We're all right, thankfully. We did see a lot of thunder, rain, lightning and wind (which has only now finally died down), and further south/north of us did get tornadoes - but we're okay ( Read more... )

Well I'll be damned ( Read more... )

The birthday season is in swing. My own is next month. I have mixed feelings about it, but then I suppose the older we get we all do.

For the heck of it, ( here's my wishlist )

More explanation for how the latest LJ kerfluffle came to be. Brace yourselves, kids: more nuttery may be on the horizon. *sigh ( Read more... )

An unwelcome surprise today: The forecast was calling for light snow, but we figured that would be more up north along the Wisconsin border since that's where the radar was projecting. So guess what is sitting all over outside? MORE SHITTY WHITE SHIT!! *fumes ( Read more... )

Happy Christmas and Merry Holidays, all ( Read more... )

The death toll now stands at 8. 2 of those were from Michigan; the rest are from Illinois.

More aid information here.

Also, found out more about the accident that killed our former landlord's daughter: The driver - which was not her - had probably been drinking. :(

7 counties are declared disaster areas, including my own - but we're a big one and the damage is concentrated in the south.

You can donate to the Red Cross if you'd like to help.So far, 6 people have been confirmed dead from various areas (all the ones hardest-hit). At least 50+ people have been injured. Over 400 homes trashed, just in one town ( Read more... )

Dear shitty Midwest weather: FUCK YOU ( Read more... )

Awesome birthday has been awesome. :)

As of 9:15 tonight, it's official: I am 37. Go me. Have gotten some wonderful cards, well-wishes and gifts from all of you great people out there, including the ever-delightful
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