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11th Reader

10-23-2007, 12:56 PM

They are saying the Witch Creek Fire (isn't that the RSF fire?) and the La Jolla (Poomacha) fire will merge later today. They just repeated it. :shrug:

I just got off the phone with my sister and she said she heard the same thing...the RSF and La Jolla fires were predicted to merge in the canyon area.

Carol

10-23-2007, 12:56 PM

They are saying the Witch Creek Fire (isn't that the RSF fire?) and the La Jolla (Poomacha) fire will merge later today. They just repeated it. :shrug:

I could be very wrong! I have a really bad sense of which fire is which because they are so big. I thought it was the Gujito, or whatever fire that went though san pasqual that it would be merging with.

surfing_texan

10-23-2007, 01:00 PM

I just got off the phone with my sister and she said she heard the same thing...the RSF and La Jolla fires were predicted to merge in the canyon area.

I normally have a great sense of direction, but after hearing so much east of this west of that, etc, etc I'm totally lost. If the fires merge...what canyon/area specifically do they think it will be in?

mamalellie

10-23-2007, 01:03 PM

I thought the La Jolla fire was the Indian Reservation?

11th Reader

10-23-2007, 01:10 PM

I'm actually not sure, I just briefly talked to her and she said she just heard that on the news conference. I suppose it makes more sense, as I haven't heard of a fire in LJ yet (because Tummy stated that Jer(k) offered his place in LJ to everyone). I thought the fires in the reservations were already part of the Witch Creek Fires though....

surfing_texan

10-23-2007, 01:12 PM

the La Jolla fire is the one on the La Jolla Indian Reservation...I think its also called the Poomacha fire as somebody stated above

surfing_texan

10-23-2007, 01:13 PM

Does anybody know they'll let "normal" people volunteer to clean up once this is all over? I've had several Marines say they want to volunteer...but I don't have a clue if it would be allowed

Anybody know?

ElizabethAZ

10-23-2007, 01:16 PM

Thank you Shello....my parents' house is fine. It was a friend that lost hers.

Yay to whoever posted here first about all county schools being closed for the week. I called my mom to tell her and she is flying out here today!

Tex, sit tight. Keep that baby baking! Your other kids will understand when this is all over. :)

califbrat

10-23-2007, 01:21 PM

the La Jolla fire is the reservation.. has been in harms way a few times over the years

califbrat 18

califbrat

10-23-2007, 01:22 PM

your right surfing texan... bingo!!

SDGirl87

10-23-2007, 01:23 PM

They are asking us to conserve energy. With so many downed power lines, SDG&E is stretched to the max...

I have gone around my house and turned off and/or unplugged every unused thing I can think of. Unplugged clock in my guest room, unplugged my DVD and CD players, turned off my printer for my computer, unplugged all of my "glade plug ins" etc. Let's do our part :)

SDGirl87

10-23-2007, 01:24 PM

NEW: SOME RESIDENTS CAN RETURN HOME
According to Mayor Jerry Sanders, some residents are allowed to return home to areas evacuated because of the Witch Fire. Those areas include:

Del Mar Heights: South of Via de la Valle, west of Interstate 5 and north of Torrey Pines State Beach

Scripps Ranch: South of Beeler Canyon Road, west of Sycamore Canyon Road, east of Interstate 15 and north of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar

Transplant

10-23-2007, 01:26 PM

Gosh, everyone has been so great with offers of assistance and words of encouragement!

Quick update on my 7 y/o son (if i bore you to death, scroll down! :) )

He responded so well to the super strong IV antiobiotics over the last 18 or so hours (and they were talking 2-3 days in the hospital!) they brought one of their infectious disease doc's in this morning and he said he's out of the woods! We just got discharged with a 9 pills a day of the same medication and I'm going to go snuggle with him and watch a movie!!!!!!

Ok...so call me a freak, but here I sit at 5:45 a.m. on Tuesday morning wondering where the Charger game is going to be this Sunday? The stadium is the Red Cross command center? Anyone remember New Orleans? Now...not for a second do I think that our stadium is going to sustain that sort of harm or damage from our citizens...but what if they're still there?

During the Cedar fires, I had tickets to the Monday Night game here where the Chargers and Dolphins were to play (it was the first season we went without Jr. Seau and he was the starter for Miami!) I remember they re-scheduled (because the Q was still occupied by the evacuee's ) and relocated the game to Phoenix ( i couldn't make the drive out to phoenix..bummer!)

so I wonder since we were suppose to host this sunday's game, if they'll do the same and play in Phoenix???? Go Chargers!!!!!

MissThany

10-23-2007, 01:26 PM

Does anybody know they'll let "normal" people volunteer to clean up once this is all over? I've had several Marines say they want to volunteer...but I don't have a clue if it would be allowed

Anybody know?
I have some friends that are getting Red Cross trained right now somewhere off Genesee. I am not sure how they heard about it but that might be an option (not for you surfingtex!)

