Before I say anything about our wind storm here, let me express my sympathy for those of you affected by the recent tornadoes. I'm pretty sure I could never live in those parts of the country, it is just so destructive. I live in an area where several wind systems converge and sometimes we do get some pretty scary big wind storms. We are under wind advisory right now, I believe the gusts are around 60 mph.
When winds are from the west like today, they stir up the sand at the donkey rescue and blow it all over the canyon. I'm glad donkeys are such tough animals because they are eating a lot of sand right now, not to speak of sand in eyes and ears. My husband and I are both feeling better, but not well. I have a persistent cough and will see my doctor next week if I'm not better. Tomorrow we are going to try to go to town and pick up some more OTC medicines and other stuff I have been longing for while sick, like club soda. Some bubbly stuff for my stomach. I hope the wind subsides by then.
I have some plans for my blog for the month of March. If I can keep my mouth and pen shut long enough, I would like to turn my blog into a photo blog for most of the month. Very few words, just pictures, old and new. That way I will have more time to visit your blogs, discover who my new followers are, and getting caught up on all the wonderful blogs out there.
That way I can also have some time to prepare for April's A to Z Challenge, a time where I will post every day, except Sundays. I have already begun to write some stories and ideas down. Last year, some bloggers had themes. Mine was Desert Canyon Living. This year, my theme is Swedish Rhapsody and I'll be writing about the country of my birth and all things Swedish from trolls to coffeecake.
Finally, I'm one of those bloggers who loves to leave comments, I find it's a great way to get to know people and perhaps even become blogger friends. Thanks to the double word verification mess, I will no longer leave comments on your blog if you decide to keep this feature. I will read your blog, but I will not leave a comment. I did away with my word verification over a year ago, as did most of my blogger friends. I have not had a single problem! Spam picks up all Anonymous comments, all comments in languages, such as Greek and Russian, where the alphabet is different. If you are concerned you could keep the option to approve all comments before posting them to you blog.
Inger, The word verification is driving me crazy. Some people are getting rid of it, and I hope more do so. I think no matter what part of the country one lives in, one faces hardship. When I lived in Illinois, Springfield was hit by a terrible tornado (we lived outside of town and didn't even know it was happening) and I experienced my first earthquake. In Maryland we had some amazing blizzards. Here in Florida the heat is unbearable during part of the summer and we have some big thunderstorms. It's always something!
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Janie
hurray for continuing the anti-word verification message. amen!!!
ReplyDeletebe careful in that wind!
Post whatever you want--I'll follow you!!
ReplyDeleteWord verification sure does slow one down when time is of the essence and a lot of blogs are waiting to be read.
ReplyDeleteI wonder where that perfect climate is. But this year, weather, winds, turbulence and moisture or lack of seem a little weirder than
usual.
Love, Manzanita
I hope you are feeling better and that the winds are winds of fortune!
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to your April challenge. I love reading about all things Swedish.
You said that double word verification thing so well, can I borrow it? It really is a pain.
ReplyDeleteWe have been having a lot of "March" winds, since the middle of February, they sound like there's a blizzard out there - and Jack won't go out voluntarily.
Hoping you and your husband get over this bug soon. Sick isn't fun.
XXX
Glad to hear that you and your beloved hubby (to distinguish from beloved dogs) are improving. Wow! you like cream soda. So do I, but it's tough to find up here.
ReplyDeleteAnd it sounds like you're not in Kansas. Though I'm sure you get blown around a lot.
Blessings and Bear hugs on the recovery road, and road trying to get into town.
Bra att ni mår lite bättre. Vi är ännu förskylda här. I Sverige var det över 100 000 sjuka i influensa och värre ska det bli säger nyheterna. Det är soligt ute men kall vind idag med.
ReplyDeleteHa en trevlig fredag, kram från Sverige!
I am really looking forward to your April series. I am half Swedish and know very little about my cultural background
ReplyDeleteLook at that WIND!!! Great shots Inger! Good to hear you both are feeling better.
ReplyDeleteI find the newer the blogger, the more careful they are about allowing comments directly to their post. It's much like Fort Knox (I don't know a Canadian equivalent)until they realize that they can relax a bit.
A to Z series already?! It seems just like yesterday since you did this! Time.....
I grew up in tornado country. We heard the siren many times and went to the basement with our blankets, flashlights and crackers but never been in one really, or seen the funnel cloud either.
ReplyDeleteDouble word verif is the worst!
I think that the dust would kill me. sandie
ReplyDeleteI too like to make it easy on friends to leave comments not put them through a word maze. This double word thing is terrible and I think the reason why they don't change is they can't figure out how to do it.
ReplyDeleteI hear about your winds all the time as I watch the Temecula weather where my son lives!
Hi Inger! I am glad you and your husband are somewhat better, but will be praying for a full recovery!! We've had more wind here than we've had in a very long time (this year). Last Friday was crazy windy!
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about the word verification. It is so hard for me to understand what letters that are to be copied. It's usually hit and miss for me.
Hope you have a great weekend... and keep getting BETTER! Looking forward to your April A-Z challenge!
Glad you are against this word verification thing! I dislike it too! I have always moderated my comments and have had great luck with it.
ReplyDeleteI agree Inger, I don't have any problem with spam on my blog.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to hear about Sweden in the A to Z
Terry
Good, newsy, busy post, Inger. Always enjoy yours.
ReplyDeleteWow! That's quite a wind to stir up that much dust and sand! Yes, living in tornado alley is a bit frightening this time of year. We don't take our chances at all, and every time an ugly cloud appears, we head to the "hidey-hole" a.k.a my grandpa's cellar!! We hope to save the money to get our own cellar installed within the next year; that will help us sleep a little better this time of year. Hope you are feeling better this week!! ~Jeff
ReplyDeleteKjempefine bilder og en hyggelig blogg. Ser dere har mye vær og vind.
ReplyDeleteVi har hatt snø, sludd, vind og litt regn innimellom.
Nå gleder vi oss til vårtegn.
Ha en fin dag
Nordis
Dear Inger,
ReplyDeleteThe fact you haven't posted lately helps me know that you are still under the weather. Please take good care of yourself. Take medicine and plenty of Vitamin C and drink lots of water and get plenty of sleep and just cherish yourself for days on end.
Your photo idea for March sounds great. The photos you posted today on the sand storm were so vivid that i could feel the grit of that sand in my eyes!
Peace.
Wow, that is quite the wind. We get some storms on occasion though no sand to blow around. Usually plenty of blowing snow though.
ReplyDeleteThe picture posts sound like fun as does your A to Z idea.
Wow, that is quite the wind. We get some storms on occasion though no sand to blow around. Usually plenty of blowing snow though.
ReplyDeleteThe picture posts sound like fun as does your A to Z idea.
We had high winds here in Okla. today. It was horrible. Rain coming in tomorrow night. We really need it too.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to read your posts on your home, Sweden. Especially any recipes!
ReplyDeleteI turned off the verification for my blog. Do you mind if I put your "Just say NO to word verification!" on my blog?
Dear Inger,
ReplyDeleteHow are you? I'm worried.
Peace.
I completely understand you Inger...word verification appeared to be teh way to go at first when I began blogging, now...for get it!! Looking frwd to your "April of Swedish Rhapsody"! We have winds here as well, I guess every one has them...only hurricanes replace tornados and these are NOT a joy in life!
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