How to Shovel Snow

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

What's Your Weather Today?

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

I live in Michigan for those of you who arent aware of that .

These are hard times for us as we are in the middle of Winter as alot of us are.

We went from bitter cold last week of below 0F to 30F this week, and it felt like a heatwave. How sad is that? lol

So for the past few days it has been sloppy as snow is melting a little. My house has ice cicles hanging from the roof, and each morning I open my door, and they crash to the ground.

The roads are clear at the moment. Even the side roads.

Tomorrow?

We are expecting another 2 inches of snow. hmm

Sighhhhhh.

Someone please post something about warm weather. lol

Pam

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

The snow is already here when I woke up this morning. Going to continue to snow on and off all day.

Dont you know I have to go out in it later on. hahaha

Driving in snow can be very tricky to say the least. doh

C'mon gang....I want to hear about someone who is wearing shorts and a tshirt, and still sweating cause it is so warm where they are. lol

Wishing everyone a pleasant day.

Pam

krystalkitty · Status: Offline

24 degrees here in MN. Gonna get a high of 31 today...Yippee!!! Sure beats -31 lol

Maybe some flurries!

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

krystalkitty wrote:

24 degrees here in MN. Gonna get a high of 31 today...Yippee!!! Sure beats -31 Maybe some flurries!

Thanks kitty roll

Your weather sounds alot like mine today.

How do you handle it when it is below Zero as it was? I simply hunker down, turn on my fireplace, and close the drapes. lol

Pam

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

Friday Night...Cloudy. A chance of light snow during the evening...then snow. Accumulations 2 to 4 inches likely. Lows 22 to 26. Light and variable winds...becoming south 5 to 10 mph...then turning to southeast late. Chance of snow 90 percent.

Ugh.....here we go again..... lol

Have snow shovel standing by.....

Pam

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PMM2008 wrote:

C'mon gang....I want to hear about someone who is wearing shorts and a tshirt, and still sweating cause it is so warm where they are.

Pam

I seem to remember someone threatening not to speak to me anymore if I didn't stop talking about our brutal winter

FWIW, we had a cold snap today - it only got up to 76 thumb

nonna · Status: Offline

new jersey 12inches of snow today and cold 27

Mben · Status: Offline

You all who don't live where PSP and I live, need to move to where PSP and I live!

PSP · Status: Offline

Mben wrote:

You all who don't live where PSP and I live, need to move to where PSP and I live!

Exactamundo!

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

PSP wrote:

Mben wrote:

You all who don't live where PSP and I live, need to move to where PSP and I live!

Exactamundo!

Honestly, if it were not for my family, I would of packed up a long time ago and moved to Florida.

I can see it now, a old mobile home, wheels still attached, parked on a over grown lot. I'll have plastic pink flamingos in my yard too.

I'll stay in my bath robe all day, curlers in my hair, cigarette hanging out of my mouth, and go outside just to check my mail and chase away the neighbor kids. lol

Hey....it could happen.... lol

Pam

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Sounds like paradise to me lol roll

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PMM2008 wrote:

I can see it now, a old mobile home, wheels still attached, parked on a over grown lot. I'll have plastic pink flamingos in my yard too.

I'll stay in my bath robe all day, curlers in my hair, cigarette hanging out of my mouth, and go outside just to check my mail and chase away the neighbor kids.

Pam

Didn't I see you on Cops last Saturday?

Mben · Status: Offline

Darn it! I don't think I can handle this weather in Tucson anymore! It looks like our high is going to be 70 degrees with clear, blue and BEAUTIFUL skies.

Will it ever end??? LMAO!!! NaNnY nANnY bOo BoOOOOO!! tongue

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

Mben wrote:

Darn it! I don't think I can handle this weather in Tucson anymore! It looks like our high is going to be 70 degrees with clear, blue and BEAUTIFUL skies.

Will it ever end??? LMAO!!! NaNnY nANnY bOo BoOOOOO!!

tongue tongue lol

The snow will start here about 10PM. They were talking 2 inches, but now more like 4 inches.

My back already hurts from the snow I will shovel tomorrow in my driveway. lol

I hope it is that light and fluffy snow, not the heavy wet snow. That stuff puts my back into spasms when I try to lift it.

Ohhhh Gawdddd, someone send me a plane ticket outta here. lol

Pam

PSP · Status: Offline

Shovel snow? I'm not familiar with this - could you explain what you mean please?

tongue

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

PSP wrote:

Shovel snow? I'm not familiar with this - could you explain what you mean please?

