tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7341912661779864632.post2155630778017951527..comments2024-03-29T10:03:11.345-04:00Comments on Cheryl's Frugal Corner: TIPS to Stay Warm and SafeCheryl Kimbleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06485771676254429681noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7341912661779864632.post-82360642420398155952021-02-18T15:59:29.432-05:002021-02-18T15:59:29.432-05:00It is really scary for all those southern folks. ...It is really scary for all those southern folks. We all prepare for the worst and hope for the best - but I guess a lot don't. Most think nothing will happen to them.<br /><br />Oh how scary on the slide off - glad you are OK and how nice of the AAA guys. Stay safe! Warmer days are just ahead!Cheryl Kimbleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06485771676254429681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7341912661779864632.post-62057321004224251402021-02-18T11:46:42.259-05:002021-02-18T11:46:42.259-05:00Lots of really good and practical advice! This sn...Lots of really good and practical advice! This snow storm has indeed caused all sorts of problems. In a state that is mostly warm and sunny (like Texas), this sort of weather causes issues that the folks are ill-equipped to handle. I asked my daughter if they had food and she said yes. They have a gas stove and gas water heater. Her husband lit the stove (which you can do if the electricity out and the igniter won't work) so she could cook. Apparently lots of folks have burst water pipes. What a nightmare for them! Generators can be useful, that's for sure. So many people don't have the cash to stock up much, if at all. Some people don't believe that anything bad will happen. We never know what will happen so why not be prepared? We not always be able to jump in the car and go to the store whenever we want.<br /><br />We were headed through the neighborhood to go to IU West for my mammogram appointment. I said to my husband that I thought we should go the other way to hit Rockville Road. The van slid off into a deep ditch but AAA was able to get it out and even drove the van back to our house. Nice fellows and very professional.<br /> Donnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10328333345401673320noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7341912661779864632.post-78788235755402922832021-02-18T06:35:07.039-05:002021-02-18T06:35:07.039-05:00No heat source is the harshest. It would be diffi...No heat source is the harshest. It would be difficult to stay warm.<br />I understand there are those who can't afford a big stockpile - but I would hope they would spend maybe $5 a week to add a little extra here and there for an emergency. I know things can be hard for people. Hopefully things warm up there and people can get back to normal.<br />So many weather events can cause havoc, nature can be awfully nasty at times.Cheryl Kimbleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06485771676254429681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7341912661779864632.post-26204697588946060342021-02-18T06:30:17.926-05:002021-02-18T06:30:17.926-05:00A generator of some kind is really a must to survi...A generator of some kind is really a must to survive. You may not need it often - but when you do it is wonderful.<br />Glad you made it home safely! Stay warm.Cheryl Kimbleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06485771676254429681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7341912661779864632.post-30309608297126544372021-02-18T06:28:46.913-05:002021-02-18T06:28:46.913-05:00I know and it is so sad. No heat in such extreme ...I know and it is so sad. No heat in such extreme temps is just brutal - so much can go wrong. I heard 50's and 60's there in a day or so, but needless to say they need to stay warm in between.<br />Yes, winter has been brutal this year - and all at once. <br />Thanks and be safe.Cheryl Kimbleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06485771676254429681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7341912661779864632.post-24701576632425107012021-02-18T06:26:31.006-05:002021-02-18T06:26:31.006-05:00Weather has been crazy for sure. Glad you are sta...Weather has been crazy for sure. Glad you are staying safe and please be careful.<br />It is snowing here again this morning. UGH Predictions say 40's for mid next week! Sure something to look forward to.<br /><br />You would have thought 2020 would have taught lots of lessons - but it doesn't seem to have. I totally understand what you mean. Yes, they had warnings - it really is crazy how so many people think "not me".<br />I and you and our group - doesn't have to say "oh no, I need milk, TP, eggs, junk food, etc." We either have it or know an alternative. Being prepared has it's perks!<br />Take care.Cheryl Kimbleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06485771676254429681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7341912661779864632.post-17506811807588582682021-02-18T06:21:42.632-05:002021-02-18T06:21:42.632-05:00Thanks for that tip. I have good and bad about th...Thanks for that tip. I have good and bad about that. Some say it works great others say nay. It sure has to help some, and any heat would be wonderful if yours is out.