Anyone else remember how there were some problems when "regular people" tried to clean up last time? I think I had friends from church head to Crest to clean up and rebuild and were turned away. But then again, my memory isn't that great.

surfing_texan

10-23-2007, 01:30 PM

I just heard that the fires burning in Escondido near lake hodges/del dios are burning towards Harmony Grove/Elfin Forest and could potentially burn up and over Mt. Israel

Correct me if I'm wrong, but if it did make it up over Mt. Israel, that would put what areas in potential danger? Encinitas/Leucadia/Cardiff....the north county coastal region?

11th Reader

10-23-2007, 01:30 PM

Gosh, everyone has been so great with offers of assistance and words of encouragement!

Quick update on my 7 y/o son (if i bore you to death, scroll down! :) )

He responded so well to the super strong IV antiobiotics over the last 18 or so hours (and they were talking 2-3 days in the hospital!) they brought one of their infectious disease doc's in this morning and he said he's out of the woods! We just got discharged with a 9 pills a day of the same medication and I'm going to go snuggle with him and watch a movie!!!!!!

That's great news!!! I'm so happy to hear that! You're in Lemon Grove, right? I was going to check in with you because I just read that they were evacuating some parts of LG...you going to be ok?

Transplant

10-23-2007, 01:32 PM

That's great news!!! I'm so happy to hear that! You're in Lemon Grove, right? I was going to check in with you because I just read that they were evacuating some parts of LG...you going to be ok?

WHAT??? Okay, major shivers up and down my spine! Let me check online!

OneKidOneDogMom...are you online??????????????????

11th Reader

10-23-2007, 01:33 PM

Lemon Grove facility voluntarily evacuated
Posted @ 12:53 PM

Residents were voluntarily evacuated today from the Sun Garden Terrace assisted living facility in Lemon Grove.
The staff telephoned relatives of the roughly 60 people living at the facility, 2045 Skyline Dr., at 7:30 a.m., telling them to pick up residents as a precautionary measure.
Staff organized medication, clothing and other essentials for distribution to residents and the evacuation, for those with someone to stay with, was orderly.
Some residents packed up their belongings, only to be told by staff that they had no one coming to get them. Their concerns were eased by staff members who assured them that they would not be left alone.

-- Pauline Repard

11th Reader

10-23-2007, 01:34 PM

I understand it's a living facility and they're going to need to get them out quickly and it's easier to do that now...but I just got a bit worried since they're starting that process...so I wanted to make sure you were ok. Sorry if I'm scaring you unnecessarily! I don't know the LG area.

mamalellie

10-23-2007, 01:35 PM

Here is a great link for current information
http://twitter.com/kpbsnews

Transplant

10-23-2007, 01:38 PM

I understand it's a living facility and they're going to need to get them out quickly and it's easier to do that now...but I just got a bit worried since they're starting that process...so I wanted to make sure you were ok. Sorry if I'm scaring you unnecessarily! I don't know the LG area.

With the severity of these fires, there is no such thing as "scaring you unnecessarily"!!!!!

That's the SSE end of LG...just sent OneKidOneDogMom a mssg to give me a ring! I looked out the back window after i read your message and it's definitely brownish since we arrived home.

I'll check and see where they think the fire danger is coming from....

Thanks for the heads up 11R. Unfortunately i don't want my son listening to the news and have been "slightly" out of the loop on evac's except for "Y'all's" postings.

SDReadhead

10-23-2007, 01:40 PM

I'm trying my best to stay calm and upbeat. I sent my kids with my mother in law to Texas on a flight that left slightly under an hour ago. I'm happy they're going to be safe, and in a place where they can breathe good air..but it makes me uneasy in a sense as well to not have them with me.

Doc ordered me on total bed rest, no more than 2 pillows behind my back. So I'm in bed at the military lodge and my husband ordered me to stay here until he gets back, or they say our area is 100% safe. I'm not having actual contractions right now, but the cramping is getting worse.

But when asked how I am I'm responding with "worse than some, but better than most". I know there are many San Diegans, some of you included, who have suffered great losses, or are displaced, or are facing any number of other problems. My heart goes out to each and every one of you, and right about now God is probably wishing I would take a break and stop talking his ear off.

Hey, surfer girl, you get some sleep and wait for your man to return. Your babies are off on a grand adventure and their little lungs will thank you for keeping them breathing pure air. I'll talk to God on your behalf for awhile. Get some sleep so you and one of our "Junior Non-listeners" to be can be all rested when your hubby gets home.

MissThany

10-23-2007, 01:42 PM

"Junior Non-listeners"

That made me giggle.

Carol

10-23-2007, 01:43 PM

part of the VC fire is one street away from my husband's parents house :( He is freaking out, and his dad has not left the house yet, I assume/hoe he has by now... :(

For anyone with people in VC, the fire is being reported on Yellowbrick road to me, which is off of fruitvale. I was told this by residents in the area, so I assume it is reliable, but not confirmed by ANY offical sources.