How to Shovel Snow

By an eHow Contributor

Shoveling snow is a fact of life in colder parts of the world. So grab your snow shovel and follow these steps to make sure your driveway and walking areas are safe in any weather.

Difficulty: NEXT TO IMPOSSIBLE lol

Things You'll Need:

Waterproof Mittens
Wool Scarves
Snow Shovels

Get what you need for every
project at HomeDepot.com

Make sure you have a good snow shovel. Most snow shovels have open ends that allow you to easily toss the snow off to the side.
Consider your physical condition. If you are out of shape you should proceed with caution. Snow is heavy and shoveling is hard work - you don't want to risk a serious injury or jeopardize your health. If you have a heart condition or back problems, you should definitely not shovel snow unless your doctor approves it.
Remove the snow from the driveway and any walkways needed to get into and out of the house. Don't forget the areas around the mailbox, garbage cans and other places you'll want access to.
Work toward the areas where you are depositing the snow so that you have less distance to toss it as you tire.
Chip away any ice that you find under the snow and remove the chunks with the shovel.
Spread rock salt over the cleared area to avoid icing.
Sand any areas that remain slippery.

Tips & Warnings

Dress in layers for warmth. You can remove layers as you become warm from the exertion.
Pay close attention to the weather. Extremely cold temperatures can be a serious health hazard. If you begin to feel the effects of the cold, stop and go inside for a while.
Every year a large number of people have heart attacks or other health problems from overexertion while shoveling snow. Don't overdo it - especially if you are normally sedentary or already have a pre-existing condition.

Addition to list:

      > When done, immediatley take two Advil as you will need them in about 20 minutes. (This is if you are able to walk still. If not, have someone carry you in, and get them for you.)

      > ICE YOUR BACK

      > It is important to stay upright. If you shovel, then sit or lay down to quickly, everything will "freeze" up and you wont be able to move.

      > Realize that when you wake up the next morning, your body will feel like it has been hit by a Semi truck, and there is nothing you can do about it.

      > lol lol lol lol lol lol lol lol

-- Edited by PMM2008 on Friday 28th of January 2011 03:02:59 PM

PSP · Status: Offline

I just got back from Home Depot - shockingly they don't stock snow shovels

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

PSP wrote:

I just got back from Home Depot - shockingly they don't stock snow shovels

Thats because the folks that have to experience a real Winter have bought them all, and had them shipped to their snowy State. roll

Well, woke up this morning to 5 new inches of snow on the ground. It is the light and fluffy stuff thank God, as I will be shoveling sometime today.

This mornings forecast also calls for possible freezing drizzle mixed in with yet more snow. Joy Joy. Good thing I have no where I need to be. I hate driving in this stuff.
Not that I could get my car out without serious digging first anyways.

Time to shut the curtains, and turn on the fireplace. I have my coffee and NDF.

I am good to go. thumb

Pam

Mben · Status: Offline

Sat - 70
Sun - 70
Mon - 61
Tue - 58
Wed - 54

Uh ohhhh .......... we are gonna have a cold spell come Tuesday. And all our snow shovels are sold out also! hahaha

Seriously though, I would love a couple days of snow. Remember a couple weeks back they said we were gonna get snow? Parts of Tucson did, but I didn't get to see any of it.

JustBecky · Status: Offline

Believe it or not it is nice enough for shorts in Colorado. Doors open for fresh air. I love it!

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

JustBecky wrote:

Believe it or not it is nice enough for shorts in Colorado. Doors open for fresh air. I love it!

Now that is some beautiful country right there. Colorado. Yes Indeed.

Thanks for the post JustBecky. thumb

Pam

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

Saw this for Tuesday Evening.

Tuesday Night: Snow likely. Cloudy, with a low around 11. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of 3 to 7 inches possible.

weird

All I can say is Ugh.

Pam

EDIT: Will be heading to Home Depot today to purchase a new snow shovel.

Mine has seen better days, and with possibly 7 more inches coming, I need a decent shovel for sure. lol

-- Edited by PMM2008 on Sunday 30th of January 2011 11:17:59 AM

marcusmcroach · Status: Offline

well it's not that hot outside nor cold the temperature is just right to walk even without umbrella outside. this is also the reason why I'm having a great day today.

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

Well it is Tuesday morning.

