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Post by Deleted on Dec 22, 2022 15:53:19 GMT -5
Sorry you have to be out in that George. This winter weather about to come through is not looking fun, here in central Ohio we're at about 40 degrees out right now, come daybreak tomorrow we're looking at wind chills as low as -30F and sticking there for awhile, the artic air and strong winds combining badly. Just want to get through the next 36 hours or so.
Hope everyone impacted (I know there are a number of us here) stays safe and warm!
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Post by Slam_Bradley on Dec 22, 2022 18:08:17 GMT -5
We've been hovering around negative 5 with the wind-chill in my part of Southern Idaho. Not nearly as bad as some, but still far colder than I'd like.
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Post by Calidore on Dec 22, 2022 20:10:27 GMT -5
I loved the whole idea of "action figures" from a movie entirely devoid of "action."
I wonder if there would be a market for inaction figures.
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Post by berkley on Dec 22, 2022 21:18:41 GMT -5
We've been hovering around negative 5 with the wind-chill in my part of Southern Idaho. Not nearly as bad as some, but still far colder than I'd like.
My tolerance for the cold has gone down quite a bit the last several years, and it was never too high to begin with. Not that I Iike excessive heat either: I think I have a window of about 3 degrees Celsius that I consider comfortable.
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Post by tartanphantom on Dec 23, 2022 2:12:51 GMT -5
Tennessee is at the bottom of the jet stream trough, so the polar vortex is hitting us here in middle TN as well, although not to the extent of our mid-western and big sky members.
As I write this at 1:05am CST, the current air temp is is 8 deg. F, with the "real feel" (adjusted for humidity) at -9. We've only had about 1/2" of snow, but it came on top of a bit of freezing rain, so things are already nice and slick. More light snow starting right now. Won't be enough for a "white Christmas", but it's a bit of a rarity this time of year, as we don't normally see our first snowfall until after the first of the year.
Tomorrow's high is forecasted at a balmy 9 deg. F, with wind chill factors up to -25.
Although this kind of weather is not normal for us at this time of year, we're certainly no stranger to it. Nashville metro area has become a haven for Southern California transplants, and it's interesting to see their reaction to experiencing this kind of weather, often for the first time. Their biggest shock is often the first time exposure to the disappearing "milk, eggs and bread" phenomenon at the grocery store.
Even the mention of the word "snow" in the forecast is enough to make locals rush to the store and clear the shelves of these staples... why? I don't know... maybe they just like to make french toast every time it snows... or fried-egg-and-snowball sandwiches. Go figure.
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Post by EdoBosnar on Dec 23, 2022 4:38:05 GMT -5
(...) or fried-egg-and-snowball sandwiches. Go figure. Hmmm. Might be good if you sprinkle some chopped chives on it...
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Post by Deleted on Dec 23, 2022 8:32:16 GMT -5
As predicted, this morning we are at -30F wind chill. And the winds are still whipping around, but we did get 2 inches of snow and at least it looks like Christmas out. Fortunately the power is still on, and the house is nice and toasty (the strong winds have already knocked out power in some parts of the area, we tend to be on the most stable part of the grid, so knock on wood that holds).
We have a couple of heated pet shelters (including food and a heated water bowl to prevent freezing) for the stray cats in the neighborhood, but being as severely cold as it is, we built a couple more last night in case the "hotel" we run on the porch needs some extra occupancy. Fortunately our neighbors do the same types of things, we all watch out for the animals in the area.
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Post by Calidore on Dec 23, 2022 9:15:57 GMT -5
Dangerous conditions here, with a projected high temp of -1 and constant winds of 30 mph gusting to 45 into tomorrow. Glad we had plenty of advance warning to do errands.
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Post by Prince Hal on Dec 23, 2022 19:33:41 GMT -5
I loved the whole idea of "action figures" from a movie entirely devoid of "action."
I wonder if there would be a market for inaction figures.
I have one of Shakespeare and my wife has one of the notorious RBG. But then, we are decidedly a niche market.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 24, 2022 10:01:33 GMT -5
Out in the cold this morning trying to get enough of the driveway cleared so we can make it to the Christmas festivities we are supposed to attend tonight and tomorrow. With the way the wind drifted, the snow behind my car and at the bottom of our steps is taller than my snow blower. The bottom of the driveway just has a dusting, but the area at the top has about 6-7 inches of drift accumulation. And its cold, still below zero with wind chills in the negative double digits, so its like 5-1o minutes outside, come in and warm up, then go back out for a bit. I'm about halfway done, got the porch cleared off, got the cars cleaned off and the middle third of the driveway cleared. Now for the mass behind the cars on my next expedition out. But first a cup of hot cocoa to warm up.
