tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post7788897766112748849..comments2024-03-27T00:43:28.975-05:00Comments on Mom's Scribbles: Self-QuarantinedVickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09409645438732452330noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-92210568576603252292020-03-17T18:54:46.592-05:002020-03-17T18:54:46.592-05:00Jean...True, that! I believe the prayers will ser...Jean...True, that! I believe the prayers will serve us best. Take good care.Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09409645438732452330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-76336241410452149652020-03-17T14:59:07.087-05:002020-03-17T14:59:07.087-05:00"Wash your hands and say your prayers because..."Wash your hands and say your prayers because Jesus and germs are everywhere"<br />Take care VickiJeanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01353161962198447102noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-84115747481234346592020-03-17T09:53:54.288-05:002020-03-17T09:53:54.288-05:00Thank you, Fern. You and Frank are in my prayers ...Thank you, Fern. You and Frank are in my prayers as well.<br /><br />We may no longer be as strong in body as we once were, but we are strong in resilience and determination and faith. We will get through this.<br /><br />This whole situation brings 'don't get on the bus' into stark reality, doesn't it. Take good care, my friend.Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09409645438732452330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-69048343976339658772020-03-17T08:16:26.936-05:002020-03-17T08:16:26.936-05:00Vicki, my friend. May the Lord bless and keep you....Vicki, my friend. May the Lord bless and keep you. May He make is face to shine upon you, and give you Peace. Now and forever more.<br /><br />I pray we will continue to converse on the other side of this.<br /><br />Blessings, Fern<br />Frank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-73643864038374106062020-03-17T00:15:26.696-05:002020-03-17T00:15:26.696-05:00I agree with Trump that this is all a giant hoax. ...I agree with Trump that this is all a giant hoax. Glad he's getting the truth out there. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-4175222459031110542020-03-16T21:37:44.061-05:002020-03-16T21:37:44.061-05:00Thanks, Rob. You and yours are in my prayers. I ...Thanks, Rob. You and yours are in my prayers. I heard about the shutdowns here in MN. Seems like nearly everything except retail stores are closed. I am glad the grocery stores are still open for those who need them. Take care. Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09409645438732452330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-9556604351491823322020-03-16T21:33:35.037-05:002020-03-16T21:33:35.037-05:00Excellent suggestions, CW...People think about foo...Excellent suggestions, CW...People think about food and TP, but don't often think about water storage other than cases of bottled drinking water. There has been speculation that if the workers at water treatment plants become sick, the quality of the water may be compromised with nobody to do the work involved. I keep bottled water on hand, but use empty, well washed 2 ltr soda bottles and large juice bottles filled with water for washing, for doing dishes and for anything else I would use tap water for, as well as several 5 gallon buckets full of water for flushing or washing clothes. I hope I never need them, but if I do, I have them.<br /><br />People are already fighting for the last roll of TP. If the food supply is compromised, it could get ugly in a hurry. Be aware.<br /><br />Take good care and continue praying!Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09409645438732452330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-62007275865399815592020-03-16T21:23:21.639-05:002020-03-16T21:23:21.639-05:00I am amazed at the grocery items that are now out ...I am amazed at the grocery items that are now out of stock. Sure didn't take very long to empty the shelves.<br />Small kindnesses do go a long way. I saw a post on FB today by one of my daughters who was volunteering to take meals to those neighbors in need, and there were several who commented that they, too, would like to do the same. We may have to separate ourselves from others, but the spirit of helping others in troubled times lives on. Stay safe and take care.Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09409645438732452330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-1987009783750414052020-03-16T21:20:45.920-05:002020-03-16T21:20:45.920-05:00I pray for you and the rest of my friends,now all ...I pray for you and the rest of my friends,now all the bars and restaurants will close down, only take out, and drive thu..Robhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16800149852939042454noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-67760945996481121652020-03-16T21:16:22.129-05:002020-03-16T21:16:22.129-05:00SJ...I hope you were able to avoid the stampede in...SJ...I hope you were able to avoid the stampede in the TP aisle. :)<br />I have decided to put the food preservation on 'hold' for awhile and use my grocery delivery service for items like milk, fresh fruit and veggies and maybe a bit of comfort food. I have most everything I need, including TP, in my storage. I would hate to be one of those who is now scrambling, trying to find the necessities.Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09409645438732452330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-8547072070871511322020-03-16T19:41:14.580-05:002020-03-16T19:41:14.580-05:00Vicki, the sooner we all stay away from everyone e...Vicki, the sooner we all stay away from everyone else, the sooner this nasty virus will disipate. <br /><br />Also, just a little reminder to everyone: if you do not have bottled or stored water close at hand try to locate clean, empty containers and get them filled as soon as possible. We cannot be guaranteed we will always have running water and other utilities/services. Hopefully, you will be able to boil the water if needed for drinking. You need a minimum of a gallon of water per person, per day. Secondly, make sure your doors and windows are locked and as secure as possible. As things deteriorate people will begin to take advantage of others. Do not trust anyone you do not know. Desperate people do desperate things. <br /><br />Try to call or email others who are alone and anxious. You may be the bright spot in their day.