The forecast is grim, and the snow is already starting. hmm

Going to get some extra milk and supplies today, cause come tomorrow? I am not leaving the comfort and safety of this little house. lol

A quick look at a Mid-Michigan Forecast.

Today: A 40 percent chance of snow. Cloudy, with a high near 21. Wind chill values as low as -1. Northeast wind between 16 and 18 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph.

Tonight: Snow and widespread blowing snow. The snow could be heavy at times. Low around 13. Wind chill values as low as -3. Blustery, with a northeast wind between 16 and 22 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 3 to 7 inches possible.

Wednesday: Snow and widespread blowing snow. The snow could be heavy at times. High near 21. Wind chill values as low as -4. Blustery, with a north northeast wind between 16 and 23 mph, with gusts as high as 33 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 3 to 5 inches possible.

Wednesday Night: Widespread blowing snow. Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly clear, with a low around 1. Wind chill values as low as -8. Northwest wind between 7 and 13 mph.

Pam

Mben · Status: Offline

Sorry about all that snow, Pam. Looks like you need to be heading where Marcus is at. lol

I can't believe that we are going to have a high today of 58, Wed 43 and Thr 41 freezing degrees!! (no snow lol)

What the heck?? This is ARIZONA!!! But I will take this kind of cold any day over the heat that is definitely on it's way!

givennsz · Status: Offline

Snow, Snow 14 + blowing snow... UGH lol and its down right cold out there.

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

Well, I did it.

I broke down and called the neighbor to snow blow my driveway tomorrow.

The guy only charges $5 bucks, but I have plans on giving him a tip.

Sometimes we just have to admit we are beaten.

Mother Nature is going to be in a bad mood tomorrow and dump 12+ inches of snow. Not only that, but it will be blowing around and miserable.

My snow shovel is for hire, as I am not using it tomorrow. lol

Pam

krystalkitty · Status: Offline

-7 windchill -27...Thankfully no more snow. We got about 6 inches on Monday!! Enough.....We had a tunnel of a driveway. Thankfully our buddy came and winged us out!!!

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

All I can really do is laugh. It snowed so bad last night, and the wind blew so bad that my car is under the snow, and I couldnt open my back door to let the dogs out.

The driveway is completely gone, and it just keeps snowing and blowing.

The city shut down, and we are told to stay off the roads if possible. NO PROBLEM. lol

Here is todays forecast:

Today: Snow and widespread blowing snow. The snow could be heavy at times. High near 21. Wind chill values as low as -2. Blustery, with a north northeast wind 25 to 28 mph decreasing to between 16 and 19 mph. Winds could gust as high as 36 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Total daytime snow accumulation of 3 to 7 inches possible.

weird

Someone tell me about some nice weather out there.

Pam

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

This is my old hoopty buried this morning.

The school is across the street, which is of course closed today.

Between the end of my driveway, and the school is a road, yet it is hard to realize that, as it is all snow too.

Pam

-- Edited by PMM2008 on Wednesday 2nd of February 2011 10:47:29 AM

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

Here is one that is a little more impressive...... lol

This is two streets over.

Pam

holy snow batman!.jpg

krystalkitty · Status: Offline

WOW! Boy did you get dumped on. The most we got at one time was 11 inches over about 3 days!!! 6 more days and I will be in FL....gotta be warmer than MN and no snow lol

Mben · Status: Offline

How's my weather today? NOTHING compared to the rest of the people who are living under snow right now. Man, oh man, That is crazy! Sorry folks!

Here's my picture of my picture perfect day. Our temps are very low for February but the sun is shining and it is a bright and beautiful day.

Right Now	Next 36 Hours

	Today	Tonight	Tomorrow

Sunny	Mostly Sunny	Clear / Wind	Sunny / Wind
33°F	43°	22°	44°
Feels Like: 23°	High	Low	High
Past 24-hr: Precip: 0 in Snow: 0 in	Chance of Precip: 0%	Chance of Precip: 0%	Chance of Precip: 0%
Wind: From NW at 13mph	Wind: NW at 18 mph	Wind: E at 22 mph	Wind: ENE at 22 mph

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

That picture is actually painful to look at right now. lol

Seems like a dream I ever saw days like that.

Pam

SPADEAHOLIC · Status: Offline

82 degrees today so went swimming

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

The sun is actually shining today after such a long storm. thumb

My driveway is plowed, and I actually got mail this morning. Yesterday it truely did not run due to the weather. Thats a first for me to hear of that. The mail could not get out of Saginaw because of the roads.

