Aussie Ora Posted September 9, 2017 Report Share Posted September 9, 2017 Can you jump on your bike and nip down to Florida and get me some Peach balsamic before the storm hits cheers mate Outback Kamado Bar and Grill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckreef Posted September 9, 2017 Report Share Posted September 9, 2017 My sister actually came up from FL and arrived last night. Unfortunately it was such a last minute decision she didn't have time to do anything other than pack some clothes and leave. Normally it's an 8 hour drive. Took her 14 1/2 hours. Good decision on her part as the eye over the storm shifted and will probably pass directly over her house. Wish there was time to plan because I would have definitely gotten her to grab a couple of bottles. I actually have a box with some homemade jams ready to send you. I think I need to wait awhile - LOL 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Ora Posted September 9, 2017 Author Report Share Posted September 9, 2017 My sister actually came up from FL and arrived last night. Unfortunately it was such a last minute decision she didn't have time to do anything other than pack some clothes and leave. Normally it's an 8 hour drive. Took her 14 1/2 hours. Good decision on her part as the eye over the storm shifted and will probably pass directly over her house. Wish there was time to plan because I would have definitely gotten her to grab a couple of bottles. I actually have a box with some homemade jams ready to send you. I think I need to wait awhile - LOL Was only joking glad your sister is safe .I have managed to get some goodies for you but think we might have to wait it's only fairOutback Kamado Bar and Grill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacKenzie Posted September 9, 2017 Report Share Posted September 9, 2017 ck, it sounds like you and your sister are going to ride out the storm together. I sure hope her house survives in tact. Scary stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckreef Posted September 9, 2017 Report Share Posted September 9, 2017 My sister, brother-in-law, 4 German Sheppards and some type of terrier invaded the house about 8:30 pm last. The only dogs I allow to visit the house is my sister's. They have all been to obedience school and know how to listen and behave. After today I should have the next 4 days off to cook some good food. If I can find a decent Boston butt on the way home from work tonight I'll smoke that up tomorrow. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckreef Posted September 9, 2017 Report Share Posted September 9, 2017 She's a little worried about her house. They are expecting 130+ mph winds to pass her house. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacKenzie Posted September 9, 2017 Report Share Posted September 9, 2017 At least they will be safe and be getting great food while they wait the outcome of the storm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Pearson Posted September 9, 2017 Report Share Posted September 9, 2017 Charles isn't the storm coming your way also? I thought it was going up the coast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shuley Posted September 9, 2017 Report Share Posted September 9, 2017 Nothing to cheer you up and make you feel warm and safe as a nice delicious meal. Probably even better if it's a reef meal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony b Posted September 9, 2017 Report Share Posted September 9, 2017 Seems like everyone in FL is in the cross-hairs of this one, as it's so big! While I have a number of folks in FL that I'm worried about, I'm mostly concerned about my friends in Orlando, as they have a really big oak tree in their front yard that overhangs the house! Fortunately, they aren't staying there, but with relatives in the area. With all the news on the hurricanes, I did see a couple of good tips that might come in handy. First, you can turn your washing machine into a makeshift ice box by filling it with ice and putting your food/beverages in there. Since the washer is designed to have water in it, the melting ice will drain out and won’t be a problem, and the double walled construction makes for decent insulation (provided you don’t open the lid too often.) The other one is to put valuable papers and other things into a garbage bag and put them inside the dishwasher. Because it’s water tight, your papers will be safe in there from any water damage. Keep safe! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5698k Posted September 9, 2017 Report Share Posted September 9, 2017 Fill bathtubs with water, they're great reservoirs. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacKenzie Posted September 9, 2017 Report Share Posted September 9, 2017 Those are good tips not ones that a person might think of. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Posted September 9, 2017 Report Share Posted September 9, 2017 Glad to hear your sister is safe. My heart goes out to all in Florida and Texas. I know first hand what it's like to loose everything and the effort it takes to recover. I wouldn't wish it on anyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Ora Posted September 10, 2017 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2017 It's not looking good Sent from my SM-P600 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Ora Posted September 10, 2017 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2017 I hope your sisters house stays safeOutback kamado Bar and Grill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckreef Posted September 10, 2017 Report Share Posted September 10, 2017 TY everyone for the tips. Although it is heading for me it'll only be a tropical storm when it gets here. Lots of rain. I do expect to loose power for a day or two. I have a extra large 5 day cooler packed full of ice so I can unload my freezer/refrigerator into it if need be. I also have a bunch of water stored up for flushing toilets. My sister is definitely worried about her house. They also have a really nice motor home that was having issues starting so they had to leave it behind. She's guessing that will get wiped out as it's sitting under a bunch of trees. On the bright side as soon as the KK finishes coming to temperature a Boston butt is going on. Using the 16" for that so I can cook a pan pizza on the 19" for lunch. Going to do the butt at 275* so hopefully it'll be done for dinner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony b Posted September 10, 2017 Report Share Posted September 10, 2017 Getting reports from friends that the winds and rain are starting to hit hard, even as far north as St. Pete. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