....but then again I also thought the two fires that were merging in the area were the wrong two sooo.....:rolleyes:

SDReadhead

10-23-2007, 01:48 PM

I have some friends that are getting Red Cross trained right now somewhere off Genesee. I am not sure how they heard about it but that might be an option (not for you surfingtex!)

Anyone else remember how there were some problems when "regular people" tried to clean up last time? I think I had friends from church head to Crest to clean up and rebuild and were turned away. But then again, my memory isn't that great.

I don't know about clean up volunteers, but as for current volunteers, my kids (14 and 15) just showed up at their high school today (it's an evac center in north county) and said, "Put me to work." They just sent me a text message saying my son was putting together cots from Camp Pendleton and my daughter was charged with playing with people's preschoolers to give the parents a bit of a break. I'm home taking care of an elderly family friend who had to evacuate his house. We just got back from a pharmacy because he left with none of his meds (the poor dear was in a panic!)

Jake your daughter is blessed to have such a loving, caring father. You, sir, are a truly Big Deal.

Transplant

10-23-2007, 01:49 PM

I understand it's a living facility and they're going to need to get them out quickly and it's easier to do that now...but I just got a bit worried since they're starting that process...so I wanted to make sure you were ok. Sorry if I'm scaring you unnecessarily! I don't know the LG area.

I can't find anything online with all the suggested websites the DCM's have posted and the call in line is busy non-stop..(gee, imagine that!)

Now what???

SDReadhead

10-23-2007, 01:51 PM

Hey, guys, I just found out the DC band is safe and sound! They were temporarily evacuated, but they're back to provide sweet music to soothe all of the frayed nerves of our club members.

This one goes out to all of our temporarily displaced members along with Dreamer's man who is keeping us all safe!

:fro: :guitar: :drums: :sing:

DreamerGal

10-23-2007, 01:55 PM

I can't find anything online with all the suggested websites the DCM's have posted and the call in line is busy non-stop..(gee, imagine that!)

Now what???

Did you try: http://www.fox6.com/
http://www.10news.com/index.html
http://www.kusi.com/
http://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/index.html
http://www.cbs8.com/

DreamerGal

10-23-2007, 01:58 PM

Hey, guys, I just found out the DC band is safe and sound! They were temporarily evacuated, but they're back to provide sweet music to soothe all of the frayed nerves of our club members.

This one goes out to all of our temporarily displaced members along with Dreamer's man who is keeping us all safe!

:fro: :guitar: :drums: :sing:

Thanks, RedHead. I appreciate the dedicaton. My guy is fine, he said they're slowly burning areas out around homes in the Harris fire. I also heard on the news that the wind has changed and they were able to get 12 good drops of water on the San Miguel Mountain and take the heat out of the head of that fire.

Good news!!! I cannot WAIT to hold my man!!! (I feel like a kid at Christmas time waiting to open presents!)

DreamerGal

10-23-2007, 02:00 PM

TexSurfer, I hope you're feeling better, and I'm soooo glad for you that your man is coming home. When should he arrive?

Transplant

10-23-2007, 02:10 PM

Hey, guys, I just found out the DC band is safe and sound! They were temporarily evacuated, but they're back to provide sweet music to soothe all of the frayed nerves of our club members.

This one goes out to all of our temporarily displaced members along with Dreamer's man who is keeping us all safe!

:fro: :guitar: :drums: :sing:

they're traveling in a van with an Polka/accordian band out of San Diego and are having a "jammin'" good time!

Transplant

10-23-2007, 02:13 PM

Did you try: http://www.fox6.com/
http://www.10news.com/index.html
http://www.kusi.com/
http://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/index.html
http://www.cbs8.com/

Yup...all of them and a few others...they're a few hours behind on posting new info.

Just spoke to a friend who runs a DJ business. He called the Q and altho it took him 2 hours to get into the Q (he only lives 4 miles from there!)...they're setting him up to entertain the evacuee's for the next 8 hours!

Come on out San Diego...show the rest of the country how crises are handled and how everyone pitches in!!!!!

Daisy CA

10-23-2007, 02:17 PM

I was planning on dropping off some food and other donations at Qualcomm today, but just heard on the radio that they are turning people away who want to donate! They have all the food and supplies they need, so they are sending donations to other evacuation sites. Pretty amazing. The video footage at Qualcomm shows people looking in good spirits considering the circumstances. Glad to see everyone pulling together and staying positive.

BebeSD

10-23-2007, 02:21 PM

Here is a great link for current information
http://twitter.com/kpbsnews

Great link mamalellie... thanks!

IMISSLEO

10-23-2007, 02:29 PM

HI,
Not sure who but someone was asking earlier about Ramona. This is a brief update as of about 2 p.m.

