Night Elf Posted January 9, 2011 Share Posted January 9, 2011 That's what their calling it. There are supposedly massive preparations underway. It's supposed to start snowing tonight and then turn into rain which will freeze on the roads. People here aren't used to driving in such conditions so many will stay home for the duration. It's expected to be okay by Wednesday. We're talking about 2 days. There is a run on milk and eggs. I got a good laugh when my DH called from the grocery store saying that almost all the eggs were gone. I'm wondering if there is some standing tradition that one must eat eggs during a snow/sleet storm? :tongue_smilie: Tomorrow is my birthday and we won't get to go out for my special dinner until Wednesday night. But I have a delicious cake from my favorite grocery store. While others are eating eggs, I'm going to be scarfing down a chocolate cake with white icing! YUM!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ereks mom Posted January 9, 2011 Share Posted January 9, 2011 While others are eating eggs, I'm going to be scarfing down a chocolate cake with white icing! YUM!! I wish there was a LIKE button on the boards! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sophia Posted January 9, 2011 Share Posted January 9, 2011 Yep, our Kroger was sold out of milk and eggs last night :lol: Have a happy birthday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoVanGogh Posted January 9, 2011 Share Posted January 9, 2011 Tomorrow is my birthday and we won't get to go out for my special dinner until Wednesday night. But I have a delicious cake from my favorite grocery store. While others are eating eggs, I'm going to be scarfing down a chocolate cake with white icing! YUM!! Happy Birthday, a day early! Today is my birthday. I have lived in the south for 20+ years and have not had a "White Birthday" in forever! Today I got one!!! I have been so giddy with excitement! Can't stand the cold, but I have enjoyed spending my birthday at the windows, watching the wild birds outside at the feeders. Oh, and eating Godiva chocolates that my son bought. DH bought me an ice cream cake. I told him, "Um. Thanks. But I'm too cold to eat ice cream. I'll just eat the Godiva chocolates and be good at that!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caroline Posted January 9, 2011 Share Posted January 9, 2011 Our Publix was out of bananas this morning. And organic milk. They said yesterday was their biggest day ever. Happy Birthday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibbygirl Posted January 9, 2011 Share Posted January 9, 2011 (edited) Ooops sorry Night Elf, I was wondering why my comments to you didn't show, but I multi-quoted and my comments got placed in the second quote. lol There I fixed it. :) That's what their calling it. There are supposedly massive preparations underway. It's supposed to start snowing tonight and then turn into rain which will freeze on the roads. People here aren't used to driving in such conditions so many will stay home for the duration. It's expected to be okay by Wednesday. We're talking about 2 days. There is a run on milk and eggs. I got a good laugh when my DH called from the grocery store saying that almost all the eggs were gone. I'm wondering if there is some standing tradition that one must eat eggs during a snow/sleet storm? :tongue_smilie: Tomorrow is my birthday and we won't get to go out for my special dinner until Wednesday night. But I have a delicious cake from my favorite grocery store. While others are eating eggs, I'm going to be scarfing down a chocolate cake with white icing! YUM!! Happy Birthday. Enjoy your cake. :) My mom's up in GA too. She usually calls me when the weather is bad to tell me about it, but she's not called me today or yesterday. I wonder if she knows about it?? Has it started snowing yet? Happy Birthday, a day early! Today is my birthday. I have lived in the south for 20+ years and have not had a "White Birthday" in forever! Today I got one!!! I have been so giddy with excitement! Can't stand the cold, but I have enjoyed spending my birthday at the windows, watching the wild birds outside at the feeders. Oh, and eating Godiva chocolates that my son bought. DH bought me an ice cream cake. I told him, "Um. Thanks. But I'm too cold to eat ice cream. I'll just eat the Godiva chocolates and be good at that!" Happy Birthday to you too! :) I hope your day was special. :) Edited January 9, 2011 by Ibbygirl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Night Elf Posted January 9, 2011 Author Share Posted January 9, 2011 Today is my birthday. I have lived in the south for 20+ years and have not had a "White Birthday" in forever! Today I got one!!! I have been so giddy with excitement! Can't stand the cold, but I have enjoyed spending my birthday at the windows, watching the wild birds outside at the feeders. Oh, and eating Godiva chocolates that my son bought. DH bought me an ice cream cake. I told him, "Um. Thanks. But I'm too cold to eat ice cream. I'll just eat the Godiva chocolates and be good at that!" Happy Birthday to you too! Godiva chocolate rocks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Night Elf Posted January 9, 2011 Author Share Posted January 9, 2011 Our Publix was out of bananas this morning. And organic milk. They said yesterday was their biggest day ever. Happy Birthday! Publix is where I got my cake! Woo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caroline Posted January 9, 2011 Share Posted January 9, 2011 Publix is where I got my cake! Woo! I LOVE Publix cake! