Renthead Mommy Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 Hurricane has made it to Long Island. I was in the basement and heard a rumble thud. I figured it was the husband because all three of us are (supposed to be) sleeping in the first floor guest room and he was shifting the bed or something. A few minutes later I heard it again but much louder. Turns out the first thud was a large branch from the neighbor's tree falling completely across the stree. Second thud was the ENTIRE TOP OF OUR TREE FALLING ACROSS THE ENTIRE STREET! It's the tree between the sidewalk and curb, and it's probably about 45"-50" around. The whole top just snapped right over! It's completely blocking the road. Now I'm sitting here listening for creaking/thuding trees. And the tornado thing is freaking me out. I didn't realize tornadoes where an issue with hurricanes. This is my first hurricane (but was trained to prep for typhoons in Oki, but never had one) but I gew up with tornadoes. My G'ma lost her house to one. My mother was freaked by them, therefore putting a healthy fear into us. There are no sirens here. So here I sit. On tree/tornado guard duty. And I've got my bra in my pocket. I couldn't wear the stupid thing any longer today. But while I'm worried about trees and tornadoes, I'm also worried that if something does happen, and we have to get out of the house, I'd rather not be braless. The good news I guess with the tree down, it's that many fewer leaves we'll have to rake come fall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
West Coast Mom Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 I sure hope you guys stay safe. I to have to say that the comment about the bra in your pocket made me laugh out loud. It totally sounds like something I would do! The best to you and your family as you ride this out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carrie-txmama2six Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 I also laughed out loud at the bra in your pocket comment. I would have to have my bra and contact lens case. I have stayed awake through many tornado warnings while we lived in Texas. I hope all goes well for you all. I am praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joannqn Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 I laughed at the bra in the pocket, too, but for a different reason. I so wouldn't care. I've had to learn to sleep with pants because DH didn't like me sleeping in just a shirt/tank/undies just in case something happened in the middle of the night requiring that we vacate. Before I met him, I slept in undies only. Now I sleep in full pj sets if I can manage it; some nights I just can't sleep with fabric on my legs and pull them off. Stay safe. I hope it blows over with no additional damage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mazakaal Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 The bra in the pocket thing made me laugh out loud too. Stay safe. Hope you don't have any more downed trees or anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Firestar Academy Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 And I've got my bra in my pocket. :lol::lol::lol: way to be prepared!!!! robin in NJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudyJudyJudy Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 Stay safe! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristusG Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 Ugh, yes, hurricanes definitely spawn tornadoes. That's my main fear with lesser category hurricanes. And way to be prepared with the pocket bra LoL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaxMom Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 How's it going? I hope you haven't needed the bra! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UmMusa Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 The bra in the pocket is so cute and so darn practical! That's a thinking woman for ya! Sounds like the trees didn't take down any power lines, and I hope y'all are safe still. Take deep breaths. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NanceXToo Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 LOL!!!! Sorry, I just started laughing out loud at "and I've got my bra in my pocket." hope you are all okay! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcconnellboys Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 Oh, dear! I hope that you weathered the storm okay and got to keep the bra off! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 How frightening, I hope things are calmer this morning. It a blessing that both trees fell into the street. I totally get the bra in the pocket;). Personally, I have fears of running out of the house...jiggling and flopping away;:001_huh: and I so don't want to be on the news without one:tongue_smilie:. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 I so relate. Now, even if you change your avatar, I will always remember who you are. :D Hope the worst is over by now and you are napping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LauraGB Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 Willing you to check in.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LauraGB Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 Bump (I'm guessing her power is out...but there is always the batter on the computer...) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise in Florida Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 You are brilliant. All emergency kits should contain a bra. I hope everything turns out well for you, please let us know how you do. I am praying that everyone in the path of the storms is okay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie4b Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 :lol::lol::lol: way to be prepared!!!! robin in NJ Defintely should be added to govt preparedness lists! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belacqua Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 I wonder if PocketBra (jauntier with the no space, no?) will become Hive shorthand for "that precaution I take knowing I probably won't need it but would be very unhappy without it." Stay safe, OP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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