We are gearing up for winter weather in our home. The forecast calls for a historic winter weather event beginning Friday night and continuing into Sunday. I am NOT looking forward to this, and I’m praying that the worst of it will miss us. Here in the South, our infrastructure just isn’t set up to handle much ice or deep-freezing temps. The last significant ice storm we had was in 1994, and we went two weeks without electricity, if that gives you an idea of how things roll here. Ugghhhh! We had a smaller ice storm in 2024, but at least it was bearable!
But backing up, last Friday, Hubby and I were able to slip away out of town for the day. I think it had been since October that I had really been able to get out and look around. You know what my first stop was!
Bath & Body Works was having a sale on candles, so I picked up a few. Hubby loves the Vanilla Buttermint one, and that particular one is part of the big winter clearance sale, and only $6! I grabbed three of those! I also got a couple of body care items on deep discount. I love to shop their sales!
I also popped into TJ Maxx. I found the cutest little conversation-heart cocktail napkins to use for my coffee in the morning. I was hoping they would have some Valentine’s Day napkins, and they did! Yay! I also grabbed this cute little bird-themed coffee cup.
It was a steal at $3.00. They had lots of great sales, but I really didn’t need anything. I was just happy to get out into the world and look around for a little while. It has been so crazy since the end of October, so being able to slow down and do something fun was great!
But getting back to this storm. I have a long checklist of things to do these next couple of days. I’m about to leave to pick up a big Walmart order of nonperishable foods and items we may need. Hubby went out yesterday and got a Mr. Heater and backup fuel for it, just in case we need an extra heat source. We do have a fireplace.
My other job will be to make sure all laundry and bedding are washed and ready by Friday morning. We also need to charge all of our electronics. I think my mama is all set at her house. She just needs to place an order for a few things to be delivered from the store, and she should be good to go. Honestly, my main concern is us staying warm. Our home is all electric. However, my mama does have a gas log fireplace and a water tank. If worst comes to worst, we could just go stay at her home. I am so thankful to have that option.
However, I pray that the improvements to our infrastructure since 1994 will help us retain all of our utilities. I was almost 20 years old the last time this happened, not a care in the world, and my daddy took care of everything. Now I have to be the adult, and it’s scary, haha! I’m also praying Hubby makes it back home ok before the really bad stuff sets in. He should, so that gives me a little comfort.
I saw this on Facebook and thought it might be worth sharing if you are in the path of this storm:
And this link lets you check for power outages across the country.
I will try to check in on Saturday, assuming we have electricity and internet. I pray that any of you who are in the path of this storm stay very safe and warm. Weather events like these are why I dread winter the most. I am so looking forward to spring!
That is a great checklist. Hope you came through the storm without any difficulties.
I sure hope you stayed warm and cozy and safe dear Friend! We’re just back from travels to visit Annie in FL and it was so warm and lovely. Only to come back last night to frigid below zero winds. Brrr!! Although we are so used to it up here in the north. Stay cozy and safe. Your candles sound wonderful! And I love those sweet 💗 napkins. Blessings to you. xo
That is a great list and I hope it isn’t too bad. As long as power remains, I think I can make it! TJ Maxx is a great place for holiday finds. And let’s face it, for everything else too! Stay warm and enjoy your weekend!
Frigid temps and snow coming here as well. It will be super cold the rest of the month. I am so ready for spring. I pray for all the many people in front of this huge storm. Stay safe and warm.
I love those bath and body sales too. You did good!
The storm is really something. Here in Michigan, we’ve been in a storm since Sunday, lots and lots of snow, but now this terrible cold is coming. Losing power is my greatest fear as well, but you’re more at risk for that with the ice.
Stay safe and warm!
We, too, are expecting frigid temps and a lot of snow, maybe followed by ice. That’s a good checklist to consider. My husband is out now, seeing if our small portable generator works.
Good luck. I hope the storm is milder than they are predicting.