool spell is expected there which they are praying will stay that way, as there is still word of another storm. Sheesh!So, that is the latest from Serenity, until she checks in. Again, I was supposed to make sure you all know she really, really misses you and can't wait to get back. [This message has been edited by Mysteria (09-29-2005 03:42 PM).] |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Sharon, I'm glad Karen has her sense of humor. Thanks for the update: Ruth, you and your Dad and family are in my prayers. Hang in there, suthern girl...you're made of tough stuff! ....jo |
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Alicat Member Elite
since 1999-05-23
Posts 4094Coastal Texas |
MRE's, eh? I'm kinda partial to Chicken Spaghetti....with Tabasco. It is most amazing what that little tiny airline bottle of sweet goodness from Louisiana can do to an MRE. Now, that ain't saying them's bad, mind ya....only a few of the entress are frankly downright nasty, no matter how much Tabasco is ladled on it. Just be sure to have ample water to drink alongside yer MRE. They's dehydrated, so you add water. Add more to yourself while eating it or suffer the dire consequences three days later.  'Sides, when you really need all the energy you can get, 4000 calories/MRE ain't all that bad. This coming from a guy with a super high metabolism, mind ya.  |
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sandgrain Member Elite
since 1999-09-21
Posts 3662Sycamore, IL, USA |
Suthern, I can't believe the trials you're enduring all at once. It's good you can laugh about dad's disposition, it helps keep sanity. Carlsbad, huh? I remember almost freezing in there one hot summer day. It's pretty dank, too. God bless you (dad and sister, too) Rae |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Suthern?... Please know that you and your dad are in my thoughts and prayers... "When the power of love overcomes the love |
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