Evacuation order for Ramona remains in effect. Residents advised to stay out of the area. Fire is active in Highland Valley and Mt. Woodson areas.

Does anyone have any info about the cottages in Lake Hodges between the lake and the Del Dios Hwy? It looked safe last night but can't get any update today? Thanks and everyone be safe. We in Arizona are thinking about all of you and aching for the city we miss--SD rocks!

surfing_texan

10-23-2007, 02:31 PM

TexSurfer, I hope you're feeling better, and I'm soooo glad for you that your man is coming home. When should he arrive?

He'll be here sometime between 8 Wednesday night and 8 Thursday morning. My cramping is getting worse and I think I'm starting to have cotractions again but I'm trying to wait for him to get here...don't know if I can.

I hope everybody else is safe and sound...I'm sure this sounds awful...but don't relax too much and let your guards down. Things can change in a matter of minutes. When this is all over we had better still be 120+ strong

surfing_texan

10-23-2007, 02:32 PM

HI,
Not sure who but someone was asking earlier about Ramona. This is a brief update as of about 2 p.m.

Evacuation order for Ramona remains in effect. Residents advised to stay out of the area. Fire is active in Highland Valley and Mt. Woodson areas.

Does anyone have any info about the cottages in Lake Hodges between the lake and the Del Dios Hwy? It looked safe last night but can't get any update today? Thanks and everyone be safe. We in Arizona are thinking about all of you and aching for the city we miss--SD rocks!

Some of them have sadly been lost. www.cbs8.com has live coverage and 1 or 2 reporters in the area

IMISSLEO

10-23-2007, 02:34 PM

Some of them have sadly been lost. www.cbs8.com has live coverage and 1 or 2 reporters in the area

Thank you so much for the info. Stay safe!

texasmommy

10-23-2007, 02:38 PM

He'll be here sometime between 8 Wednesday night and 8 Thursday morning. My cramping is getting worse and I think I'm starting to have cotractions again but I'm trying to wait for him to get here...don't know if I can.

I hope everybody else is safe and sound...I'm sure this sounds awful...but don't relax too much and let your guards down. Things can change in a matter of minutes. When this is all over we had better still be 120+ strong

Can you go to the hospital and just wait there for him? Where are you supposed to deliver?

snoopiebug

10-23-2007, 02:40 PM

Surfin_texan how close are your contractions?
Have you called your doctor again?

DreamerGal

10-23-2007, 02:41 PM

He'll be here sometime between 8 Wednesday night and 8 Thursday morning. My cramping is getting worse and I think I'm starting to have cotractions again but I'm trying to wait for him to get here...don't know if I can.

I hope everybody else is safe and sound...I'm sure this sounds awful...but don't relax too much and let your guards down. Things can change in a matter of minutes. When this is all over we had better still be 120+ strong

Hang on, Tex. Put your ear phones back in. Listen to some soothing music, turn off the news!!! Do what you can to keep that little bun baking. My prayers are with you.

11th Reader

10-23-2007, 02:46 PM

Hang on, Tex. Put your ear phones back in. Listen to some soothing music, turn off the news!!! Do what you can to keep that little bun baking. My prayers are with you.

I think the band needs to come back out and play an encore for Surfing_Tex!

snoopiebug

10-23-2007, 02:49 PM

Stupid question Surfin
not like you haven't heard it before
are you drinking water and lying on your left side?

surfing_texan

10-23-2007, 02:52 PM

Can you go to the hospital and just wait there for him? Where are you supposed to deliver?

I'm supposed to deliver at Scripps in La Jolla. The doctor I saw last night told me the best thing to keep track of is how much the baby is moving...and she is definitely moving.

11th Reader

10-23-2007, 02:55 PM

I know someone was talking about wanting to drop off donations at Qualcomm.

This just got posted.

Donation needed at Qualcomm include boys clothing (4-7), girl’s/women's underwear (8-14), socks, clothing, face towels, ziplock bags

surfing_texan

10-23-2007, 02:55 PM

Stupid question Surfin
not like you haven't heard it before
are you drinking water and lying on your left side?

Lots of water, and staying on my left side until my legs fall asleep or my hip starts to ache..then I shift around for a few minutes, and go right back to my side

snoopiebug

10-23-2007, 03:08 PM

good good....when you went in to dr last night are you dialated at all?
so easy for me to say but relax no worries.....
had 3 preemies so know what you are feeling

O.B.ehave!