Nothing of interest in the next few days as far as weather. Cold but sunny. It gives people a little time to dig out from this storm.

Schools are still closed today.

I drempt of PSP's picture last night and that I was sitting at the table drinking frilly drinks. lol

Enjoying the sunshine and warmth.

Pam

Mben · Status: Offline

The sun is out, shining as bright as ever and it is 27 degrees at 10:30 AM in TUCSON! Crazy!!! It's below freezing at 10:30AM!!

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

Mben wrote:

The sun is out, shining as bright as ever and it is 27 degrees at 10:30 AM in TUCSON! Crazy!!! It's below freezing at 10:30AM!!

Wow, if I went to Arizona for a vacation, and it was the temperature you just described, I would be less than thrilled. lol

What a cruel joke for it to be that temp in Arizona. Some things just arent right. lol

Thanks everyone for your help with the weather thread, and making it a success.

Didnt I tell you it would be fun? lol

Pam

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Ben, being a soft water technician, had mega calls from all over the city today regarding broken water pipes. Tucsonians just don't know how to deal with the cold. lol

We covered our pipes here at home and we knew to leave the water running a bit through the night.

Tonight is going to be even colder than last night. We are expected to hit 15 degrees tonight. Isn't that nuts?!?!

Oh and speaking of coming to AZ for vacation, the Gem and Mineral show is going on right now (suppose to be the largest in the world every year) and they expect dismal attendance because of the cold. :(

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

Today: Partly sunny, with a high near 25. Southwest wind between 14 and 16 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.

Tonight: A 20 percent chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 17. Southwest wind between 10 and 15 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.

My lovely forecast for Mid Michigan today. The sun will shine, and I am soooo thankful for that.

Was absolutley freezing last night, my furnace couldnt catch a break. As soon as it shut off, back on it came within minutes. Ohhh, the joy of heat bills. Just paid my last months heat bill. Was $270 last month, and this next months will be out any day. lol

The crazy thing is , is that my house is little. I cant imagine what people who live in a BIG house pay for heat in weather like this. doh

How is the weather in Arizona Mben? How about you PSP? Are either of you getting any warmth yet?

Pam

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

Ohhhhh, I just had to add this......

They are still cleaning up all the snow from the storm. Snow plow went thru to widen the road, and plowed me in. bleh

I cant believe my luck. lol

Looks like I'll be able to use that snow shovel after all.

Pam

Mben · Status: Offline

PMM2008 wrote:
How is the weather in Arizona Mben?

We are starting our warming trend. Gonna be 50 degrees for the high today and by Tuesday, we are expected to reach 70 degrees. That's more like it. biggrin

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

Well, after checking the forecast today we are once again expecting snow. Nothing like last time thank goodness, but enough to slicken up the roads for sure.

It will come Sunday and Sunday night.

As of 4PM on Sunday I will be tucked away in the warm Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort to watch the big game and spin a little at halftime. hehehe

I am soooo looking forward to that. A few friends will stop by and share my free room with me, and I told them all to bring food and beer. lol

(Why should I use my comp dollars to feed them right?) haha

As for today it is simply another long winter day, no sun, no warmth, no break from it at all. The snow piles are everywhere, and it makes it hard to see when your driving and pulling out into traffic. bleh

On a good note, it is already February, and we will start to think of Spring before to long. We have to concentrate on that around here, or we go a little crazy. lol

Pam

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This Afternoon: Occasional snow, mainly after 1pm. High near 33. Southwest wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Total daytime snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.

Tonight: Occasional snow. Low around 22. Southwest wind 5 to 9 mph becoming northwest. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of around an inch possible.

Same ol'e same o'le weather........Sighhhhh

Pam

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PMM2008 wrote:

Same ol'e same o'le weather........Sighhhhh

Pam

Yeah, same here - High of 74 today. Will this brutal winter EVER end? thumb

Mben · Status: Offline

I was sitting out on the porch earlier and starting breaking a sweat. That is either a good thing or a bad thing. lol

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

About 2 inches of snow fell last night, and it made all my errands I had to do in this AM, a SLOW GO.

It is amazing to me. When we got 10 inches, the roads were cleared in just hours, yet we get 2 inches, and the roads remain lousy, and I see no salt or plow trucks of any kind. confuse

Just on and off snow showers for the rest of the day. Thank goodness. Gonna get cold though, low tonight in the single digits. Brrrrr.

