Morning news reports that Ft. Lauderdale airport got 25.95" of rain in the last 48 hours. They think they might open again around noon but they have to tow away all the abandoned cars on the flooded streets first so people can get in and out. The park next to where I live measured a bit over 20". I did go out this morning and A1A was passable, but still oddly placed abandoned cars here and there. Couldn't get into the dog park though so Skinner and I walked around the mall parking lot. Schools are closed and it looks like a nice day to just stay home. Much less windy today.
Thus ends your morning weather update.
Holy crap that is a lot of rain!!
Wow, Laura!
I learned this morning that while my car fob will not unlock or lock my doors or allow the car to start unless it is physically in the little slot, it *will* set off the alarm if I drop it on the porch. It will *not* turn *off* the alarm - to do that I have to unlock the door with a key, put the fob in its slot and turn the engine on. Really glad that worked, at least. Also glad my neighbors did not drive me off with pitchforks and allowed me to just slink away in shame.
Ironic that you were hunting for houseboats not that long ago, Laura. Maybe check into gondolas for getting around the streets, just in case?
Happy to report my new permanent crown is in and feels like a tooth rather than a LEGO® jammed into my jaw the way the temporary one did.
Gondola would have worked. Here is some drone footage. [link]
Oh, my word, Laura.
-t, what a pain in the ass!
Good to great, Matt.
DH is doing a "handy" thing today. There are issues. I am trying to be supportive while preventing a trip to the ER. It's a delicate balance.
Oh my dears. I've been away 1200+ messages worth and see now so much loss and illness and _stuff_.
My condolences, get wells and best wishes to all.
Nothing much to report from my new life in MD. Little bumps here and there but nothing at all like the stress of the last 7+ years.
This morning, one of my dearest people experienced a house fire...everyone is okay...that will redefine the rest of their lives.
That news made me want to check in with you all.
It's funny. I identify as a non-joiner, but whenever that comes up, I mention my 'invisible friends' and have to contradict myself.
I'm glad you are here and send all my support and appreciation.
Nice to see your pixels, bk!
The potential ER danger zone has passed. We're on the downswing. Thank you for the solidarity.