<br /><br />Praying you are all hunkered down for the duration.<br />Be aware of your surroundings and continue to be thankful for God's blessings, CWCWfromIowahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07172181916761650306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-50614986022460238232020-03-16T18:41:41.669-05:002020-03-16T18:41:41.669-05:00I called my Vet's office about my two cats and...I called my Vet's office about my two cats and their shot status. They are now both up to date with vaccines. I did a delivery order from the local Restaurant supply store. It seems all the eggs, bacon, napkins and whole chickens were not available. They did deliver the OJ, Half 'n Half and the Safflower oil. Home Depot delivered our garden soil and pipe order. He drove it right back on the pallet so we did not need to shift the bags. I surprised the driver with a bottle of water, a pack of Emergency C and some lemons. He thanked me and said now he doesn't need to track down lemons as he has a half every morning in hot water. Remember that small kindnesses go a long way. Stay safe everyone. RedAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-73599171764007094472020-03-16T16:46:52.912-05:002020-03-16T16:46:52.912-05:00I'm 'in' as well. Even made a note of ...I'm 'in' as well. Even made a note of '10AM' on my calendar to indicate the first day.<br />The tipping point for me was 'one last' trip to Safeway. Since starting to prep in earnest years ago, I've often wondered what that 'last' shop would be like before having to use my preps/pantry in earnest. Now I know.<br />SJ in Vancouver BCAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-90766329214752054282020-03-16T14:05:27.445-05:002020-03-16T14:05:27.445-05:00Agreed, Pete...I have taken the steps necessary to...Agreed, Pete...I have taken the steps necessary to keep the virus at bay. The rest is out of my hands.<br /><br />I noticed recently that the word 'hoarding' is being bandied about. But we are not the ones who are shoulder to shoulder with other crazed shoppers. We already have enough stored so that heading out to the closest Walmart is not necessary. A small part of me wishes to shout, "I told you so." But I won't. Those people are in enough trouble already without rubbing their noses in it.<br /><br />You are spot on about the heavy rolls. No telling what our world will be like when all is said and done. On the up side, the news no longer seems to be full of candidate debate issues. :)Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09409645438732452330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-81433605498080796232020-03-16T13:15:11.630-05:002020-03-16T13:15:11.630-05:00We can only do what we can do, Vicki. Otherwise w...We can only do what we can do, Vicki. Otherwise we go crazy. Much of life is up to God.<br /><br />Us prepared folks... Funny; no one's laughing at us anymore... Of course, now they're blaming us for "hoarding..."<br /><br />...Stand by for heavy rolls as the ship comes about...Peteforesterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00702888855868877243noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-34852401826205592262020-03-16T12:42:13.647-05:002020-03-16T12:42:13.647-05:00We do what we can and more important - pray. Take...We do what we can and more important - pray. Take care, Gorges.Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09409645438732452330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-50763906749212513102020-03-16T12:35:12.526-05:002020-03-16T12:35:12.526-05:00Do everything you can and leave the rest in the Lo...Do everything you can and leave the rest in the Lord's hands. That where everything really is anyway, unless we're stupid. - lolGorges Smythehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08777621500611603786noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-38343495542852168402020-03-16T12:25:02.723-05:002020-03-16T12:25:02.723-05:00LindaG...I have had similar remarks about my canni...LindaG...I have had similar remarks about my canning. Why do all that work when you can buy whatever you want at the store! Try doing that today!<br /><br />It was the restrictions of visitors to places where the elderly live that pushed me to make the changes. The fewer people I see on a regular basis, the better.<br /><br />Take good care.Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09409645438732452330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-74197858747795411692020-03-16T11:47:49.110-05:002020-03-16T11:47:49.110-05:00At one time a few years ago, I was interested in m...At one time a few years ago, I was interested in making butter. One of my brothers asked me why. When I can just go to the store and buy it.<br /><br />My mother is in an assisted living facility. They stopped all outside visits yesterday. Family included.<br /><br />The nurse you like is a smart one. Glad she suggested what you were probably already thinking.<br /><br />God bless and watch over us all.LindaGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12203719919661519350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-19140314763362926742020-03-16T11:45:40.745-05:002020-03-16T11:45:40.745-05:00Linda...'Full grocery shelves' exist in th...Linda...'Full grocery shelves' exist in the same land as unicorns and fairy dust. There are no guarantees, which many are now finding out.Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09409645438732452330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-21511663449134283462020-03-16T11:40:42.519-05:002020-03-16T11:40:42.519-05:00Same age here! "full grocery shelves" I ...Same age here! "full grocery shelves" I laugh when I hear that.Practical Parsimonyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08419071209412207674noreply@blogger.com