10-23-2007, 03:15 PM

I just wanted to share the following e-mail excerpt with all of you. It was written by my mom. Although she and my dad reside in a "safe" area of San Diego (southeast Del Cerro), she is still very emotionally affected by what is happening and I wanted to share her observations with you all because I think my mom is a very compelling writer. A bit of raw, human, non-media-entrenched editorial. I myself have added the bracketed notes in lieu of actual names or where context is needed:

... I was awake, too [last night]--the smell of smoke in the house just seemed so strong--made me nervous--all the doors and windows were closed and still it was acrid and bitter. Around 1:30 I wondered if the news stations were still on--TWO were, and they were covering that fire that had just broken out on Mount Miguel! They said loads of Spring Valley people were awake and ready to run--I heard on the radio this morning (much more immediate than TV somehow, though NPR was off the air, probably due to the fire on Mt. Miguel--all those TV and cell phone towers!) that people in Dictionary Hill (near Sweetwater Reservoir) saw flames three feet from their homes--yikes. They all went to Qualcomm Stadium, which is NOT the best place, no matter what our Mayor Sanders is proclaiming.

SO MUCH is going on that we do not know about. I think the TV people are "holding back"--the radio people DO NOT! I was stunned at the difference in the reporting--the radio was simply raw--I was listening to KOGO--it was non-stop people calling in from everywhere, in tears, in shock--had no clue what to do--no firemen anywhere--where do they GO?

I got a very teary, frightened call from [a friend who lives in Julian whose house burned down in the '03 fires and she and her boyfriend are STILL in the process of finishing the interior of their rebuilt house--with all the insurance woes, it's been a loooong process!] this morning--she can see the fires sort of "turning" with the wind shifts--yesterday, during the worst of it, the winds were blowing the fire away from them--this morning, it was moving closer. Naturally, it frightens her to death. She said [her boyfriend] was so in his own head (with frustration) yesterday that he said barely two words--yesterday "put him behind a day" on finishing the house--they both want to move TODAY--seriously. She said she doesn't even care if she doesn't have a job in Oregon yet--she just wants to GO.

Their sprinkler system ($20,000 to put in--mandatory) is on the INSIDE of the house--what good is that, she asked! She is frustrated beyond belief--her parents had to evacuate Rancho Bernardo, but her dad, who is in constant denial about life in general with her sh*tty mother, called this morning--bouncy, perky--LAUGHING--they evacuated to Solana Beach (but the people are evacuating from there, too!)--she said she could have killed him--and Arnold S. last night at Qualcomm--"these people are happy!"--well, of course, the first half hour of "evacuating your home" is a small adventure, fueled by adrenalin and shock--then it's cold, cold reality--

They were saying on the radio that TODAY the people at Qualcomm--thousands and thousands--are just wandering the parking lot--those with pets are not allowed into the stadium itself so these people desperately need sunscreen, lip balm and WATER--it's not Happy Camp at all--AND they need ready-made food, not cooked--too messy--they need donated sandwiches. It's sort of played-down chaos.

California, as we (and you) knew it, is most likely OVER. There is not a real "recovery" possible from this massive fire because WE HAVE NO WATER. [Her friend in Julian] said people in Julian (especially those "once burned") were acting CRAZY yesterday--really sort of frighteningly crazy. She said she and [her boyfriend] would absolutely REFUSE to evacuate if told to do so--they own a barren field across Highway 79--not a twig in evidence--she said they would just go over there and sit in the middle and watch all of it burn again. She actually said during that last fire six weeks ago that she would seriously consider killing herself if they had no hope of selling the house or if it burned should there be another fire. She is so DONE.

She was a bit unhinged--she wanted me to talk to her about the spiritual overlay of all of this (which I do not believe in whatsoever)--but "cosmic rewards" do come to mind.....!! Sh*t!

I was in Vons and the woman in front of me was with her teenaged daughter, and both of them looked AWFUL--pale, tired--they acted strangely--in shock--their check did not go through and the mother began crying because they had evacuated from Rancho Bernardo and were staying up the road at a friend's house on Lake Murray--they needed tons of things. She had gotten her 80-year-old mother into the car after midnight the night before, but her mom had not grabbed her dead husband's letters from the War or any of her paintings (she is an artist), and the whole house burned down--the teenager had friends in Malibu who said no one would believe what's going on up there--and surrounding areas--even Westwood? I have not heard anything much about those suburbs in L.A.

I told her I would gladly buy her groceries, but she mostly needed CASH over the amount--so she used some sort of credit card--she was in so much shock--I could tell she was not able to function--she hugged and hugged me and cried--SH*T! This is REAL! These are displaced people who are lost.....in my old, normal Vons!

I also drove down Spring Street (this is how deranged I am) to try to get [her husband/my Dad] his favorite donut holes (?????) Am I nuts? Of course the place was closed--but I did look up and saw Mount Miguel ON FIRE--it was so terrible! It IS huge!

Right then on the radio they said that Chertoff and FEMA had arrived--oh, good grief. Big f*cking deal. Maybe they tugged a porta-potty with them on the plane. Thanks, guys! (I am hopelessly cynical.)

TJLuv

10-23-2007, 03:22 PM

my husband told me that a comprehensive list of homes lost was on www.sandiego.gov, but I'm unable to access the site. Can someone else try?