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teachin'Mine Posted January 9, 2011 Share Posted January 9, 2011 Night Elf you know the right way to weather a snow storm! :D I hope you have an awesome birthday and enjoy the cake! Happy Birthday!!! :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julie in Austin Posted January 9, 2011 Share Posted January 9, 2011 We got that storm (as rain) last night and it was SO LOUD. It woke me up repeatedly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbi in Texas Posted January 9, 2011 Share Posted January 9, 2011 I work in a grocery store and had to work over last night because the check out lines were backed up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belacqua Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 There is a run on milk and eggs. I got a good laugh when my DH called from the grocery store saying that almost all the eggs were gone. I'm wondering if there is some standing tradition that one must eat eggs during a snow/sleet storm? :tongue_smilie: Yep: eggs and milk. I grew up in a very snowy area, and the local weather reporters used to refer to it as the French Toast Phenomenon. Bananas, though? That, I don't get. Happy birthday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mama Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 That's what their calling it. There are supposedly massive preparations underway. It's supposed to start snowing tonight and then turn into rain which will freeze on the roads. People here aren't used to driving in such conditions so many will stay home for the duration. It's expected to be okay by Wednesday. We're talking about 2 days. There is a run on milk and eggs. I got a good laugh when my DH called from the grocery store saying that almost all the eggs were gone. I'm wondering if there is some standing tradition that one must eat eggs during a snow/sleet storm? :tongue_smilie: Tomorrow is my birthday and we won't get to go out for my special dinner until Wednesday night. But I have a delicious cake from my favorite grocery store. While others are eating eggs, I'm going to be scarfing down a chocolate cake with white icing! YUM!! I saw news footage of a grocery store in ATL. Slim pickins! Happy Birthday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mama Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 I wish there was a LIKE button on the boards! I've thought that a million times! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mama Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 Happy Birthday, a day early! Today is my birthday. I have lived in the south for 20+ years and have not had a "White Birthday" in forever! Today I got one!!! I have been so giddy with excitement! Can't stand the cold, but I have enjoyed spending my birthday at the windows, watching the wild birds outside at the feeders. Oh, and eating Godiva chocolates that my son bought. DH bought me an ice cream cake. I told him, "Um. Thanks. But I'm too cold to eat ice cream. I'll just eat the Godiva chocolates and be good at that!" Happy Birthday, Suzanne! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristusG Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 Gosh, they are getting snow as far south as Macon! We are in north Florida, only 4 hours south of Macon. I asked DH if he could take tomorrow off from work so we could drive up, as our kids (nor I) have never seen snow, but he's swamped this week. Darn!! There's never snow that far south! I guess it probably wouldn't be safe anyways, huh? They are calling for most people to be off the roadways. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlmiraGulch Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 Too bad it's Sunday or I could have stocked up on the REALLY important provisions. :D Actually, I went to Publix yesterday to do my regular grocery shopping and it was ridiculous. Now I wish I would have waited a few days because if I lose power for too long I'll lose all of those freezer/fridge items. Definitely did not plan properly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joannqn Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 We're expecting snow starting Tuesday night...enough to really mess up our roads. I'm thinking about buying more milk and eggs (and other stuff) so I don't have to take my van with bald tires out in the snow. I'd rather walk up the street and go sledding with the kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinder Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 Too bad it's Sunday or I could have stocked up on the REALLY important provisions. :D Actually, I went to Publix yesterday to do my regular grocery shopping and it was ridiculous. Now I wish I would have waited a few days because if I lose power for too long I'll lose all of those freezer/fridge items. Definitely did not plan properly. But it'll be cold enough that you could just store them outside in a shaded spot. I went to college up in NY state and that's what one of the guys did--he just hung his groceries out the window. I did my regular shopping at Target yesterday and the cashier was surprised at how busy it was. She thought the crowds would be out today/Sunday. Before I went dh and I joked that I had to be sure someone bought out all the bread and milk--ha ha. (Ok, actually I did need bread--one loaf--and I did buy milk because I had planned to make a cream soup. :001_smile:) According to the Weather Channel it is currently snowing in my town in GA, but we just looked out and it hasn't started yet--9.30 pm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rivka Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 In Maryland we call that a "french toast emergency," because everyone flocks to the stores to buy milk, bread, and eggs. And toilet paper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibbygirl Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 Too bad it's Sunday or I could have stocked up on the REALLY important provisions. :D Actually, I went to Publix yesterday to do my regular grocery shopping and it was ridiculous. Now I wish I would have waited a few days because if I lose power for too long I'll lose all of those freezer/fridge items. Definitely did not plan properly. Disclaimer: I'm a native South Floridian and have never been in snow in my life so this may be a totally stupid thing to say, but... if your power goes out in the snow storm, couldn't you put your refrigerator items outside? Would they stay cold enough? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caroline Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 It started snowing at my house! :D The run on bananas could have been because it was the start of the mixed doubles season this afternoon in the ginormous Atlanta tennis league. Bananas seem to be a requirement for tennis matches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibbygirl Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 In Maryland we call that a "french toast emergency," because everyone flocks to the stores to buy milk, bread, and eggs. And toilet paper. :lol::lol::lol: That just struck me really funny. hehehe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinder Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 Oops--looks like I was wrong about it not snowing here. Youth pastor just dropped by and said it's been snowing for about 30 mins now. I guess it was too dark when I looked out the back door. But it's plainly obvious from the front where the lighting is better. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in MD Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 Disclaimer: I'm a native South Floridian and have never been in snow in my life so this may be a totally stupid thing to say, but... if your power goes out in the snow storm, couldn't you put your refrigerator items outside? Would they stay cold enough? During one of last year's blizzards, we used our screened porch as a walk-in refrigerator/freezer :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lawana Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 Too bad it's Sunday or I could have stocked up on the REALLY important provisions. :D Actually, I went to Publix yesterday to do my regular grocery shopping and it was ridiculous. Now I wish I would have waited a few days because if I lose power for too long I'll lose all of those freezer/fridge items. Definitely did not plan properly. :cheers2: That's Georgia for you. I was at Publix about 4 p.m. and while there were people in the store, it wasn't nearly as crowded as I had feared. Apparently the big crowds were yesterday and today before 2. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibbygirl Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 During one of last year's blizzards, we used our screened porch as a walk-in refrigerator/freezer :) Wow!! I can't even imagine that. lol How cold did it get down to? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 We're supposed to get six inches beginning Monday night. Small potatoes here though. I do have to go to the local grain elevator and buy food for the dogs, cats and chickens, and special treats for the horses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kokotg Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 Where's my snow?! People on Facebook keep posting pictures of tons of snow in Atlanta already, but not a thing here (an hour or so north of the city). They've already canceled school in our county for tomorrow, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truscifi Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 I have family in AL and it is the same there. The first thing I asked was if they have coffee. The last time there was a major storm - in 1993 I think - we didn't have coffee. Let me tell you, that was a long 4 days with my mother. She is not pleasant if she doesn't have her morning java. :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoughCollie Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 (edited) if your power goes out in the snow storm, couldn't you put your refrigerator items outside? Would they stay cold enough? We can, and will do so if that happens here. A few weeks ago, I took out a ham to defrost, didn't get around to cooking it, and stored it on the porch because I didn't have room in my fridge. The high for many days had been below freezing. It worked fine, except out of sight, out of mind. No bears showed up to eat it. We're supposed to get 6" or more of snow on Tuesday & Wednesday. I'd rather be in Florida. Edited January 10, 2011 by RoughCollie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibbygirl Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 We can, and will do so if that happens here. A few weeks ago, I took out a ham to defrost, didn't get around to cooking it, and stored it on the porch because I didn't have room in my fridge. The high for many days had been below freezing. It works fine. No bears showed up to eat it. :) I'm glad about the no bears. lol Everything I know about bears I've learned from Yogi and Boo Boo. :tongue_smilie::D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 That's what their calling it. There are supposedly massive preparations underway. It's supposed to start snowing tonight and then turn into rain which will freeze on the roads. People here aren't used to driving in such conditions so many will stay home for the duration. It's expected to be okay by Wednesday. We're talking about 2 days. There is a run on milk and eggs. I got a good laugh when my DH called from the grocery store saying that almost all the eggs were gone. I'm wondering if there is some standing tradition that one must eat eggs during a snow/sleet storm? :tongue_smilie: Tomorrow is my birthday and we won't get to go out for my special dinner until Wednesday night. But I have a delicious cake from my favorite grocery store. While others are eating eggs, I'm going to be scarfing down a chocolate cake with white icing! YUM!! you better drink a LOT of milk with that cake. Eating eggs isn't truly necessary during that big a storm but apparently drinking TONS of milk is an absolutely necessity. I never understood it. ;) Happy Birthday!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dakarimom5 Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 (edited) I am in AL. We have 4 inches on the ground and it is still snowing. I went to Walmart twice today. The last trip was to get sweetened condensed milk for cheesecake. They were out and I was told it is because people use it to make snow cream. I didn't buy milk, bread or eggs. But I did buy laminating pouches and butter!!:D Edited January 10, 2011 by dakarimom5 spelling!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Night Elf Posted January 10, 2011 Author Share Posted January 10, 2011 I went to bed at 10:15 and it wasn't snowing yet. I woke up 2 hours later and there is 2 inches on the ground, but it isn't snowing anymore right now. Our driveway goes downhill to get to our house so under icy conditions, we can't make it out of driveway. Ugh. BUT!! We do have plenty of milk to go with the cake. :) I'm sharing virtual birthday cake with you though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EarleneW Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 We are in Cherokee County right on the Cobb line and we have about 5 1/2 inches and it's still snowing here. It is just so pretty! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baseball mom Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 Happy Birthday Night Elf and Suzanne :cheers2: :party: Not in GA but we have a light dusting of snow. I was walking past the door about an hour ago and peeked out. Surprised to see the snow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bev in B'ville Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 Georgia had to drag out all three of its snow plows from the moth balls (jk, but really, people wonder why snow is a big deal here and it's because we get it so seldom that GA doesn't buy the equipment to deal with it). The funniest part about snow/ice in the south is not the run on the grocery store, but how people wait until the ice hits before venturing out to the store. Obviously, most Georgians do not know how to drive in these conditions (and let's face it, ice is hard to drive on no matter where you are). So people wait until after the storm hits, get in their cars, drive 20 mph (or less) in the fast lane with their emergency blinkers on the whole way. Gah! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfinlady Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 We are in Cherokee County right on the Cobb line and we have about 5 1/2 inches and it's still snowing here. It is just so pretty! Hey, you're right near us! DH couldn't believe it this morning when I told him how much snow is out there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmrich Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 We have four inches and now it sleeting/freezing rain on top of that. Ice is not fun! Luckily my kids all have ski bib and boots compliments of the thrift store! Even if we only use them three times all year my kids stay warm and comfy sledding. This year I got two Hannah Anderson snow bibs for $3.00 and there is plenty of room in them to last for a couple of years! I will get ready to make a pot of hot chocolate soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1bassoon Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 I'm jealous, y'all - We're just south of Birmingham, AL, and we've got no snow to speak of, just a 1/2" layer of sleet-ice. The weird thing is that we live within eyeshot of a major county road - and there is NO traffic. At. All. I think the kids might go try to slide on ice :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patchfire Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 We are in Cherokee County right on the Cobb line and we have about 5 1/2 inches and it's still snowing here. It is just so pretty! We're in East Cobb, closer to Marietta, and we have about 5 inches. The kids are enthralled. The dog (a Siberian Husky) thinks we custom ordered this for her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaMa2005 Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 We are on the West Cobb/East Paulding line and when I measured this morning we had 6 inches. The poor chihuahua is NOT a happy camper. On the other hand, we have some of the most beautiful birds at our three feeders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mona100 Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 I am in Birmingham, Alabama. I had to go into work last night to stay over so there would be someone at work this morning. My co-workers and I went outside and played in the snow. I think they said we got about 2 inches here. I need to go outside and check for myself. But we also have ice everywhere and I know I prolly will not leave today because it is barely getting past the freezing mark today as a high. I won't be able to leave until 7 tonight and the Auburn game starts at 7:30. I'm not leaving. I have a ballgame to watch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlmiraGulch Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 I went to bed at 10:15 and it wasn't snowing yet. I woke up 2 hours later and there is 2 inches on the ground, but it isn't snowing anymore right now. Our driveway goes downhill to get to our house so under icy conditions, we can't make it out of driveway. Ugh. BUT!! We do have plenty of milk to go with the cake. :) I'm sharing virtual birthday cake with you though! Really? It started coming down HARD here about 9:00 last night and stayed that way for a couple of hours. You're a bit north of me, though, and it was moving in from the South. As of this morning, 5.5 inches on my patio. Ick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plansrme Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 I won't be able to leave until 7 tonight and the Auburn game starts at 7:30. I'm not leaving. I have a ballgame to watch. I am in Atlanta and have been dreading the possibility that my power might go out, making me miss this once-in-a-lifetime (probably) opportunity. So far, so good, though! Terri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinder Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 We are on the West Cobb/East Paulding line and when I measured this morning we had 6 inches. The poor chihuahua is NOT a happy camper. On the other hand, we have some of the most beautiful birds at our three feeders. Hey, we're in the same area! I was so surprised to see the depth of the snow this morning. I can't tell where the driveway ends and the road begins. Dh and dd are outside right now. Thankfully dh didn't have to go to work today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Night Elf Posted January 10, 2011 Author Share Posted January 10, 2011 As of this morning, 5.5 inches on my patio. Ick. Us too. My poor dogs ran outside, stood still for 2 seconds, and ran back inside! I have a small beagle and a dachshund. It was too funny! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfinlady Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 We actually made it out. We were hoping for Starbucks, but they were closed. So was Wal Mart, surprisingly. Kroger and Publix were open, so we bought some groceries. We had food before, but now we are really set. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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