Happy Birthday Google

I have enjoyed using google.
There is pretty much nothing I can not find.
So Happy 10th birthday to Google.

I found interesting Google Trivia

http://www.google.com/tenthbirthday/#2008.5

http://www.google.com/tenthbirthday/

Enjoy

Post Ike

The power came back on either Wednesday or Thursday.

Still recovering and will have to write more about this later.

Needless to say I was very fortunate.

I had a gas stove that could be lit with a spark light to cook hot meals.
The landline allowed for communication and limited use of the internet.

One thing I would like to mention before I forget: Food keeps morale up.

Well the power is still out. But that is the worst of my problems. The power went out a few moments after my previous post.

I have been on survival mode.

You never realize how much you depend on power till you do have it.
I have been fortunate. My folks have a generator.
So have been able to keep our refrigerator alive along with keeping a bit cooler and our survival lighting charged. Also, we have running water.

I am able to get in contact with people, because the landlines still work, moreover it how I am able to be here at the moment. I am only able to use the phone, because we have an old school style phone.

The grocery stores opened in my area despite many homes still without power, and I was able to get some ice today.

I shall keep this short, for this ordeal is very physically and mentally draining.

I have to give my ancestors dibs. They had to do this every day.

Here Comes the Rain

The rain is here.
It is a catagory two, almost a three.
It is weakening.

No, it is not Alica.

The power is starting to go out everywhere.
Do not know how long I will be here.

The wind is starting to gust toward 50 mph.

It is suppose to start getting bad toward midnight.

For some interesting information on previous hurricanes click below.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hurricane_Carla

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_retired_Atlantic_hurricane_names

Sunset on Ike

Sunset before the storm. (about 7:37PM)

This is facing North.

Will try to continue to update as long I have power.

Love the fact I can use my survival know how.

Stay Safe!!!

Salutations Ike

Spent most of the day prepping for Ike. Mostly cleaning, cooking, and orgainizing supplies.

Yesterday it was a madhouse at the stores and the gas stations.
Both were empty and people were fighting for supplies.
Fortunatly enough I got some gas during my lunch break, and thanks to Gustav food prepartions had already been done.

Currently Galveston is already starting to flood and some of their electricity is already starting to go. It is quiet outside. It is very eerie.

The wind currently is blowing at about 30+ something miles and starting to pick up. You can see some debris really start to fly.

It has been drizzling on and off since 2pm.

Now Is The Time

Now is the time to start charging everything- cell phones, laptops, batteries, lamps, etc.

Now is the time to have your water, your food, to protect your family and property.


I am bunkering with my folks.
It is so weird to see our house all boarded up.
I want to write something original on the boards.
Or maybe i will just write "Take a Hike, IKE"

I have started video logging the events going on around me.

It was ominmous for a few minutes but now is so calm, blue sky and beautiful sunset outside right now. It is a bit creepy when you know what is coming your way.

For the worst

How to Survive Anything Mother Nature Throws at You

It explains itself.

IKE

Well I am here waiting for Ike.
I will be bunkering down and get a chance to use the survival skills and things I have been prepping.

This was a bit hard to find, however I found it.
It is the evacuation zones map for Houston.
I assume this is just for Ike.



I am a bit scared, but I am not panicking.
This is what I want to tell people.
DO NOT Panic. It is bad to. Take a deep breathe and make a decision on what you need to do.

Also, six inches of water can move a person, a foot of water can start moving a car.

I will update more as I do more and as long as the power stays on.

Eating Better and Eating Out

http://health.yahoo.com/experts/gabbyguide/8717/basic-weight-loss-mistakes/

http://health.yahoo.com/experts/eatthis/13623/secrets-that-restaurants-dont-want-you-to-know

Recovering your Electronics

I saw this neat news article. They talk about how this woman was able to recover her camera via her SD chip.

http://gmy.news.yahoo.com/v/9666295

Enjoy

Birthdays and Ike

Some Birthday Trivia for you all:

Yesterday was Michelle Williams', Otis Redding's and Rachel Hunter's birthdays.

Otis Redding died when he was 26 and before he ever knew he was such a bit hit. Some of the songs we know by him are "Under the Broadwalk", and "Sitting on the Dock of the Bay"


This picture speaks for it self.



http://news.yahoo.com/nphotos/Tropical-Storms-and-Hurricanes-NOAA-Cabo-San-Antonio-Cuba-Gulf-of-Mexico/ss/events/sc/091905hurricanes/s:/ap/20080910/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/tropical_weather#photoViewer=/080908/480/b324148bd962415aa6a39d192cc4aa27

Hello Ike

Well it is that time again.

For all you hurricane trackers out there here are some useful sites.

http://www.wunderground.com/tropical/tracking/at200809_model.html?MR=1

http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/graphics_at4.shtml?5day#contents

http://www.stormpulse.com/

A Little Bit of Everything.

I am so proud of Sarah Palin. Many people make the mistake that feminism is about woman dominate power.but it is not. Woman and men are meant to be complementary. It about good strong women who can kick butt, and actually bring good to this world like I have mentioned before. http://ontologicalthinker.blogspot.com/2008/06/feminism.html

She spoke very well, and really did a good job at yesterday's Republican National Committee. Congratulations, Sarah!

I am pleased to announce that when I walked outside today for work, I was met with a cool breeze. This means Autumn is coming. With cooler weather coming, we will want to stay warm. It is easy to crank up the heater, but that is friendly to your pocketbook. Instead use blankets, sweaters, and insulating your house properly, this way you do not have to turn the heater on so high.

This will be a interesting election, needless to say.

Take care, watch out for Hanna and Ike, and keep an eye on the news.

Google Chrome

Google is trying to come out with a new browser. Check it out for yourself.

http://finance.yahoo.com/tech-ticker/article/52190/First-Test-of-Chrome-Google%E2%80%99s-New-Browser;_ylt=Av2K.0NAR0iCy3vsBO.wRS67YWsA?tickers=goog,msft,aapl

I don't like this.

I am not a comcast user, but I know a lot of people that are. Supposedly they are going to set limits on how much you can use on broadband.

http://blogs.moneycentral.msn.com/topstocks/archive/2008/08/29/comcast-s-new-downloading-limits.aspx

It is good for you.

I have been thinking about starting a exercise routine.
I know it is good for me.
Also, once you get in the routine, then it is easier to stick to it.

I found this neat article with tips on ehow.com for doing this.

http://www.ehow.com/how_2054054_stick-workout-program.html

Exercise just makes you feel better.
When you exercise it releases a hormone that makes you happy, and for each pound you loose, you take four pounds of your knees.

Take care and stay well!

How to do anything

I found this really neat site that has basic steps on how to do most things.

Enjoy!

http://www.ehow.com/

Gustav

http://news.yahoo.com/nphotos/Hurricane-Gustav/ss/events/sc/082908hurricangustav/#photoViewer=/080901/photos_ts/2008_09_01t141028_450x300_us_storm_gustav


"A street at a railroad crossing near the Inner Harbor Navigational Canal is flooded as Hurricane Gustav hits New Orleans, September 1, 2008.
(Lee Celano/Reuters) "