SDchick

10-23-2007, 03:26 PM

He'll be here sometime between 8 Wednesday night and 8 Thursday morning. My cramping is getting worse and I think I'm starting to have cotractions again but I'm trying to wait for him to get here...don't know if I can.

I hope everybody else is safe and sound...I'm sure this sounds awful...but don't relax too much and let your guards down. Things can change in a matter of minutes. When this is all over we had better still be 120+ strong
Oh mama! I just read! Hang in there, Lady, and take care.

I'm at home for the week, but I'm on sloooowww dial-up, so I may not be on that often, but I wanted to let everyone know I'm thinking of ya'll, and that Santee is safe and sound.

-----------------
DC member #35, with #'s 35A and 35B due in February!

DeeTroit

10-23-2007, 03:36 PM

A friend of mine just purchase a lot of items to donate and took them to Qualcomm but they turned her away. Originally was told depends for the seniors, things for the kids, wipes etc. We were not able to find any other locations accepting other than Fallbrook and El Toro which aren't really feasible. Anyone else hear anything?

11th Reader

10-23-2007, 03:36 PM

my husband told me that a comprehensive list of homes lost was on www.sandiego.gov, but I'm unable to access the site. Can someone else try?

I just checked it out, but couldn't find anything at all. I'm keeping an eye out though on this page. Maybe I missed it, did anyone else catch anything?

O.B.ehave!

10-23-2007, 03:39 PM

A friend of mine just purchase a lot of items to donate and took them to Qualcomm but they turned her away. Originally was told depends for the seniors, things for the kids, wipes etc. We were not able to find any other locations accepting other than Fallbrook and El Toro which aren't really feasible. Anyone else hear anything?

I heard this morning that San Diego High School took on a lot of senior evacuees. Maybe at least you can bring the Depends for them over there...?

mamalellie

10-23-2007, 03:40 PM

Try this link
http://www.cbs8.com/misc/fires_oct_07/homes_destroyed.htmlhttp://www.cbs8.com/misc/fires_oct_07/homes_destroyed.html

sorry about the double link!

DeeTroit

10-23-2007, 03:40 PM

I tried the site but it wouldn't come up. The homes were listed by District, so you had to go in to a specific District 9at least thats how it was earlier today. I'll keep checking...

DeeTroit

10-23-2007, 03:41 PM

For live News coverage, tune in to Channel 8, or Channel 708 in HD

UPDATED: Tuesday, October 23, 2007 1:56 PM

HOMES COMPLETELY DESTROYED

Please note: The following homes have been confirmed destroyed by News 8 reporters on the ground. This list is not official, or complete.
Rancho Santa Fe
Caminito Selva
6125, 6129, 6131

Zumaque St
16655, 16526, 16755, 16729, 16583, 16555

Sicomoro
16439

Vista Rancho Ct.
7499
Rancho Bernardo Area

Valladares Drive:
17616, 17788, 17848, 17635, 17605

Jocatal Court
11686

Cabella Drive:
18013, 17995, 17987, 17961, 11488, 11449

Aliento Court:
11552, 11533, 11523, 11512

Duenda Rd:
11478, 11479, 11469, 11468, 11464, 11458, 11459

Azucar Way:
17885, 17864, 17865, 17816, 17824, 17808

Aquamiel:
21 Homes

Bellechase Circle:
17796, 17792, 17788, 17782, 17776

Tetagnier Circle
12095

Matinal Circle
10667, 14342

Escoba Place:
4 Homes

Danza Circle:
11517, 11534, 11537, 11524

Palito Court:
11529, 11536

Alcalda Street:
11476, 11460

Ipai Court
11072

Locksley
18682, 18683, 18689, 18697, 18667, 18666,18658, 18642, 18621

Lancashire Way
18560-18690

Sun Maiden Court
18181, 18187 (mostly destroyed)

Poblado Road
Several condos (La Terraza)

Valladares Drive:
17616, 17788, 17848, 17635, 17605

Moon Song
18285 (mostly destroyed, some items saved)
Poway

Sagewood Drive
13956

Country Day Road:
4 houses

Horizon Court
14326, 14310, 14325, 14342

Twisted Ranch Road
14341, 14366, 14386, 14376
Escondido

Avenida Amorosa
3510, 3522, 3542

Terra Vista Place
3919, 3925, 3932, 3965
Calle Florecita
201

Lomas Serenas
3414, 3425

PaintDry

10-23-2007, 03:45 PM

On the SignOn website they have a Help Blog that lists all sorts of things-where to volunteer, pepole who want to help, agencies and what they need. I tell you, after reading this site and reading the help blog, it just makes me want to cry at how generous and kind people are. Go to http://helpsandiego.blogspot.com/

DC #92

snoopiebug

10-23-2007, 03:47 PM

diggin around sandiego.gov
on memo from Mayor Jerry Sanders
that they were going to post a list affected structures this afternoon maybe just not up yet?

