Hurricane Charlie =(

[Kfamr]

*sigh* I stayed home today because I was just too damned worried.... i'm ready to jump up and do what I have to do.



They JUST said on the news "The storm could very well head into Tampa Bay..."

It could come directly to Tarpon Springs.... which is just to town over from mine. If that's so, it's possible that we well be heading off to my cousin's house in Tennesee.

Is it bad that i'm more worried about me, my family, my friends, and especially my dogs than I am everyone else and my home. It can take my home... take my school.. take everything else just not anyone I know and especially not my dogs.

I feel selfish because of that.



After I get off of here

[joanofark]

No that's not selfesh at all! I would be thinking the same thing. Oh I have no clue what to say. I geuss just keep watching the news and update us if you can!

{{{{{Hugs}}}}}
{{{{{Prayers}}}}}

[Kfamr]

I just finished packing up a bag for the dogs.. Food, treats, toys, their folders, extra harnesses/collars/leashes ect...

[luckies4me]

I am so sorry you guys are going through this scare. Please take care of yourselves and especially the pets. Keep us all updated!

[dukedogsmom]

I've been wondering about you. They're saying right now that it could hit right at Pinellas county. Stay safe! Hope you don't have to go to Tennessee but it's good that you're getting prepared. I am so stressed out so I can imagine how you feel. Hug all the dogs for me.

[Harmanie]

I hope you'll be allright! I'm am too, glad that your preparing. At least your taking safety percautions. Stay safe!

Kate

[Kfamr]

I'm sitting here crying. I'm going insane.
I want to do something. I want to be safe. I don't want to be sorry.

My dad keeps saying that we have 24 hours. We will decide what to do later. I want to have a plan. I want to know what we're going to do. I don't like not having plans. The wind is already very strong here.

I can't stop crying now.

My mom can't even get off work. Neither can my brother. Neither can my sister. I feel sick to my stomach. I want to get the hell out of Florida. Forever. I HATE Florida.

[Harmanie]

I am just so sorry!!! oh please stop crying! I'm sure everything will work out for the best ya know? I know your scared for your family, but I am praying for you!

Stay safe.

Kate

[Cinder & Smoke]

Originally posted by Kfamr

My dad keeps saying that we have 24 hours.
We will decide what to do later.
I want to have a plan.
I want to know what we're going to do.

Your Dad's right!

"Bonnie", the storm that's hitting near you NOW -
has been downgraded to a "Tropical Storm" -
no longer a Hurricane.

"Charlie" is the one for you to watch -
he still IS a Hurricane!

But "Charlie" won't hit your area till sometime around noon - FRIDAY.

And in the next 24 hours - "Charlie" could change course and not
be much of a threat to you (we'll HOPE for that!)

Your Dad has been through these storms before - and HAS a "plan" -
you're going north, out of danger, IF the storm gets too close.

Visit these National Weather sites - for current info >>>

NOAA - National Hurricane Center

MAP ~ "Charlie's Path"

Hang in there!

[Kfamr]

I KNOW that. I want to have a plan I want to be ready, but what is my dad doing? Sitting on the porch smoking a cigarette! WHAT A WONDERFUL PLAN!!!


I want to get out of here.

[gini]

Kay Ann, try going out to your Dad and talking to him calmly and ask his advice.

Have you thought of everything for your dogs? What does he suggest? Any other worries on your mind.

Keep in mind that perhaps your Dad is just as worried as you are......he may not show it though.

Please try to get a hold of yourself and be as rational as you can because if you do have to evacuate - your dogs will count on you to be as soothing and calming as you can be.

[Kfamr]

We're going to go get Caeleigh and Orion from my brother's house right now. He's in a flood zone and they won't let him fof work. If we leave, we're going to bring them with us.

[lbaker]

Gini's right about trying to maintain your composure if only not to freak out those dear dogs. You know how they can pick up on your "vibes". I'm keeping a candle in the window for all of you in Bonnie & Charlie's path. I've always found the water danger (especially when the ground is already saturated) can do more harm than even the wind. If driving DO NOT TRY TO DRIVE THROUGH STANDING WATER. DON'T DON'T DON'T. Sometimes staying put is the best thing unless advised to evacuate. I've been through several hurricanes and you have every reason to feel fear, just keep faith and try to maintain control. Check back in when you can... you too DDMom.

[Amber]

Oh, Kay. your just like me in storms. I get all panicy and worried, and i feel sick too.

Take a deep breath, everything will be okay. It's good that you are ready if you have to go. (((HUGS)))

[ChrisH]

{{Hugs}} Kay. Will be keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.