What's outside of your picture window today?

@gingerw. Gosh, Ginger, so very stressful for you. You're well prepared, in case. Good for you. We're all thinking of you at Mayo Connect, and wishing everything doesn't turn into a further plight for you. Big virtual hug. Laurie

@artist01 It is normal around here to be prepared, for any situation. If we need law enforcement, they are 45 minutes away if not not on another call. Closest good medical is about 45 minutes south, but we do have airflight set up here in town, since we still have one mill running. Small town living at its best!
Ginger

@ginger. I know, Ginger. We were always prepared - all summer long, as you probably have to be too. But I loved the small town of Summerland, just as you love your small town living!
Where I now live, we have the double danger of forest fires and earthquakes. I have an emergency earthquake backpack containing the recommended necessary items, sitting right at my front door and ready for a quick exit. When I had my dog, I also packed all his needs for the recommended 3 days' survival. Nowadays, with my mobility issues, etc., I might just have to stay home and tough it out. After all, I'm 86 so have had my long life. Lol

@loribmt what a beauty Riley is against the breathtaking background. He sits very proudly. I am glad you had the opportunity to experience all the joy of having him. I am sure he appreciated you. The most difficult with a pet is losing them. The years with them go by so quickly. We( my husband and I) try to spend as much time as we can with ours. I had met a friend of mine 33 years ago who always had a cat and a dog. As soon as she lost a pet she would tell me sternly she was through with animals and would never get another. Bless her heart. A few months later she would find another cat or dog. I remember all her animals. Sadly my friend died this year at 93. Til the very end she owned a cat and a dog. Her son adopted those animals but look at all those lives she enriched. I am sure all those animals enriched her life as well. Where would we be without our animals?

Just looking at Riley's photo my heart swelled thinking of my loving pets that have passed on and went up to Rainbow Bridge. Such wonderful memories ae good for our mental health. Thank you.

@gingerw I would be a nervous wreck living like you do. When I heard of the heat out your way I wondered how things are-now I know. Take care and I can tell you are prepared or as much as one can be under the circumstances.

Good job. Don't forget medicines and some favorite foods. You may also need proof of residency to return. That check is always done to keep looters out. I kind of knew you would be on it. Good luck......

And I almost forgot......documents and favorite photos.

I don't think you are talking about me with the extra heat. Because with my pancytopenia (anemia) I go outside in the mid day and bask in the sun to warm up. Quite enjoyable. Thank you Florida.

@peach414144 its so nice to hear from you again! I love how you can go outside mid-day and bask in the sun. Winters and your anemia must be difficult, i imagine. Hopefully you live in a sunny place!