Pam

PSP · Status: Offline

It only got up to 82 here today - I'm asking for a refund ....

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

PSP wrote:

It only got up to 82 here today - I'm asking for a refund ....

I woke up to 5 whole degrees this morning. The snow crunches when you walk on it, and if you breath thru your nose, your breath freezes inside of it. Joy Joy.

You simply dont leave the house without your gloves, or you'll be struggling for sure.

I wear my boots more than my shoes, and although a hat gives me a "BAD HAIR DAY" I opt to wear one in this weather.

The joys of winter here in Michigan.

Pam

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

Today: Mostly sunny, with a temperature falling to around 13 by 5pm. Wind chill values as low as -1. West wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.

Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around -2. Wind chill values as low as -11. West wind between 7 and 10 mph becoming calm.

The word today is WIND CHILL:

Wind chill (often popularly called the wind chill factor) is the felt air temperature on exposed skin due to wind. It measures the effect of wind on air temperature. The wind chill temperature is usually lower than the air temperature, since the air temperature is usually lower than the human body temperature.

All that being said, "Wind Chill is a Bad word. lol

Pam

Mben · Status: Offline

What's the difference between 0 and -11 as far as a temperature? They are both freaking cold!!!!!!!! lol

Sorry Pam, my "wind chill" today will be about 63 degrees and 76 degrees by Sun. Brrrrrrr!!!! tongue

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

Mben wrote:

What's the difference between 0 and -11 as far as a temperature? They are both freaking cold!!!!!!!!

lol lol lol

I couldnt agree more.

There is no difference as far as I am concerned. You simply DO NOT go outside for any reason unless the house is on fire, or your bleeding. lol

Try to manage in that cool 63 degrees Mben. tongue

Pam

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Wind Chill is for wimps! thumb

The wind chill here is in the 60s - is it even possible to get colder than that? roll

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

PSP wrote:

Wind Chill is for wimps!

The wind chill here is in the 60s - is it even possible to get colder than that?

Ohhhhhh, I assure you it can indeed get colder than that my friend. lol

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

Sitting at a big "0" degrees this morning.

Wind chill is like 20 below, lol

I dont care anymore. I just know it is cold.

However, there is a shining light next week. Supposed to get up into the 40's by next Thursday.

Hey, it aint much, but I'll take it.

Pam

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Today: Partly sunny, with a high near 31. West northwest wind between 14 and 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.

Tonight: Snow. Steady temperature around 28. Southwest wind between 9 and 11 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.

I cant believe as cold as it has been, when the temp reaches 31, it is time for a celebration. It actually feels warm to me. Funny what we get used to when we have no choice.

All this snow will begin to melt at 31 degrees, and then tonight, we get 2 more inches. hahahah Whatever.

This morning the sun is shining, and that is always a good thing.

Pam

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RE: What's Your Weather Today?

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Mben · Status: Offline

RE: What's Your Weather Today? ...............

My weather is BEAUTIFUL! I don't know WHETHER I should go for a dip in the pool or have a picnic at the park.

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

RE: What's Your Weather Today?

belgamo · Status: Offline

AH a beautiful day ahead low 70's and sunny!

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

Woke up to freezing drizzle. Not good. Everything outside has a thin layer of ice on it. Makes for some not so fun driving this morning, however I did see a salt truck go by and that is promising.

Going to get up into the 40's today. Now that is a serious heatwave in these parts, this time of year. I'll take it.

The sun promises to shine today, and with a high of 40 some, I'll think I went to sleep and woke up in Florida. lol

Still tossing around moving to Florida. I have some family down there, and I am tired of Winter here.

Pam

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Not all is perfect in paradise. We are getting precipitation here today - ours stays liquid though thumb

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

Today: A 40 percent chance of showers. Cloudy, with a high near 54. South southwest wind between 11 and 13 mph.

Tonight: Rain likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 39. Southwest wind between 11 and 17 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

54? I'll take it.

Woke up this morning and stepped outside. Felt almost balmy compared to what we have been having in the past month. The snow is melting rapidly, and I see bare patches of ground. Dont you know of course it is going to rain today to ruin my enjoyment of the warmer temps.

In situations like this, I must step back and be thankful that the percipitation is in liquid form, and not SNOW. lol

Pam

-- Edited by PMM2008 on Thursday 17th of February 2011 09:45:27 AM

Mben · Status: Offline

Sunny with the chance of meatballs ............ I mean rain. lol

Looks like whatever is hitting PSP is gonna hit us today but only a 20% chance.