iamsheens

10-23-2007, 03:50 PM

I found this its not confirmed but its what new reporters have seen burnt

HOMES COMPLETELY DESTROYED

Please note: The following homes have been confirmed destroyed by News 8 reporters on the ground. This list is not official, or complete.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Rancho Santa Fe
Caminito Selva
6125 6129 6131

Zumaque St
16525 16583 16655 16729 16755

Avenida Louise
2 Homes

El Sicomoro
16439 (2 Homes)

Vista Rancho Ct.
7499

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Rancho Bernardo Area
Valladares Drive
17605 17616 17635 17788 17848

Jocatal Court
11686

Cabella Drive:
11449 11488 17961 17987 17995 18013

Aliento Court:
11512 11523 11533 11552

Duenda Rd:
11458 11459 11464 11468 11469 11478 11479

Azucar Way:
17808 17816 17824 17864 17865 17885

Aquamiel:
21 Homes

Bellechase Circle:
17776 17782 17788 17792 17796

Tetagnier Circle
12095

Matinal Circle
10667 14342
Escoba Place:
4 Homes

Danza Circle
11517 11524 11534 11537

Palito Court:
11529 11536

Alcalda Street:
11460 11476

Ipai Court
11072

Locksley
18621 18642 18658 18666 18667 18682 18683 18689 18697

Lancashire Way
18560-18690

Sun Maiden Court
18181, 18187 (mostly destroyed)

Poblado Road
Several condos (La Terraza)

Valladares Drive:
17605 17616 17635 17788 17848

Moon Song
18285 (mostly destroyed, some items saved)

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Poway
Sagewood Drive
13956

Country Day Road:
4 houses
Horizon Court
14310 14325 14326 14342

Twisted Branch Road
14341 14366 14376 14386

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Escondido
Calle Florecita
201
Lomas Serenas
3414 3425
Del Dios
Avenida Amorosa
3510 3522 3542

Terra Vista Place
3919 3925 3932 3965

Calle Florecita
201

Lomas Serenas
3414 3425

HOMES SAVED
Rancho Santa Fe
Zumaque St
16138 16187 16744 16750

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Del Dios
Lake Drive
19919 19988 20012 21000 20048ABC&D
Restaurants
The Blue Gill and Hernandez Hideaway

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Texasgirl

10-23-2007, 03:55 PM

Can anyone tell me about the reverse 911 call to Rancho San Diego? It was on the Sign on san diego web site which has had really good info. Then people posted that the call was a mistake and channel 7 had confirmed that. Damn, Rancho San Diego just went by the crawler on Ch. 7, but I didn't catch the Spanish fast enough. It looks fine here in El Cajon, but if you hear, let me know.

Thank you!

O.B.ehave!

10-23-2007, 03:58 PM

Yes, the reverse 911 call to Rancho San Diego was a mistake. I just heard channel 7 confirm that again.

11th Reader

10-23-2007, 04:05 PM

Partial list of homes destroyed in RSF.

http://www.rsf-fire.org/news/incident.asp

Texasgirl

10-23-2007, 04:05 PM

Channel 7 just confirmed the reverse 911 for Rancho was an error!

eyeseeyou

10-23-2007, 04:12 PM

http://genesis.sannet.gov/infospc/templates/cd5/images/pdf/homes_destroyed_in_rancho_bernardo.pdf

Layla

10-23-2007, 04:16 PM

As the mayor of CV is on the news saying all is well and go back home, our tenants in NorthWest CV are getting reverse 911 calls! What the heck.

OneKidOneDogMom

10-23-2007, 04:52 PM

Just an update from the Lemon Grove contingent - Transplant and I had a nice phone conversation this afternoon...we literally are neighbors!

I haven't heard anything more about Lemon Grove being evacuated - I think they were just doing that convalescent/senior home as a precautionary measure...we're only 7 miles east of Downtown so I think it would be BIG NEWS if they started evacuating us...

Still sending thoughts and prayers to all of you that are affected by this in any way. If I can help out, please just PM me!

SDGirl87

10-23-2007, 04:58 PM

My church will be taking donations to drop off at Qualcomm starting tomorrow (Wednesday). Here's the info:

College Avenue Baptist Church
4747 College Avenue
San Diego, CA 92115

The high school ministry at College Avenue is coordinating an effort to collect needed items for those displaced by the fires. We are looking for clothing, bedding (pillows, sheets, blankets), water, packaged foods, skin lotion, sunscreen, chapstick, kid's games, playing cards, and toiletries.

You can drop off your donations this Wednesday through Friday, Oct. 24-26, from 9am to 4pm at Adams Hall.(Adams Hall is located at the south end of the church property) The donations will then be delivered to Qualcomm Stadium and Goodwill Centers for distribution.

