Something About Nothing ... #12

[Lynne G]

Yep, I would wait too. The models will be more in line as the days go by. Hang tight Chuckers.

 

[Squirlz]

I really hope Key West stays safe. We're going there in 32 days.

We had the hardest time finding someplace to eat today. Our favorite food truck was open but when we arrived we found out that they had sold out of food 2 hours after they opened! We then tried about 4 more places to see that they were closed for the holiday. Ended up at Old Chicago about 1/2 mile from us after driving clear across town.

 

[Monykalyn]

I felt very isolated when we first moved to Florida. It was the first time I had ever lived away from my family. I also left behind a lot of good friends.


Just curious- where is everybody from? I currently live in Virginia. I grew up in Georgia, but have also lived in North Carolina, Florida, Texas, and Alaska.

Born-North Dakota-lived there til 13
Michigan-til 16
Stl MO til graduate HS (parents still there)
Then Springfield Mo (college and moved out and back several times-currently going on 9th year in a row! Record since I've been married)
In between the Springfield stints have lived in OrLando, Little Rock and Dallas.


Hang tight Chuckers-now looks like worst is sunday, blow through and gone after Monday. Makes Sunday an ucky travel day though.
www.ventusky.com has a cool tracking feature.

Had DD sign up for Hurricane ride out if spots are still open at her resort...

 

[Lynne G]

I really hope Key West stays safe. We're going there in 32 days.

We had the hardest time finding someplace to eat today. Our favorite food truck was open but when we arrived we found out that they had sold out of food 2 hours after they opened! We then tried about 4 more places to see that they were closed for the holiday. Ended up at Old Chicago about 1/2 mile from us after driving clear across town.

Me too about KW. Guy told me of the hurricane of 1977 or 1976 that had KW, the whole island, covered with 4 feet of water.

Stinks your food hunt. We had left overs from big family event last night. Not as fun. Oh well, bedtime for me soon.

 

[tink1957]

I felt very isolated when we first moved to Florida. It was the first time I had ever lived away from my family. I also left behind a lot of good friends.


Just curious- where is everybody from? I currently live in Virginia. I grew up in Georgia, but have also lived in North Carolina, Florida, Texas, and Alaska.

I have lived most of my life in Georgia except for the month I spent in Tennessee when my ex was transferred there in 1985.

I've always dreamed about moving to Florida...maybe someday I'll retire and move there if I win the lottery. Otherwise, I'll be staying put since my house is paid for.

Nervously eyeing Irma and hope she blows out to sea before we get to the darkside next week.

I knew an Irma once...nasty old woman who took my ex's grandfather for all he had...hope this one is all bark and no bite.

Good night all ...sweet dreams

 

[Charade67]

I have lived most of my life in Georgia except for the month I spent in Tennessee when my ex was transferred there in 1985.

I was in Georgia from about 1971-1997. I grew up in Marietta.

 

[tink1957]

I was in Georgia from about 1971-1997. I grew up in Marietta.

I grew up in Lithia Springs, just down the road from there...small world.

 

[Lynne G]

it could be. The only summer day this week. 70 to start, getting cloudy, and already feeling muggy. Unless the 5 o'clock news is wrong, the line of thunderstorms Keisha had will arrive around 11 pm or 12 midnight. That's fine with me. Though I will wake up when I hear thunder and downpours. As of this morning, weather people saying may be severe ones. Hope they pass quickly, and nothing gets flooded or blown. Have to remind older one to secure the trash cans after he retrieves them from the street.

Ah, it's the back to work and school routine. My head must be more ready than me. Was up at 3:30am, and could not get back to sleep. DH was up shortly after me. Woke the kids up a few hours later. They were not moving. They'd better. Older one needs to take little one. No slacking for older one, even when he doesn't have class today.

Have a great Tuesday all. Stay safe those in the path of Irma, and sending good thought to those still suffering from Harvey's effects.

Big cup of tea today. Good Morning and Good Afternoon homies!

 

[Chuckers]

Airlines contact booked clients 48 hours out from departure and list it on their website

You can cancel and get a refund or rebook the trip once the airline states they are cancelling your flight

No penalty fees involved
But if you cancel prior to their notice, uou get penalty fees

Wait until then to make a decision

Thank you Mac, I have never had to travel during weather conditions.

 

[Chuckers]

Born-North Dakota-lived there til 13
Michigan-til 16
Stl MO til graduate HS (parents still there)
Then Springfield Mo (college and moved out and back several times-currently going on 9th year in a row! Record since I've been married)
In between the Springfield stints have lived in OrLando, Little Rock and Dallas.


Hang tight Chuckers-now looks like worst is sunday, blow through and gone after Monday. Makes Sunday an ucky travel day though.
www.ventusky.com has a cool tracking feature.

Had DD sign up for Hurricane ride out if spots are still open at her resort...

