Snowmageddon Is a Comin'

[elrhiarhodan]

I know I shouldn't be surprised that bitter Winter is still looking for a seat at the table, but after the mostly mild one we've had, I am kind of wound up about SuperSnowStorm Stella (STELLA!!!!!!!) bearing down on the Northeast.

I think, because in my head, it's springtime already - the clocks went ahead this past Sunday, I've seen the (plot) bunnies in my yard in the evenings, and there have been hints of yellow on the roadside forsythias.

But we're looking at 10-20 inches of snow, depending on the model. I know it's possible that we'll get nothing, but that is actually really unlikely.

At least it means a day out of the office. I'm past the point where I brave the elements to get my ass to work.

To all my peeps in the Northeast, stay safe and warm and dry. Don't go out unless it's a life or death thing. Keep inside, write plenty of fanfiction or do other perfectly wonderful and self-indulgent things.



(Pic from last Friday's snowfall)

Comments

[lq-traintracks.livejournal.com]

Wow! Stay safe, friend. I'll be thinking of you. Will you keep us posted? ♥

[elrhiarhodan]

::HUGS::

I absolutely will!

[dieastra.livejournal.com]

May I ask some questions? Can you decide just to stay home like that? Or does the office have to announce that it will be closed? Who decides this? The government?

I remember last year they did a warning and whole New York was closed but it wasn't as bad as announced and people had fun building snowmen and sledding etc.

Do you get paid for the time off? Probably not.

[elrhiarhodan]

I'll have to take a personal day, but I have plenty in the bank. And yes, there have been times when the City's proactively declared a Snow Emergency and nothing of note happens, but it's just safer that way. By declaring the closure a day early, it gives parents a chance to find child care or make plans for staying home.

I actually live in the suburbs and don't have access to underground transportation like there is in Manhattan, so anywhere I go, I have to go by car. And I'd rather have my life than a day of vacation.

[sherylyn]

Wow!! That's a gorgeous pic from last week; I hope this storm doesn't do too much damage or cause too many problems! I won't taunt you with what our weather's doing this week, but the nice temps are balanced out by *insane* pollen counts, so there's that :-P

Your weather sounds like a good excuse for more soup in your Instant Pot and lots of enjoyable TV/fanfic for company ;-)

Stay warm and safe! <3

[elrhiarhodan]

Made more soup on Saturday, so I have that ready to go. I expect that the roads will close for a few hours but will be clear by Wednesday morning. Th trick will be getting out of my driveway.

[sherylyn]

Sounds like a great plan! Stay safe and don't brave the driveway until it's safe or you have to! ;-) (Sometimes easier said than done, I know!)

[maiac.livejournal.com]

Stay safe!

We've had about 6 inches of snow, more or less, here in metro Detroit, and that's bad enough.

I knew that winter hadn't been cancelled, only back-ordered. :-(

[elrhiarhodan]

Yup, back ordered is exactly the right way to put it.

You stay safe, too.

[turtlebaby-02.livejournal.com]

Last week we had 20+ inches of snow (North of me, we only got the tail end and 8 inches here...) and this week we're expecting highs in the 60s. Spring is trying her best to fight through! I'm hoping she gets old man winter by the hoohaas and takes him down this time. ;)

[elrhiarhodan]

I hope this won't last as long as they are saying and that the warm up comes sooner than expected (it's not supposed to get inot the 40s unto next week).

How are you feeling? Been worried about you.

[turtlebaby-02.livejournal.com]

I feel pretty great, actually. And I'm doing well, all clear at the 3 month post chemo appointment. Doctor free until June as long as everything continues to feel ok. But so far so good.

And I know it's selfish. But thanks for worrying. <3

[elrhiarhodan]

{{{HUGS}}}

It's so good to hear. If you ever want to chat with another survivor, I'm around. Not posting as much here lately, but I am always lurking/reading.

[angelita26]

I definitely agree that staying home is the way to go. No reason to get out on the roads with the crazy drivers or the crazy weather.

Hope you have a good snow day! {{{{{{{{{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}

[elrhiarhodan]

{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}}

[ladyrose42.livejournal.com]

Ready for snow at my place. Did the French toast shopping of eggs, bread, and milk. Stocked up kitty supplies, especially the treats or the little girl would meow me to death. Last but not least TP. Still have rock salt from couple months ago.
Today was scheduled appointment with cardiologist with no problems. Glad I didn't have to reschedule if it has been tomorrow Thinking the hubby will be stuck at work. He works nights and his replacements will be late or no shows.

Wishing I could have my own Flash to shovel 12" plus of snow tomorrow.

[elrhiarhodan]

{{{HUGS}}}

Did my stocking up this weekend, braved the endless lines at Trader Joe's on Sunday, but House Wonderful is well stocked and I am looking forward to another unexpected day off.

[riverotter1951.livejournal.com]

Wow, that's a lot of snow.

Meanwhile in Southern CA where I overlook the San Bernardino Valley from 2500 feet up a mountain, it'll be in the high 70s or low 80s all week.

[sallymn.livejournal.com]

Oh my god. We are still - even though well into Autumn - getting daily temperatures 31-32C (high 80s F) so would happily send you some warmth if we could...)

[pooh-collector.livejournal.com]

Hope it isn't too bad and that you stay safe and warm and with electricity!

(HUGSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS)

[elrhiarhodan]

We got much less snow and much more sleet/rain than expected, but it's going to all freeze tonight. And freeze hard - it's going down to 18F. The commute tomorrow will be so pleasant.

[pooh-collector.livejournal.com]

Stay safe, even if that means a second personal day!