Baby it's cold outside

Actually it's a whole lot of stuff. On the drive last night, I was priveledged to have one of IDOT's salt trucks escort me some of the way home. That sleet was no fun to drive. I thank my lucky stars that I got home before 11.

This morning I was awoken by the sound of thunder and lightening. They weren't kidding about the snow. I almost threw my back out twice when I was shoveling. Like everyone else I was out of practice. Luckily the snowplow came by or else I still would be shoveling. I have to share this part. Fred was so mad about what happened last year, he shouted to mr. plow. "Clean out the gates!!!". He meant to say clear the streets and I was beside myself laughing.

As with most snowstorms,our sump pump chose to die.I have to give alot of credit to the city and state for a super job of keeping the streets clean. Too bad I can't say that for certain drivers.

Hey Lady in the Lexus,

Every weatherperson and newsperson IN EVERY STATION IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS said proceed with caution when you drive today. That means you don't drive with your cellphone in your hand. The streets are bad enough without your phone call about absolutely nothing causing a pileup.

The grocery store was jammed with customers. I felt real bad for the cashiers. At least this time there baggers available. Fred pitched a fit because I refused to follow his route out of the Home Depot. I'm sorry but I'd rather take the long way out than go through a unsafe short cut. Hey there's always option B. Get to steppin'.


Everything was cancelled today. I wish I could say the same thing for this weekend. Le sigh.

Have a great month everybody!