Sunday is my travel day... sigh... Oh well, I'll be upset, but I'll just reschedule it and have to reset my count down and drive everyone even crazier

The other thing is that it's supposed to track north up the coast.. coming form Boston, that's my flight path.. so even if it were to pass through and be clear by Sunday, who knows what will happen to my flight.

 

[macraven]

I grew up in Lithia Springs, just down the road from there...small world.

When I do six flags in Atlanta, i book a room in lithia springs

 

[Robo56]

Morning everyone



Governor called a state of emergency for the whole state of Florida yesterday. Hurricane shutters are going up and everyone is stocking up on water and supplies. Prayers going up that this storm will bypass the east coast and go back out to the ocean.

Chuckers you have been the cheerleader of all things vacation on the thread for months. I hope this storm blows back out in the ocean and you are able to enjoy your vacation. Hang in there .

Yep, your trip is just around the corner too..........I know you'll have a blast........any pool slides on the agenda this year.........

Definitely pool slide is on the agenda....LOL....I'am like a little kid at Universal and Portofino.....if the legs are well enough to get me to the top of the slide I'am going


Schumi hope the weather does not hamper your travels I think you and Tom are hopefully leaving soon enough to catch a window of opportunity with the weather before storm hits if it's going to. Wishing you and Tom safe travels and a lovely time in New York and Orlando.

 

[Robo56]

One of my Halloween trees.

 

[Chuckers]

Thanks @Robo56 - I'll probably be cheerleading until January now!

I'm looking at going to 6 Flags Great Adventure for a day on the 16th. At least I can get a coaster fix somewhere different than my 6 Flags Spend 2 nights in a hotel for some me time without the housemates around.

 

[macraven]

i'm guessing schumi is busy today getting ready for her trip this week.

bet she has packed the suitcases now.

got up early and did errands, now to run son to the doctor.

weather here is so good today!

waiting for Irma to hit and the rains will come to Georgia eventually

 

[Lynne G]

Chuckers. any way you can go a day early? Arrive Saturday instead of Sunday? While you may not miss some of the hurricane, the Orlando resorts are great at keeping guests safe and entertained. Plus, the hurricane will make only a day or two of not so nice, the rest will be beautiful. Oh, and I live about an hour away from Six Flags GA. My kids don't like that park as much as Dorney Park, which is also just about an hour from us, and 15 or so minutes from my DSis. So, they go for the day than crash at her house for the night. Not sure exactly why they don't like GA, but I think it has to do with who they see there. I used to drop the kids off at GA, then shop at Dix. We sometimes go over that way, but not as much anymore, as DH doesn't need the Army clothing store at Dix now.

For us, the rain is coming, but the sun is so beautiful and it's hot, like summer has said hello, before the low weather system brings the rain and drops the temps over 10 degrees. 88 today, 70 tomorrow. And the rain sticks around to be a roll the dice storm or two on Thursday too. Sleeveless today, digging out the long sleeve and jacket for tomorrow. Seems the AC is cranking and will not be turned off until the end of September. Why I have a coat today, for inside.

Iced coffee for lunch, and looking for more. Maybe I'll make some more tea.

Robo, as always, loving the decor you do around your home. Fall has come to the Robo home.

HeHe, little one remarked, while at the mall yesterday, that seems like all Fall stuff now. Yeah, and Christmas stuff right along with it. Cannot believe our summer. Flew by. But, I enjoy the fall weather, but just a bit cooler, and no humidity. We opened the windows last night, as it went down to 45 overnight. Good sleeping weather. Had to close the house up in the morning though, besides the rain coming, it's oh so humid right now. Older one probably turned on the AC. It's a time of year, he hates outside. Several types of pollen or seeds are in the air the next couple of months, and he's allergic to all of them. Mom harp, did you take your medicine? I need to record that. Sneezing and asthma have arrived.

Afternoon Mac. Sounds like your day has been busy, and you're having the good weather today too. Yeah, I think this coming weekend, you will be enjoying Irma's rain. Here's hoping it goes out to sea, and only effects the very close shores of GA. Hope you healing and getting around better. Also hope the doctor's visit is quick, and your DS is okay.

 

[Chuckers]

@Lynne G I don't know if I can arrive early. I don't think I want to be in Orlando when a cat 5 hurricane comes through.. plus, if it's really bad, I might not be able to get home when the trip is over. since I live in the Boston area, the hurricane is supposed to go up the east coast.. which is my flight path.

While I REALLY REALLY want to go, I'm thinking if it's really going to hit Florida, I am going to postpone the trip until January. At least that way, I'll be in Sunny Florida when everyone here is in snowy, cold Massachusetts.

 

[old lady]

Is it going to hit Florida or Texas again? Is it too soon to tell? Maybe waiting until January would be a good option.

 

[Lynne G]

I would think another day will have a more clearer picture of where Irma is going. Right now, looks like Atlantic side of FL, up as far as Chesapeake area. I am sure planes flying up the coast just fly around it high above the bad weather. Sadly, moving trip to later most likely the best thing to do.

 

[Lynne G]

And no mentioning that 4 letter word Chuckers.