Yesterday we were in the low 70's and today thru Sat we will be in the high 60's.

Sunday's high is only 58 degrees! Crazy temps we have been having lately.

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

Today...Mostly sunny...then becoming partly sunny late. Windy. highs 41 to 45. West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 40 mph.

Tonight...Partly cloudy early...then becoming mostly clear. Windy. lows 19 to 23. West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 40 mph through 10 pm...diminishing to 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph...then turning to northwest late.

Batten down the hatches (and garbage cans) The wind is a gonna blowwwww.

Looking ahead to Sunday the weather seems to be turning ugly again.

Stay tuned for sleet, snow, and freezing drizzle all rolled up into one. bleh

Gawd I am tired of Michigan Winters.

Pam

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

Sunday: Snow, mainly after noon. High near 28. East southeast wind between 7 and 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches possible.

Sunday Night: Snow. Low around 22. Blustery, with a east northeast wind between 15 and 20 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of 3 to 7 inches possible.

Been watching the weather report pretty close again for the next winter storm thats going to roll thru. Promises to be nasty one. doh

Looks like Ill be calling on my neighbor again to snow plow my driveway, as anything over 3 inches is tuff to shovel.

Yesterday the wind blew so hard it rattled the windows, turned much colder, and re-froze all the standing water.

Florida is sounding better and better. thumb

Pam

Mben · Status: Offline

We're waiting for the rain to hit today.

It's gonna ruin our plans for a get together today so I made a pot of soup which is ready already. So where's the dang rain? lol

PMM2008 · Status: Offline

Today: Snow after 1pm. High near 30. East southeast wind between 7 and 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Total daytime snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible.

Tonight: Snow. Low around 21. Blustery, with a east northeast wind between 15 and 21 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 3 to 7 inches possible.

Washington's Birthday: Snow likely. Cloudy, with a high near 21. Blustery, with a northeast wind between 18 and 22 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.

Geesh:

Is that a dreadful forecast or what? lol

I am off to the Casino tonight for my free room, so let it snow. Wont have to deal with it till I have to come home tomorrow.

All of you who are going to deal with this dreaded snow as I am, hunker down, and stay warm and safe.

If you put your snow shovel away already, time to dig it back out. lol

Pam

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Well, sure enough, just as the weatherman promised, we got dumped on. doh

More shoveling, icy roads, and cold cold temps.

I actually slid into a curb yesterday, blew a tire from the icy roads. (And I consider myself an excellent driver in snow) What a mess it turned out to be. cry

Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 25. East northeast wind between 10 and 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 6. East wind between 5 and 8 mph.

Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 32. Wind chill values as low as -2. South southeast wind between 6 and 9 mph.

Today is sunny but colddddd. I have been having my car worked on by a shade tree mechanic, and after I get it back today from the tire shop, I have to get a new starter put in. That too is dying fast because of the cold weather. The rod wont engage when it is cold, and all I get is a whining noise. lol

Just the way I feel too in the cold. lol

Pam

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PMM2008 wrote:

Well, sure enough, just as the weatherman promised, we got dumped on.

More shoveling, icy roads, and cold cold temps.

I actually slid into a curb yesterday, blew a tire from the icy roads. (And I consider myself an excellent driver in snow) What a mess it turned out to be.

Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 25. East northeast wind between 10 and 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 6. East wind between 5 and 8 mph.

Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 32. Wind chill values as low as -2. South southeast wind between 6 and 9 mph.

Today is sunny but colddddd. I have been having my car worked on by a shade tree mechanic, and after I get it back today from the tire shop, I have to get a new starter put in. That too is dying fast because of the cold weather. The rod wont engage when it is cold, and all I get is a whining noise. Just the way I feel too in the cold.

Pam

Oh, you mean like this post? laughhard

(running for cover)

Just joking! tongue

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Sunny Hot 88 will be our High today tongue

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SPADEAHOLIC wrote:

Sunny Hot 88 will be our High today

tongue tongue tongue

Cold today with on and off snow showers. High of 30.

My move to Florida will happen before Fall of this year. I am considering Ft. Myers Florida.

Tired of these Michigan Winters that last from Oct-April.

When Summer is here, it goes by so fast, it is like a long weekend. lol

Florida, Here I come.

pam

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Sunny and 65, 63, 70, 67 and 49 for the rest of the week, respectively.

