Ouch - The Dreaded Ice

**Asiel** · 02-01-2011, 10:42 AM

OUCH big time Ellie-- I know exactly how that feels, did the same thing a few yrs ago and you can bet I never set foot on anything that looks "just wet". I remember laying there freezing with drizzle falling on me and the dogs going crazy and howling because I couldn't get up. A few cracked vertebrae from that experience.
I'll keep my fingers crossed that you didn't do any serious damage to that newly operated back , that would be no picnic after what you've been through.
Please keep those eyes open and your feet solidly planted until you check the conditions.

**Karen** · 02-01-2011, 10:53 AM

I dread ice, and am glad when it snows instead. I am hoping the vaunted "rain/snow line" stays South of here, as it is theoretically supposed to do.

I'd tell you "be careful," Pomtzu, but I guess it's too late for this time!

**Laura's Babies** · 02-01-2011, 11:09 AM

((((HUGS)))) OWIE!!

I have memories from my childhood of icy steps... I am scared of ice!!

**lizbud** · 02-01-2011, 12:33 PM

How are you feeling now Ellie? Sometimes after the shock of the fall is
over, the pain really starts to set in. Can you get someone to spread de-icer
around your steps for you? Can the pups get around on the ice pretty good?

We had all freezing rain last night and everything outside is covered in
ice. No snow, all ice.

We are supposed to get more freezing rain today
and tonight.

**pomtzu** · 02-01-2011, 12:58 PM

Originally Posted by lizbud

How are you feeling now Ellie? Sometimes after the shock of the fall is
over, the pain really starts to set in. Can you get someone to spread de-icer
around your steps for you? Can the pups get around on the ice pretty good?

We had all freezing rain last night and everything outside is covered in
ice. No snow, all ice.

We are supposed to get more freezing rain today
and tonight.

I'm sore, but I know it will be worse tomorrow. My son put down Ice Melt before he left for work. He doesn't even know I fell - he would have read me the riot act for not waiting for him to take them out. I'm surprised he didn't hear the thud, but their bedroom is on the opposite end of the house and he was busy getting ready to leave for work, so I lucked out!

The pups don't do good on ice, and they just go out in the yard to "graze". It's getting up and down the steps that's a challenge, and that's why I have to carry Old Lady Myndi. Poor girl didn't know what to think this morning after she went flying out of my arms. She just stood on the patio, looking at me sitting on the step, and had the most bewildered look on her face - almost like "Why did you throw me down the steps Mom???" Thank goodness she wasn't hurt.

We will get rain and/or ice thru the night tonight too. I am so hoping for rain. Hey - I'll even take snow rather than ice. I'm thinking rain tho, since we are close to the coast and the forecast is saying probably rain for this area.

**cassiesmom** · 02-01-2011, 02:32 PM

Originally Posted by Laura's Babies

((((HUGS)))) OWIE!!

I have memories from my childhood of icy steps... I am scared of ice!!

I am too, more so than snow. (((HUGS))) Take good care!

When I was going home from work last night, it seemed to be misting/sleeting, but whatever was falling (rain? snow?) was freezing as it hit my windshield! I had the defroster going full blast so I could see where it was going. It was the strangest thing.

**kaycountrygal** · 02-01-2011, 06:02 PM

Oh, dear, So sorry to hear about your fall on ice. Hope you and you doggy will be ok. We've had bad ice storms in NC in years past & one small one this year & I know how bad it can be. I have a suggestion & this is something that I do when I think it's slick outside. I did it our last ice/snow in Jan.

Get some BIG oversized socks and put them on OVER your shoes. The socks sort of stick to the ice & it makes walking easier if you have to go outside... but still, be very careful. I guess it would be best to not go outside but I understand the dogs have to go. Kay in NC, T Feb 2 2011

**anna_66** · 02-01-2011, 06:13 PM

Oh gosh, those slips and falls can be bad. I hope you didn't mess anything up and are only sore for a couple day.

**chocolatepuppy** · 02-01-2011, 07:55 PM

I hope you're doing alright. Ice starting here now.

**lizbud** · 02-03-2011, 12:07 PM

Originally Posted by kaycountrygal

Oh, dear, So sorry to hear about your fall on ice. Hope you and you doggy will be ok. We've had bad ice storms in NC in years past & one small one this year & I know how bad it can be. I have a suggestion & this is something that I do when I think it's slick outside. I did it our last ice/snow in Jan.

Get some BIG oversized socks and put them on OVER your shoes. The socks sort of stick to the ice & it makes walking easier if you have to go outside... but still, be very careful. I guess it would be best to not go outside but I understand the dogs have to go. Kay in NC, T Feb 2 2011

Kay, Can't thank you enough for this idea.

It worked great for me.

I needed some cat litter which I had stored in my detached garage but
the backyard is a sheet of ice. I tried the socks over shoes & it worked
out fine. Me & the kitties are very happy.

**pomtzu** · 02-03-2011, 12:44 PM

That's a great idea with the socks - I'll have to give it a try.

What I have is called "Get A Grip", and they are stretchable rubber with a few metal cleats embedded in the bottom (in the center of the blue areas pictured) You just pull them on over the toe and heel of your shoes or boots. They came in a nylon pouch, so lots of times I just toss them in my purse when I go out, if I will be going shopping and don't know the condition of the parking lots at the stores.

I had to wear them in the yard this morning - just to get out to my car. All the melting slush from yesterday is now frozen solid.