Happy New Year!
Ok, so I am only about a week late.
Since New Years day this is what we have been dealing with about every other day!
Snow.
And more snow.
Now it is extreme cold.
The high today was -13, with a wind chill of -40.
Add to that blowing and drifting snow.
One friend with a plow truck came to dig us out.
He got stuck in the drive and the pipeliner had to pull him out.
Later in the day another friend came to check up on us.
He got stuck farther up in the drive way.
The pipeliner had to pull him out too!
On top of the snow and cold our water froze.
Somewhere between the house and the well pump.
The pipe burst and left a nice layer of ice over the drive.
( reason why plow truck # 2 got stuck)
We have had no water since early this morning.
But we did manage to drain the pipes into buckets for drinking water for the dogs.
I brought in a few gallon buckets of snow to melt for flushing the toilet.
We have a supply of bottled water.
And of course milk, tea and what else.
As I type the road grater finally made a pass.
The guys in plow truck 2 called after he left and said the road was almost impassable, glad he made it through!
Tonight we are warm and toasty in the little farmhouse.
Tomorrow we will dig back out.
Figure out what to do about the water situation.
Everything always seems better in the morning!
Stay warm!
Liz
Too much snow! My husband got stuck at the end of the driveway this morning so no work for him today. This cold is brutal!
ReplyDeleteAt least he got stuck in your driveway, not out in the middle of no where! Stay warm, the cold can't last forever!
DeleteYour day was just like mine. We had 9.4 inches of snow which has drifted everywhere and the same bitter cold temps. I am so ready for spring.
ReplyDeleteWe heard reports of all the trucks and cars stranded on the road down by you! Spring sure will feel extra nice this year. Stay warm!!
DeleteWnter came way too early, it's hard to believe it's just the beginning of January amd we've already had all this cold snowy weather!
ReplyDeleteWe haven't had winters like these in years!! I hope it eases up some or it will be one long season!
DeleteGoodness gracious friend! Those pictures are priceless and yes it is such a mess out there!!! I am so sorry to hear about your pipes but you have such a good attitude! I can believe how many people got stuck because we are more in the city and people are still getting stuck!!! Good luck in the morning and keep us updated...your last shot is breath taking! Happy New Year Liz!!! Nicole xoxo
ReplyDeleteThanks Nicole!! Winter sure can be a challenge, especially this year! Stay warm and have fun with those cute little ones!!
DeleteWOW you are really getting hit hard! I'm so sorry about that. Stay warm and safe. Keep the pets inside as well.
ReplyDeleteWe have been trying to keep warm! Each dog has their own coat and set of boots for going out. Almost like dressing kids for the cold! lol...
DeleteWhat a mess of a blizzard! You have some good friends around you. It's been brutally cold here too, but the last snow missed us completely ... and for once I'm thankful for that. I hope your burst pipe can be fixed soon. Such a pain when there's no water. Throw another log on the fire and stay warm :) Wendy x
ReplyDeleteWe have been so thankful for things that have happened to us over the last year, that this is just a small bump in the road. I am with you, throw another log on the fire! lol...
DeleteWow! Now our weather doesn't seem all that bad.
ReplyDeleteHope you got the water fixed and you are staying safe and warm.
We are staying nice and warm! Sadly the water wont be fixed until the ground thaws.
DeleteWhat a way to start the New Year Liz. It has been really cold here but we haven't had as much snow. I hope you get the water fixed and that you are staying warm! I scrolled down and your grandson is darling.
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