WHAT?!?!?! 49 for the high on Sunday?!?!? I can't take this kooky weather no more.

Oh wait! Yes, I can! At least I am not shoveling snow like some people! tongue

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I just about froze to death at that lacrosse tournament in Santa Barbara over the weekend. It was raining the whole time (about 3" worth), low to mid 40s and 25+mph winds

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I just about froze to death at that lacrosse tournament in Santa Barbara over the weekend. It was raining the whole time (about 3" worth), low to mid 40s and 25+mph winds

Ewwww, that does indeed sound miserable to being outside in for more than 1 minute. disbelief

When it is raining, and the wind blows that hard? It is actually raining sideways. IT SUCKS.

Sorry it rained on the tournament PSP.

Hoping for better weather for next time for you.

Pam

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... and we were typically out there for 3-5 hours at a time.

Good parent or dumba$$?

Tough call thumb

FWIW, about half the team was sick today

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Today: Partly sunny, with a high near 36. Northwest wind around 6 mph.

36? A heat wave. I will not have to wear 3 sets of clothes when I go outside for more than 2 minutes. lol

Woke up to snow on the roads this morning, and tonight promises another dusting again, but nothing major like the 8-10 inches we have been getting. Phewww.

I wish I could say Spring was right around the corner, but around here we get nasty weather until late March.

Pam

Someone share with me a nice weather forecast, so I can dream a little dream. lol

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Today: Periods of snow showers. High near 28. South southwest wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Total daytime snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.

Tonight: Periods of snow. Low around 17. South southeast wind around 6 mph becoming calm. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.

More snow for us today. Not alot, just enough to say we got some. haha.

Sunday looks good. Thats the day I drive to the land casino at night for my free money, dollarsign

and I just hate driving in the snow and ice. It is a 25 minute trip, one way, and it gets much much longer when the roads are icy.

Wishing everyone has better weather than mine. lol

Pam

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Lot of ball sweat that answer your question? 86 97% humidity

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Lot of ball sweat that answer your question? 86 97% humidity

Sorry about your luck Spade. lol

Sounds awful.

And thanks for sharing. laughhard

Pam

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I'm feeling cheated!

The local weater people have been pumping up the storm that we had last night and today as the MOAS (Mother of all storms) with 3" of rain and possible snow showers for the first time in decades!

We got an inch of rain last and it is partly cloudy with the temp in the mid 50s at the moment

BFD!

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Today: A chance of flurries and freezing drizzle before noon. Patchy fog before noon. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a high near 34. South wind between 5 and 8 mph.

Tonight: Snow, possibly mixed with sleet before 10pm, then rain and snow, possibly mixed with sleet between 10pm and 4am, then snow, possibly mixed with sleet after 4am. Low around 29. South wind 5 to 10 mph becoming north. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow and sleet accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible.

Monday: Snow likely, possibly mixed with freezing drizzle, mainly before 1pm. Cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 33. North northwest wind between 10 and 15 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Little or no ice accumulation expected. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.

Okay..........Is that not a nasty forecast or what!!! doh

Looks like my trip to the casino tonight for my free money will have to be postponed. I'm not driving in that nasty stuff.

Woke up to new snow this morning again as well. Sighhhhhh.

Pam

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"What's Your Weather Today?"

Well, check it out for yourself! A picture is worth a thousand words!

http://www.nodepositforum.com/forum.spark?aBID=89469&topicID=41406995&p=3

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Good thing it was a weekend, kids might not have had school with all that snow you received. lol

Really enjoyed your pics, you live in a beautiful area.

Pam

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PMM2008 wrote:
Good thing it was a weekend, kids might not have had school with all that snow you received.

It was nothing compared to Michigan snow but that little bit of snow could have shut down TUSD (Tucson Unified School District) schools for the whole week! lol JK

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PMM2008 wrote:

This is my old hoopty buried this morning.

The school is across the street, which is of course closed today.

Between the end of my driveway, and the school is a road, yet it is hard to realize that, as it is all snow too.

Pam

-- Edited by PMM2008 on Wednesday 2nd of February 2011 10:47:29 AM

Please oh please remove this picture well now both of them this one and your origanl lol

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Bright and sunny today. Nothing like yesterday.

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Been Sunny for two days now. Doesnt do to much to warm up the outside, but the sunshine is so nice to see.

This weekend is gearing up right now, and I think we are in for more nasty weather.
All it says right now is snow/freezing rain/ cold temps. Ugh.

