Hi Everyone,
I just logged on to the Internet at the library up at the cabin. I was shocked to see how bad the fire in Sonoma is. There is also a new one, near the 405 freeway. Yikes! My cottage is about fifteen miles from the latest fire. The wind is what makes it so dangerous. My friend in Australia also posted photos of horrific fires there.
My neighbors said that things had calmed down a couple of days ago. The roads had reopened, and people were going to Trader Joe's and Stater Brothers, stocking up on staples and groceries. We weren't sure how long it would last, though. They told me that the air is like an ashtray or bbq, and recommended that I just stay up here in the mountains.
I feel safer up here, but am still going to pack a bag, and keep in touch with what's happening, just in case.
Lula and I took an amazing hike on the Pacific Crest Trail this morning. I stumbled onto an incredible campsite. I sat at picnic tables there and had a tuna sandwich and some fruit. Lula munched on dog biscuits.
I hope everyone in California and Oz has a safe place to go. I plan to call my neighbors again and see how things are going. I was planning to return today, but have decided to stay put. I appreciate your concern, and hope that you all are doing well. I will try to get to your blogs soon. I have had a lot of messages to answer from friends. I'm sorry for the delay.
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Stay where you are safe, Stephenie. I can't imagine how scary it must be. X
ReplyDeleteHi Jules, It feels very comforting and safe up at the cabin. Thanks Jules.
DeleteStephenie, I'm so glad to see this post.
ReplyDeleteI hope you have enough water and food in the cabin. Hopefully everyone can go back to their homes soon. Stay safe.
Thanks Nil. I've been really stocking up for the winter. My mom taught me to stockpile. I have also been filling up extra pitchers of water.
DeleteStay where you are until things are safe! I am so glad you have a haven to retreat to.
ReplyDeleteMe, too, earthmotherwithin. It is a lovely place, and I am very fortunate.
DeleteHow frightening for the fires to be so close to the cottage. I do hope all is well x
ReplyDeletePensive Pensioner, The firefighters did an excellent job. It is such a relief when your home is safe after something like this; hopefully all will be well.
DeleteGlad to read that you are staying up in the mountains, still, and are safe from the fires.
ReplyDeleteThanks Bless. I came back to do some cleanup. It is a relief to finally have cell phone service here again. I couldn't get a signal for weeks. Agua Dulce has no power or water. We are fortunate.
DeleteNo need to reply. Just want you to know that you are in my thoughts and blessings. Please stay safe, take care and update when you can. X Chy
ReplyDeleteThank you, Chy. All is well, for now. There was another fire this morning at the Newhall Pass. That is just several miles from here. Things seem much calmer now, though. I am doing chores and cleaning everything up in the yard.
DeleteI don't know if you already know about the site, but inciweb has the fires and current status. I have family members who fight fires and this is the site we watch to see how they are doing when we can't call.
ReplyDeleteThanks Lady Locust. There are some very helpful websites out there. Preparation has really helped. I am so grateful that I have a stockpile and Suze Orman's box for your documents and paperwork.
DeleteI have heard about this, so scary abd sad, hope everything will be better soon ☺
ReplyDeleteThanks for reading and for commenting, natalia. Things seem much better in this area.
DeleteThe latest fires are just horrible. I am glad to read you and Lula are still doing well and your cottage is in one piece. I remember from our fires in 2007 that it took a long time for the smoky air to clear. Stay safe and keep us all posted with updates.
ReplyDeleteThanks Anita. The cottage is looking sweet and cozy. I just need to finish cleaning up the front garden. There are lots of leaves falling, so I will rake them all up, neatly.
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