Chit Chat Thread for the week of August 25, 2008
Mon, 08/25/2008 - 11:44am
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This is the place to talk about things that are not gps related, you can discuss whatever you would like, as long as it is clean. Remember we have families that have their children involved in the GPS fun and we don't want to make parents feel uncomfortable when their children ask what that word means.
Have fun...
This thread will be closed on Monday and a new one will be opened.
Not Leaving
My wife's sister & her Husband say they are not leaving this time. During Katrina, they lived in Jefferson Parish and their house suffered no real damage.
Now, they live in one of the houses we rehabed after Katrina - one that had about 7 ft of water in it, in Orleans Parish. They say they will go up into the attic and they have already put an axe up there in case they have to chop through the roof.
Tampa, FL - Garmin nüvi 660 (Software Ver 4.90), 2021.20 CN NA NT maps | Magellan Meridian Gold
Finally getting the rain we
Finally getting the rain we need in Hampton Roads VA
Charlie. Nuvi 265 WT and Nuvi 2597 LMT. MapFactor Navigator - Offline Maps & GPS.
Labor Day approaches ...
... where has the summer gone ? Seems like only yesterday that I put the shovel away ...
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Evac
My wife's sister & her Husband say they are not leaving this time. During Katrina, they lived in Jefferson Parish and their house suffered no real damage.
Now, they live in one of the houses we rehabed after Katrina - one that had about 7 ft of water in it, in Orleans Parish. They say they will go up into the attic and they have already put an axe up there in case they have to chop through the roof.
Just saw the Secretary of Homeland Security answering questions as he headed for the southern states that will probably be affected by this one. He indicated that if it heads for New Orleans again, evacuations will be mandatory, and that they will use the National Guard to force people onto transport out of the city. I don't think they are going to play this time if (God Forbid) it heads for New Orleans. Remember, last time they went door to door confiscating guns, so I guess if they want to pull you from your property, they will do it....
Joel
"Sometimes, when I look at my children, I wish I had remained a virgin". Lillian Carter (Mother of Jimmy Carter)
BETTER SAFE THAN SORRY
My wife's sister & her Husband say they are not leaving this time. During Katrina, they lived in Jefferson Parish and their house suffered no real damage.
Now, they live in one of the houses we rehabed after Katrina - one that had about 7 ft of water in it, in Orleans Parish. They say they will go up into the attic and they have already put an axe up there in case they have to chop through the roof.
I have to say that sounds foolish to me!
Katrina flooded 80 per cent of the city and killed nearly 1500 people after breaching protective levees in 2005.
Tell them to get the hell out if their in line for a hit! Better safe than sorry, you can't replace a family member if the water was to rise above roof level.
WASHINGTON — The levees that ring New Orleans have been substantially fortified since Hurricane Katrina in 2005, but the Crescent City is far from protected if Gustav or another large storm were to hit before 2011.
Friday, August 29, 2008 12:00 AM
I'll pray for the people on the gulf coast, it's looks like it going to be a nasty one.
And everyone else bend over and grab your ankles because they are already closing the oil rigs in the gulf.
US Refinery Operations Status: Gulf Plants Brace For Hurricane Gustav Expected Early Tuesday Morning.
August 29, 2008: 07:00 PM EST
Bob
Using Android Based GPS.The above post and my sig reflects my own opinions, expressed for the purpose of informing or inspiring, not commanding. Naturally, you are free to reject or embrace whatever you read.
Vote for me
If you haven't made up your mind who to Vote for, check this out
http://www.inews3.com/play.php?first=joe&last=mac
joemac
"Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well-preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming---WOW!! WHAT A RIDE!!!" Member 2854
I'm Voting Joe How Could I
I'm Voting Joe
How Could I not vote for you, after you got a old lady to tattoo your name on the small of her back!
Bob
Using Android Based GPS.The above post and my sig reflects my own opinions, expressed for the purpose of informing or inspiring, not commanding. Naturally, you are free to reject or embrace whatever you read.
Hurricane's
The people of New Orleans were getting ready to acknowledge the 3d anniversery of Katrina which had to be canceled/ cut short because another hurricane is coming. Maybe somebody is trying to tell them something.
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getting closer to being on page 1. 103 degrees here in sunny California today.
Norm
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Go Cubbies
Go Cubbies
Go Blackhawks
Thought for Labor Day Weekend
"Ubi non accusator, ibi non judex."
(Where there is no police,
there is no speed limit.)
Drive Safe!!!
Computers are useless. They can only give you answers. - Pablo Picasso (Bob - Garmin c530, eTrex Vista HCx)
Beautiful day in VA for cook
Beautiful day in VA for cook out.
Charlie. Nuvi 265 WT and Nuvi 2597 LMT. MapFactor Navigator - Offline Maps & GPS.
I Agree
My wife's sister & her Husband say they are not leaving this time. During Katrina, they lived in Jefferson Parish and their house suffered no real damage.
Now, they live in one of the houses we rehabed after Katrina - one that had about 7 ft of water in it, in Orleans Parish. They say they will go up into the attic and they have already put an axe up there in case they have to chop through the roof.