I dream each day of Florida, and when I leave Michigan and hit I-75 SOUTH. lol

Vvvrrooommmmmmm.

Pam

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Today: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 28. Wind chill values as low as zero. Southeast wind between 7 and 11 mph.

Tonight: A slight chance of snow and sleet before midnight, then a chance of snow and freezing rain. Cloudy, with a steady temperature around 25. Southeast wind between 6 and 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Friday: Rain or freezing rain, becoming all rain after 11am. High near 40. South southeast wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Little or no ice accumulation expected.

Taking a trip this weekend to see my Nephew Drake for his 2nd birthday. Looks like the weather is going to cooperate for me. It's a long trip to Detroit from here, and if the weather turns bad, I will have to cancel.

I just hate it when the weather decides for you what you are going to be able to do and not do. bleh

Pam

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Sunny, sunny and sunny here today with a high of 79 wonderful degrees. It's actually going to be in the mid to upper 70's for a whole week more. We had snow 5 days ago and now these temps.

We have had some crazy weather this winter, that's for sure and I probably wouldn't have noticed it all like I have without this thread, Pam. Cool thread!

Snow, snow, go away. Come again some other day! Like when it's NOT Drake's birthday! Happy Birthday little man!

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Where have all my weather watchers been? No new weather updates for 4 days... cry

Here is a look at my nasty weather forecast for the next 36 hours.

Tonight: A chance of snow and sleet after 3am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 25. East wind around 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Wednesday: Snow, possibly mixed with freezing rain and sleet before noon, then rain and snow. High near 39. Breezy, with a east southeast wind between 13 and 21 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Little or no ice accumulation expected. New snow and sleet accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.

March is known for bad weather in Michigan. It is trying to warm up, yet Winter has not released its ugly grip, so we end up getting a mixture of Rain, freezing rain, snow, sleet, etc. Very bad news alot of the time.

When I see a forecast like this, I then move on and check Floridas weather, lol

and I feel better knowing I will be there this time next year.

Pam

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Well, Winter refuses to let go of its grip it has on the area. Woke up today to snow, alot of wind, and cold temps. Later today we should see 40 though.

Today: Scattered snow showers before noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 41. Breezy, with a northwest wind between 16 and 23 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Tonight: A slight chance of snow and freezing rain after 3am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 26. West northwest wind 7 to 11 mph becoming south southeast. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Saturday: A chance of rain, snow, and freezing rain before 7am, then a chance of rain and snow. Cloudy, with a high near 39. Breezy, with a south wind 9 to 12 mph becoming west between 20 and 23 mph. Winds could gust as high as 32 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Saturday Night: A chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 26. Breezy, with a west northwest wind between 11 and 20 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Spring....Where are youuuuu????

Pam

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Will this brutal winter EVER end? I mean, it's only supposed to be upper 70s today instead of the low 80s ...

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PSP wrote:

Will this brutal winter EVER end? I mean, it's only supposed to be upper 70s today instead of the low 80s ...

PSP, you always make me laugh when you say stuff like that.

My weather here in Mid Michigan just cannot seem to warm up, or stop with the icy percipitation.

Today: A chance of rain or freezing rain before 10am, then rain and snow showers likely. Cloudy, with a steady temperature around 37. Breezy, with a southwest wind 8 to 11 mph increasing to between 17 and 20 mph. Winds could gust as high as 29 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Little or no ice accumulation expected. Total daytime snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.

Tonight: A chance of snow showers. Cloudy, with a low around 28. West northwest wind between 8 and 18 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Sunday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 37. North northwest wind between 7 and 9 mph.

On a good note, I did a little more packing yesterday for my move to Florida in May/June.

Went thru all my clothes, and got rid of many many heavy winter coats and sweatshirts I no longer wore. I said to myself " I will never need these again where I am going." It made me smile. smile

As a side note, was able to give the clothes away to a woman that really needed them. I was delighted that they will go to good use.

Pam

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so brr cold this morning nust be 64 tongue

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Ohhhhh, lucky day....

We will have sunshine and hit 40 whopping degrees. Melt this nasty dirty snow away. bleh

This whole coming week it promises to be decent for us, as far as decent can get in Michigan for March. lol

Trust me, there is good reason to be happy when it reaches 40 degrees. It has been so cold for so long you get thrilled to see a break in the freezing temps. thumb

Pam

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Mid 80's for the highs this week and mid 40's for the lows. Absolutely gorgeous weather.

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