-M
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Post by Deleted on Dec 24, 2022 12:11:16 GMT -5
Out in the cold this morning trying to get enough of the driveway cleared so we can make it to the Christmas festivities we are supposed to attend tonight and tomorrow. With the way the wind drifted, the snow behind my car and at the bottom of our steps is taller than my snow blower. The bottom of the driveway just has a dusting, but the area at the top has about 6-7 inches of drift accumulation. And its cold, still below zero with wind chills in the negative double digits, so its like 5-1o minutes outside, come in and warm up, then go back out for a bit. I'm about halfway done, got the porch cleared off, got the cars cleaned off and the middle third of the driveway cleared. Now for the mass behind the cars on my next expedition out. But first a cup of hot cocoa to warm up. -M As my neighbor so to speak, I hear you on those conditions, I finally ventured out briefly this morning just to run the car. I live out in the country and the driveway is too long to be out in this weather trying to clear manually. Normally we use a snow removal service, but fortunately the drifting has actually kept the driveway surface reasonably clear (all wheel drive helps a little as well). I think back of being a little kid in northern Vermont in this kind of weather, and how we would stand outside waiting for the school bus. There was no waiting in our parents' car (I suspect things were safer back then too), we simply had the right clothing/gear for subzero weather and would usually be moving around goofing off/playing while we waited (they didn't stop at every house, there was a designated spot on our street where we congregated). It didn't seem that bad at all to tell the truth, though now I've grown to hate the cold lol (not that I like very hot weather any better). Enjoy that hot cocoa, it does always seem to taste better when you've "worked" for it
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Post by Deleted on Dec 24, 2022 12:48:46 GMT -5
Out in the cold this morning trying to get enough of the driveway cleared so we can make it to the Christmas festivities we are supposed to attend tonight and tomorrow. With the way the wind drifted, the snow behind my car and at the bottom of our steps is taller than my snow blower. The bottom of the driveway just has a dusting, but the area at the top has about 6-7 inches of drift accumulation. And its cold, still below zero with wind chills in the negative double digits, so its like 5-1o minutes outside, come in and warm up, then go back out for a bit. I'm about halfway done, got the porch cleared off, got the cars cleaned off and the middle third of the driveway cleared. Now for the mass behind the cars on my next expedition out. But first a cup of hot cocoa to warm up. -M As my neighbor so to speak, I hear you on those conditions, I finally ventured out briefly this morning just to run the car. I live out in the country and the driveway is too long to be out in this weather trying to clear manually. Normally we use a snow removal service, but fortunately the drifting has actually kept the driveway surface reasonably clear (all wheel drive helps a little as well). I think back of being a little kid in northern Vermont in this kind of weather, and how we would stand outside waiting for the school bus. There was no waiting in our parents' car (I suspect things were safer back then too), we simply had the right clothing/gear for subzero weather and would usually be moving around goofing off/playing while we waited (they didn't stop at every house, there was a designated spot on our street where we congregated). It didn't seem that bad at all to tell the truth, though now I've grown to hate the cold lol (not that I like very hot weather any better). Enjoy that hot cocoa, it does always seem to taste better when you've "worked" for it A couple of my younger than me D&D players who live about 5-10 minutes away came over and helped me finish the last bit of the driveway. The bonus, the wife of one of the players had made home made chicken noodle soup and my players brought some for Mrs. MRP and I to have for lunch It was their place we are going tonight for X-Mas Eve board games and such, and they really wanted us to come over, so they came and helped us dig out. -M
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Post by The Captain on Dec 24, 2022 13:33:05 GMT -5
Proud dad moment yesterday for me. I came downstairs from reading, and my younger daughter was sitting on the couch watching Star Wars (the original). I asked her why, and she said it was about time she got around to checking it out. We’re going to watch the rest of the initial trilogy this week.
In the afternoon, she sat down with me and watched the first two episodes of Firefly. Said she liked it and would keep going with it, but only if I watch it with her.
The plan for tomorrow night is to finish rewatching Hawkeye, then all of us, at both of my daughters’ request, are going to watch my favorite Christmas movie of all time, that being Die Hard.
My daughters are awesome. #GirlDad4Life
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Post by Deleted on Dec 24, 2022 15:27:58 GMT -5
About to begin some family Christmas Eve activities, and just want to wish folks here a Merry Christmas for those that celebrate and holiday wishes for those who enjoy the season in other ways. Whether you have festivities planned, or if this year is quieter and maybe a bit more contemplative, I just wanted to share goodwill of the season with all. And may Santa pay you and/or your loved ones a visit tonight, but hopefully without any "assist"
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Post by Deleted on Dec 24, 2022 16:01:21 GMT -5
Ditto to all of that, @jaska.
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