<br /> Cheryl Kimbleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06485771676254429681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7341912661779864632.post-58374067641107762752021-02-18T01:12:38.744-05:002021-02-18T01:12:38.744-05:00People with disposable income can stock up on supp...People with disposable income can stock up on supplies. People in homes with fireplaces for heat are also lucky. But let's not forget the hourly workers who cannot get to their jobs, who can't afford to stockpile and who live in apartments with no fireplaces or heat source. Live can be hard during weather events.Eileen in Fla.https://www.blogger.com/profile/16268128643948167777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7341912661779864632.post-82358700077631914212021-02-18T01:01:30.284-05:002021-02-18T01:01:30.284-05:00We came home to 9 inches of snow. But we are safe...We came home to 9 inches of snow. But we are safe and warm. I feel bad for the people in Texas. We had no other heat source in this house and that is scary. We could cook outside with propane. Might have to consider a generator.Out My windowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13456481267171643227noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7341912661779864632.post-26187717406192205972021-02-17T23:25:25.555-05:002021-02-17T23:25:25.555-05:00Good advice about staying home and staying in but ...Good advice about staying home and staying in but the staying warm part is a little hard for the people in TX. Gotta feel for them. Thanks for all the tips though. Winter can be brutal. Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14705051302775964418noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7341912661779864632.post-63769536269438742042021-02-17T19:01:26.083-05:002021-02-17T19:01:26.083-05:00Lots of great advice! I was listening to a news r...Lots of great advice! I was listening to a news report from Texas today on Youtube and they said that Dallas was colder than Moscow! I feel so sorry for all those people without power.<br />We had some snow yesterday so walking today was a bit messy and I had to be extra careful as I walk with a cane but I have good boots and the roads and sidewalks had been plowed so i wasn't so bad - and yes, we are used to it. More snow is due over the next couple of days so I am going to spend some time indoors and get some cooking done. It looks as though there should be a break in the weather on Saturday so I'll get out for a walk then.<br />I understand people in the south not being ready for the snow or bitter cold but I don't quite understand why so many people seemed to be in line for groceries. Where have they been for the past year! I don't mean to be unkind but it did rather shock me that they seemed to be so very unprepared - especially since this weather had been predicted well ahead of time. It just worries me that so many still don't think that emergency preps need to be done. I hope it warms up soon. Stay safe Cheryl (your critters too).Margie from Torontohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10103835021764804099noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7341912661779864632.post-77882889294963402792021-02-17T18:47:20.832-05:002021-02-17T18:47:20.832-05:00Candles give off heat. A grouping of them and a te...Candles give off heat. A grouping of them and a terra cotta plant pot upside down on top is like a small oven... Just make sure it is on something that is not flammable, or that you have some type of potholder underneath to protect your table.<br /><br />God bless. Jackiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16051183778965359500noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7341912661779864632.post-80193277437200482472021-02-17T17:08:37.972-05:002021-02-17T17:08:37.972-05:00Great idea! If stranded - any heat would be appre...Great idea! If stranded - any heat would be appreciated.<br />ThanksCheryl Kimbleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06485771676254429681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7341912661779864632.post-20951215937838233542021-02-17T16:47:09.704-05:002021-02-17T16:47:09.704-05:00Hi Cheryl. Another tip from someone in the frozen ...Hi Cheryl. Another tip from someone in the frozen north. Keep one or two empty cans along with candles and waterproof matches or one of those butane lighters in the car. Put a candle in the can and light it. These will give heat inside your car. JeanLife In The Seniors Lanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18186161053521494126noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7341912661779864632.post-10257332181197508682021-02-17T10:51:23.700-05:002021-02-17T10:51:23.700-05:00Well thank you so much!
I love having you here. E...Well thank you so much!<br />I love having you here. ENJOYCheryl Kimbleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06485771676254429681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7341912661779864632.post-22716112598123169982021-02-17T10:15:07.550-05:002021-02-17T10:15:07.550-05:00I really enjoy reading your blog, thanks for posti...I really enjoy reading your blog, thanks for posting!Just Got To Eathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00168415610289825430noreply@blogger.com