The storm hit

Early this morning it started raining with really high winds. Then it turned to sleet with high winds. In the daytime it was snow with high winds.
When Buddy wanted out to tinkle, I had to force him. The spray from the sleet at 50+ miles an hour really hurts, I know, I had to go with him. He usually stays outside during the day, but he wanted right back in. Me too.
The hight temperature for the day was a blistering 41* with the low at 20*. I refuse to look up the windchill factor, it will make me feel colder, lol.
For obvious reasons, I've had my woodstove going since last night.

A storm is coming

According to all sources [NWS, local news etc] there is going to be a snow storm here tomorrow on Sunday, with snow down to 4000'. Oh goody. I get to drive my super bouncy 4x4 again. Of course, it could be worse. I could have NO truck and be stuck. So, I bounce up and down my dirt road in the snow and mud most of the winter.
When friends ask, "Are you going to be here 'such and such". I answer, "God willing, and the creek don't rise", and I'm NOT kidding.
Pray that God keeps me and my 'fur babies' safe till the weather clears for the season.
Thank you. God bless all.

Wednesday March 4th

Will, my friend and helper, came to bingo with me. He was lucky and won a game. Which is great, he only comes once a month or so. Way to go, Will.
I, on the other hand, only got close or "on" [1 away] practically every game. Getting on is like a cardiovascular workout. Your heart just pounds, thinking, "I got it, I'm gonna win".
After bingo, Will and I went to church. We had a wonderful visit with friends. We were able to take communion. The service was fascinating. We had so much to talk about, we stayed afterwards chatting with the Pastor for 2-1/2 hours!
Then, I had to stop on the way home to switch from my car to my truck. Goody. It has been raining and snowing. With the promise of more. I really hate getting stuck on the mountain in my car, with my 4x4 down the hill. So, I would rather have my truck up here and not need it, than to have my car up here and get 2 ft. of snow.
Will, Kati [my Service Dog] and I, bounced up the hill in my truck with overload springs. Picture springs that are way too tight. No spring effect.
We all made it home with our joints still in place and all of our teeth. lol.

Wednesday Feb. 25th

Today I went to the Seniors center to play bingo [supports Meals on Wheels]. I didn't win, but my friends did. I had a lot of fun. I got "on" [1 away] almost every game, and some games I was on up to 7 times! Really thought I had it a couple times, but that's what makes it fun.
Kati, my service dog, was finally able to come with me. She was stuck at home for 3 weeks, because of the snow. The ride in my 4x4 pick-up is REALLY rough, and it makes her very sore. She is after all 11 years old. She was soooo excited to go, and everyone was happy to see her.
I was able to go to church today, yeah! It was a very good service and it was good to see my friends there.
The snow and ice is gone. The rain melted it, so I was able to bring my car home. I keep it at 3000', at a friends house 3 miles down the hill from me. In the winter, I keep either my car or my 4x4 pick-up at their house. I switch off as needed. It's kinda funny. In bad weather, I drive the truck down to my car- switch, then switch on the way home. It does get old, so I'm happy to have my car home and not need to switch for now.

Bingo -no Church

Yesterday, I went to bingo. I had a really good time with my friends, even though I didn't win. I was "on" [needed 1 number] on almost every game. That makes it very exciting.
The bummer was, I didn't get to go to church. I go to my local Calvary Chapel most Wednesday evenings for Bible study. I didn't get to go, because there is still snow on my road. After it starts to melt, then freezes again at night it becomes ice. It is very difficult to drive up a sheet of ice, even with a 4x4. So, I had to come straight home.

More snow, and the dogs love it!

It snowed 5" yesterday and 3" this morning. This brings the weeks total to 16". Good thing I have a 4wd truck.
Yesterday as I was walking the dogs around, Bear [my Lab] found a fox or skunk den. He spent hours digging in that hole. I kept getting him home, but every time I let him out to potty he would go back and dig more. When I got him in for the night he was a wet and dirty dog. I actually used snow to clean him off- It works! I sure hope that little critter moves so Bear will stop digging after it. I don't want him to hurt a fox or a skunk to spray him.
The snow makes ALL my dogs act like puppies. Only Buddy is a puppy, he's 11 months. Kati & Bear are both 11 years. They all love to play in the snow. Then, after playing, Kati likes to lay down by the wood stove and warm up her bottom.

Preparing for Snowstorm

Right now, I'm preparing for a huge snowstorm. It is 19* out and cloudy. The snow is supposed to hit first thing in the morning. I got 8" in the last storm, I should get as much or more from this storm. This storm will be wetter than the last one. Good thing I went shopping today, and stocked up on supplies.
God Bless you all. Keep warm and dry.

Condors Feb. 13th

The Bakersfield Condors [hockey] beat the Ontario Reign 5-3 on Friday. I missed the game because of the snow, bummer. They have won 4 out of their last 5 games. This will bring them up in the standings and help them make it to the playoffs [hopefully]. If you are curious about my favorite team, go to: http://www.bakersfieldcondors.com/ .
Keep warm & dry.

Woke up to snow

Friday morning I woke up to 14* and 8" of powder snow. It was so beautiful looking outside, with the trees and shrubs covered in snow. Perfect for skiing, but not walking dogs. I fell several times just walking the 3 dogs up the hill in the snow. I'm sure I stepped on some ice under the snow, from the previous snow. At least it was powder snow, it just brushed right off. The temperature warmed up to a cozy 32* with a westward wind of 5-20 mph.
My friend and helper Will, brought in a lot of dry firewood to keep my house warm. Another snow storm is coming Sunday night through Monday. Where I live [at 5000'] 12" -18" of fresh snow is expected. I guess I'll just stay home. Not like I have a life or anything to do, lol. Good thing I like it where I live. I have great neighbors, and my computer of course -grin-.

My Birthday

Well, as of yesterday [2-11], I am 43. I had a great day.
At bingo [in support of Meals on Wheels] I won $77, and almost everyone wished me a "Happy Birthday". I even received a card signed by all my bingo friends. How thoughtful.
Afterwards, I went to Wednesday evening services at my church. Very good service, and awesome praise & worship songs.
Today, I woke up to 3" snow. Must have snowed very early, because it was already there at 6 am. The sun shone today, but it stayed cold, 33* for the high.
Expecting a huge snow storm tomorrow, all the way down to I-5 on the grapevine. Down to about 3000'. This is a lot of snow and cold weather for CA.

It's Snowing and cold today

Hi all,
It has been snowing on and off all day. Right now I have 3". The wind has been blowing hard since last night, and the high temp was 33* and the low 20*. Brrr.
I have a nice warm fire in my woodstove going. All 3 dogs [Kati-Standard Dachshund, Bear-Lab, and Buddy-Walker Hound] are asleep by the stove.
Keep warm all.