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    Here in the Midwest, we periodically get these kind of snow storms, but Pam yours is one that would make even a Midwesterner gasp. The nice part about living in an area that does get frequent snow is that we are ready for it. The snow plows start warming their engines at the first few flakes whenever there is a storm warning. The major roads get taken care of first and then the side streets. Problem is every time one of the snow plows goes down the street, it will push up a pile right in front of your freshly shoveled (snow blowers used mainly) driveway.

    Although we had blizzard conditions last Friday, it didn't leave much snow in the wake. The yard is white, but that is about it. I think the states to the east of us got our share and theirs as well. Sorry about that, but I don't miss the ordeal of trying to shovel to even open the back door and then a path so there is somewhere for the dogs to *go*. One year we had to use the driveway, which meant I had to go out with the dogs on leashes. It was awful because in addition to all that snow it was bitter cold.

    You all try to stay safe. Don't overdo on the shoveling. Do a little bit at a time as with the cold it is very hard on the heart.
    *Until one has loved an animal, a part of ones soul remains unawakened.* Anatole France

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    Here is a pic of Christian and Dandy watching the snowfall I have others, but they are on my husbands computer, and he is using it now...so i'll post moire snow pics later.

    Robyn










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    What a cute picture! Wow, that's a lot of snow Pam!
    Tanya, Hans, Fritz & Sparky





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    This is cruel and unusual punishment!!! I want that snow!


    Don't buy while shelter dogs die!!

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    Originally posted by mugsy
    This is cruel and unusual punishment!!! I want that snow!
    If the plow ever gets to my street I will tell him to cart it away to Indiana! I have no idea where Philadelphia is going to put all of this snow. I think in our last bad storm they had to dump some of it into the Delaware River!

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    Mugsy....

    I'll split it with you! It's dry as a bone here. We were promised 8 inches on Friday.....nothing! Every snow "just misses" us. My sister down by Peoria got our 8 inches...

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    I'll hold you to that Pam!! Do you think they'll road trip it to me???


    Don't buy while shelter dogs die!!

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    Different parts of Vermont

    Pam, there are so many different elevations to Vermont, that maybe your boss did find some snowy ski area. The further south and east you go, the more the snow fall, for this storm anyway.

    We are to get the snow this afternoon and all through tonight. It is freezing cold right now!

    I will keep you posted.

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    [QUOTE]Originally posted by Christiansmommy
    Here is a pic of Christian and Dandy watching the snowfall


    That is such a sweet picture, Robyn. I just love it.
    *Until one has loved an animal, a part of ones soul remains unawakened.* Anatole France

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    Here is a pic of our dwarf alberto spruces...they are about 3 -4 ft tall...so there is some drifting here...and yes, that is the top of a candycane...we are slackers, and havent taken doen the Christmas lights yet (husband's job )...










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    Originally posted by Christiansmommy
    ... that is the top of a candycane...
    we are slackers,
    and havent taken down the Christmas lights yet
    (husband's job )...
    Hubby otta resemble that remark...

    He's no slacker...
    He's 10 months ahead and has em UP & ready for NEXT Christmas!

    Way to go - Hubby!!
    /s/ Cinder, Smokey & Heidi

    R.I.P. ~ Boots, Bowser, Sherman, & Snoopy

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    The last prediction I heard was "at least 20 inches." We'll post some pictures maybe tomorrow, when it's supposed to taper off! Miss Hoppy went out earlier today, but when her front two feet sunk into the snow, she gave up and went back into the house in disgust!

    It;s very drifty-blowy snow, too, and our street had not yet been plowed AT ALL, but our new Honda CRV went right up the hille just fine!

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    Sara,

    That's exactly what happened to us. The counties directly south of us have snow emergencies and we got like an inch and a half. Sucks doesn't it? I was all set for a 2 hour delay today and no such luck! lol


    Don't buy while shelter dogs die!!

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    Molly, if you lived in NJ you would have a few days off, not just a delay! But - - - you would be spending those days SHOVELING!!! ARGH!!!! We have been taking turns all day and I have muscles that are aching that I didn't even know I had. Pictures to follow in the morning (of our labors - not my muscles ) Be careful what you wish for Molly and Sara!! Karen we'll be looking for your pictures, and I am also the proud owner of a CRV. I know it is going to do just fine in all of this mess, but fortunately I have stocked with food, etc. and have no need to go out.

  15. January 1998....

    We had just moved into our new house when we had --- in a matter of hours ---28 inches of snow...



    Edwina investigates...


    We live two blocks from an expressway. We walked over to look and it ....NO cars at ALL!!!

    It was a weekend -- the New Year's weekend actually -- so no time off!

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