Shaken and stirred

[aceofkittens]

Sure, we're all fine, everybody's fine here. But I'm not going to pretend it was nothing. That earthquake this morning scared the crap out of me. It lasted a long time. It just kept going. Most quakes, by the time you think, "Hey, should I maybe get into the doorway or under the desk..." it's already over. This one, not only did I have time to

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[sjp]

I'm not ashamed of being frightened.

Nor should you be.

*hugs*

[aceofkittens]

Thank you! (belatedly)

[rxw]

o hai i c wut u DIDN't DO there

this repsondent is drunk so don't in any way be cognizant of this

[aceofkittens]

DRINK!

[vaznetti]

I thought of you, but then it didn't seem that big an earthquake, but the numbers -- I didn't realize it went on so long!

::hug:: Tall buildings are always scary in earthquakes, I think because of the swaying. Even though it's supposed to keep you safe, it feels wrong.

[aceofkittens]

It's true, and actually the thing about my building being on rollers turned out to be a big myth. I met a structural engineer who works in the building and she said: "Nope. Nuh uh."

[pancetta]

I'd be terrified. I'm glad everything is okay!

[aceofkittens]

Thank you!

[bluesilverkdg]

I was out all day yesterday, but listening to CNN on XM Radio. I was thinking of you and all my other CA friends. I'm glad to know that you're (basically) OK.

[aceofkittens]

Yes, thank you. :)