I have to say that sounds foolish to me!
Katrina flooded 80 per cent of the city and killed nearly 1500 people after breaching protective levees in 2005.
Tell them to get the hell out if their in line for a hit! Better safe than sorry, you can't replace a family member if the water was to rise above roof level.
WASHINGTON — The levees that ring New Orleans have been substantially fortified since Hurricane Katrina in 2005, but the Crescent City is far from protected if Gustav or another large storm were to hit before 2011.
Friday, August 29, 2008 12:00 AM
I'll pray for the people on the gulf coast, it's looks like it going to be a nasty one.
And everyone else bend over and grab your ankles because they are already closing the oil rigs in the gulf.
US Refinery Operations Status: Gulf Plants Brace For Hurricane Gustav Expected Early Tuesday Morning.
August 29, 2008: 07:00 PM EST
Bob
I agree with you, their decision seems foolish, but my brother-in-law is stubborn... and he's not even German, he's Irish. He's one of those diehard, born and raised in New Orleans people.
Tampa, FL - Garmin nüvi 660 (Software Ver 4.90), 2021.20 CN NA NT maps | Magellan Meridian Gold
Excellent. Soooo true
Excellent. Soooo true
Ask him a favor
I agree with you, their decision seems foolish, but my brother-in-law is stubborn... and he's not even German, he's Irish. He's one of those diehard, born and raised in New Orleans people.
Could he and his friends not shoot at me again when I fly in on a RESCUE helicopter !
If you can read this thank a teacher! If it's in English thank a Vet!
better idea ...
here's a better idea ... don't fly in!
after the destruction of Katrina, and the behavior exhibited in the aftermath ... if people don't leave for the next big one, it's unfair to expect people to put themselves at risk by flying in on rescue missions. stay home and take care of people that need and deserve your assistance and kindness!
AND
I have to seriously question spending billions in tax payer dollars to rebuild anything along that coast. I think we are all going to suffer if it becomes a Cat 5, because everybodys insurance rates will go up because the insurance companies were "Forced" to provide insurance to these people. I understand that they pay outrageous sums for the insurance, but the companies will still never recoop the cost of being forced to insure these people. I feel bad for people that live close to the coast arount the Gulf, but this is a life choice.
My 2 cents.........
Joel
"Sometimes, when I look at my children, I wish I had remained a virgin". Lillian Carter (Mother of Jimmy Carter)
Cat 4
I know it will change as it moves through the Gulf, but its reached Cat 4 strength.
Tampa, FL - Garmin nüvi 660 (Software Ver 4.90), 2021.20 CN NA NT maps | Magellan Meridian Gold
Mayor Ray Nagin ordered a mandatory evacuation
New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin ordered a mandatory evacuation Saturday.
Declared a Category 4 storm Saturday afternoon, Hurricane Gustav continues to strengthen and will soon reach Category 5 status—the highest—according to U.S. officials.
http://tinyurl.com/5gu49a
Bob
Using Android Based GPS.The above post and my sig reflects my own opinions, expressed for the purpose of informing or inspiring, not commanding. Naturally, you are free to reject or embrace whatever you read.
For continued coverage of NOLA
one of the news stations in NOLA.
http://www.wdsu.com/news/index.html?z=nav
Jerry...Jacksonville,Fl Nüvi1450,Nuvi650,Nuvi 2495 and Mapsource.
Nuvi 850
The following link is for a NUVI 850 for $599.99.
http://www.gpscity.com/cp?&s=00000&cr=082908US
LET'S GO
METS !!!
Happy Birthday To Me
Another year older and celebrated doing nothing. A perfect day. Just had to wish myself a Happy Birthday... LOL
Nuvi 750 And a 2006 Star Venture between my legs.
Tonight
Our new little one just wont quiet down tonight... Looks like it could be a long night with no sleep.................
If you dont know where you're going, any road will get you there!!
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Another year older and celebrated doing nothing.
Well, Happy Birthday! Glad to hear it was a good one!
"Delete nothing, back up everything"
Happy B Day!
Another year older and celebrated doing nothing. A perfect day. Just had to wish myself a Happy Birthday... LOL
Happy B Day!
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You just thought you had to wish yourself one, but not so!
Another year older and celebrated doing nothing. A perfect day. Just had to wish myself a Happy Birthday... LOL
Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday Harpo. Happy Birthday to you!
Bob
Using Android Based GPS.The above post and my sig reflects my own opinions, expressed for the purpose of informing or inspiring, not commanding. Naturally, you are free to reject or embrace whatever you read.
Happy Birthday
Another year older and celebrated doing nothing. A perfect day. Just had to wish myself a Happy Birthday... LOL
Happy Birthday, and many more! A good day to go out and find and try a new burger place...Paul
Paul..... Nuvi 765T
Happy Labor Day
I hope that everybody has a safe and healthly Labor Day and to our members down near New Orleans, I wish the best for you.
Paul..... Nuvi 765T
Hope everyone enjoyed the
Hope everyone enjoyed the holidays.
Charlie. Nuvi 265 WT and Nuvi 2597 LMT. MapFactor Navigator - Offline Maps & GPS.