We are expecting a blizzard here in southern New Hampshire. They are saying this could be the biggest storm in 10 years. It is also the 35th anniversary of the Blizzard of 78. I was 15 years old that year. My family was very poor and we lived near the ocean in Gloucester, Massachusetts. This is where the movie "The Perfect Storm" takes place. I can remember how unprepared we were back then. We didn't have much food, and we had even less money. I am so thankful for what my family has now. The wood is piled high in the mudroom. The fridge is full. We don't have a generator, but we can always put the food in coolers outside and cook on the grill. I feel safe and snug. Of course, I don't know if I'll feel the same when the toilets won't flush anymore!
See that little purple oval below. That's us. Right smack dab in the middle of it! That yellow arrow is pointing almost directly at my house!
I love living in New England. I love the weather. The snow, the cold, the humid summers and gorgeous falls. I can't imagine living anywhere else. So bring it on. We're ready for you Nemo!
The Nemo is so cute. I hope you stay safe. We're in Maryland and I'd be lying if I said I wasn't glad it wasn't passing us!
ReplyDeleteLaurie, glad you are missed it. Stay safe and warm!
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Wow - I grocery shop in Glousta every week! Small world :) We are expecting quite a bit here on the bottom tip of Cape Ann... I hope you fair well up there.
ReplyDeleteWow Karen, that is wicked cool! Haha. I used to shop at Cape Ann Market years ago. It is no longer there, well the building is, but it is another grocery store. My family is still in Glousta, so I go there often. How much snow did you end up with?
DeleteAre you still taking a break from blogging Karen?
Deletebrrr. The Nemo is cute and you sound ready. Stay safe and warm!
ReplyDeleteThank you Cecilia! Nemo was pretty good to us! Could have been much worse.
DeleteWe are experiencing the blizzard right now. All the schools are closed down, roads are closed. I have been hearing/reading about car accidents all day....who would leave their homes...not me!! Stay warm and cozy my friend. Diane
ReplyDeleteHi Diane. We all stayed in, except my oldest son who drives a plow. I couldn't believe the photos out of Long Island with people having to sleep in their cars. I don't know what it takes to make people listen - oh yes I do, do like Massachusetts and ban driving. They faced up to a year in prison, and a $500 fine. There was NO ONE on the roads.
DeleteI remember the blizzard of 78(I was 19)...it hit us hard here in Ohio too. I hope that you stay safe and warm from this blizzard.
ReplyDelete~Cindy
Hi Cindy! My town was at a stand still for over a week in '78. We've come a long way since then with our weather forecasts and warnings. I am always prepared now!
DeleteHope you are staying warm and safe. Here in Maine at 3:00am, the storm is really amping up and it's coming down hard and fast.
ReplyDeleteHello my fellow New Englander! How did you fare up there in Maine? We used to go up to Eastport for the 4th of July week. I LOVE Maine!
DeleteHope you are snugged down and doing fine.
ReplyDeleteI know your part of the country well. My daughter and I visited York a few years ago, home to some of my original ancestors. New Hampshire is the most beautiful state in the union!
Karen from Canada
Hi Karen from Canada! I meet a lot of Canadians here in New Hampshire. We are a straight shot down route 93 from you. So glad you love New Hampshire. I agree with you, it is beautiful here!
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