We had a true blizzard last week -- three solid days of snow and high wind. The final count: around 37 inches. But that's nothing -- our friends in Forbes Park, only 5 or so miles away, got FOUR FEET of snow. On the other hand, San Isabel, which is a bit north of us, got 54.9 inches. Oh my.
I was very grateful that the truly bad weather didn't start until late Tuesday night. It would have made a very, very long Election day that much harder. The Brick managed to get the truck unstuck and down to a ranch we can temporarily park it at. But it definitely needs a fix on a coolant leak, and most probably an assembly replaced. (The four wheel drive is inoperative.) If you're thinking, "Ouch, that's probably going to cost a lot"... you're right So much for any money I made, doing a long 2 1/2 weeks of Election work.
Does November always have to be like this??
There was a note of cheer when we finally dug out -- and treated ourselves to the Mexican buffet at Calvillo's in Alamosa. (A dear friend loaned us his Jeep.) We tacked on a few errands...then went to church this morning. Surprisingly, a lot of people were there. (Cabin fever?) Then I fell into bed and slept for four hours. That helped, too.
This week marks a full year we've lived in Fort Garland. Yes, I would love to see our Castle Rock friends and our kids more often -- but frankly, we didn't see them much more when we lived only 45 min. away, in Sedalia. We have made a new and peaceful life here, with some good friends. I think we're going to be okay!
Now on to the week. Lots of work to get done; another snowstorm is due next Sunday.
Meanwhile:
Veteran's Day is Monday, Nov. 11! Special deals and discounts. More here.
A Civil War soldier is finally honored, thanks to the relatives who tracked down his unmarked grave. Good for you, family!
Oprah didn't do a show with Kamala Harris out of the goodness of her heart -- her company was paid a million dollars. Other celebrities did quite well, $$-wise, too.
Eating for $1 A Day: could you do it?
The columnist Martha Stewart said was dead -- and gloated about it -- isn't. Oops.
New discoveries, thanks to DNA, about the bodies found in Pompeii. Fascinating.
Pecan pie bars, thanks to TheKitchn. I might have to make these!
How the passage of time can affect objects. This one's fascinating.
An ancient Egyptian priestess's coffin is discovered -- and it's gorgeous.
Have a good week.
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