The high school ministry could use some additional volunteers for this project. If you are interested, please contact Brett Murdock via email at [email protected]

YoungAmerican

10-23-2007, 05:15 PM

For those of us from Escondido they are suppose to be posting info occasionally on the city of Escondido website, here is the link to the update pages. http://www.ci.escondido.ca.us/news/index.html#News

SDGirl87

10-23-2007, 05:18 PM

Tuesday October 23, 2007 3pm
Tuesday, October 23, 2007 at 6:24pm

Tuesday October 23, 2007 3pm: I'm home in PQ. I haven't seen anything new on this area being evacuated and I drove to the house and everything seems fine. I know that I shouldn't of, but I did. I know winds can change in a second, but nevertheless, I am home and it feels good. I'm here with Michelle and we're just watching the news. Michelle lives right across the way from San Diego Wild Animal Park, so taking the car and driving up to her house is a little different than going to my house, because her home is right in the middle of it all. She has a answering maching (not voicemail system) at home, so she calls it to see if it's on, because when it's on her home is standing, if the line is dead or just rings, it may be a different story. (gee, I wonder where THAT idea came from...[insert "replay music"] "GOOD NEWS!! My Mom's house is still standing! We don't know what condition it's in, but they called their answering machine from the Red Cross Shelter this morning...and it PICKED UP!!! That means that there is still power AND an answering machine that works. I'm so relieved. I wish this was everyone's story...but I know it won't be." (posted by me at 7:51 a.m. this morning!!!)

Tomorrow I see my kids, but I'm hearing various stories on if you can get up there or not. I need to see them. Although, it seems as if things are getting better with the fires and we're on track to be okay, I just want to see my kids. I hope the wind dies down and the fires are handled. I hear stories about the 15 being closed and then I hear stories of people being able to go up there.

I called Qualcomm and the Fairgrounds to arrange for me to buy like 100 cheeseburgers and buckets of chicken for the familes that are staying at these places, but each official told me that they have plenty of food, which is awesome to hear. They told me they needs masks, so I need to figure that out. Do you know where to get those masks? Maybe I should just buy a 100-200 bandanas???

It feels good to be home in PQ, but I think I should listen to the officals and leave. Michelle and I are checking up on my mom in a few minutes. She sounds great.

One thing that I'm really glad to be part of are the emails going back and forth with all the regulars and original walkers on the hikes. We are all emailing and checking up on eachother. I am so happy we have that friendship going on with that group.

Oh yeah: I've been eating really bad over the last 2 days. I let the fires be my excuse to eat bad instead of eating smart through this ordeal. (note from me: that's funny I've had NO appetite for the last 2 days and have barely eaten. Interesting.)

Lets talk soon and GOD BLESS US ALL!

zodiac

10-23-2007, 05:22 PM

Is anybody else just amazed that there's only been one fatality due to these fires??
I think it's speaks volumes of the police and fire departments and the reverse 911 calls.
Keep up the great work men and women!

OneKidOneDogMom

10-23-2007, 05:32 PM

I wish we had a rating system for posts like they do in the Craigslist forums - you can give people + or - points (up to 5 either way) based on whether you agree or disagree...it's a nice way to support a person and their posts.

I'd give every single one of us a +5 (really a +1000 if that was possible!) - it's so great to see how we've all been supportive and helped each other.

I love you guys!

YoungAmerican

10-23-2007, 05:39 PM

We love you too OneKidOneDogMom

iamsheens

10-23-2007, 05:41 PM

Tuesday October 23, 2007 3pm
Tuesday, October 23, 2007 at 6:24pm

Tuesday October 23, 2007 3pm: I'm home in PQ. I haven't seen anything new on this area being evacuated and I drove to the house and everything seems fine. I know that I shouldn't of, but I did. I know winds can change in a second, but nevertheless, I am home and it feels good. I'm here with Michelle and we're just watching the news. Michelle lives right across the way from San Diego Wild Animal Park, so taking the car and driving up to her house is a little different than going to my house, because her home is right in the middle of it all. She has a answering maching (not voicemail system) at home, so she calls it to see if it's on, because when it's on her home is standing, if the line is dead or just rings, it may be a different story. (gee, I wonder where THAT idea came from...[insert "replay music"] "GOOD NEWS!! My Mom's house is still standing! We don't know what condition it's in, but they called their answering machine from the Red Cross Shelter this morning...and it PICKED UP!!! That means that there is still power AND an answering machine that works. I'm so relieved. I wish this was everyone's story...but I know it won't be." (posted by me at 7:51 a.m. this morning!!!)

Tomorrow I see my kids, but I'm hearing various stories on if you can get up there or not. I need to see them. Although, it seems as if things are getting better with the fires and we're on track to be okay, I just want to see my kids. I hope the wind dies down and the fires are handled. I hear stories about the 15 being closed and then I hear stories of people being able to go up there.

I called Qualcomm and the Fairgrounds to arrange for me to buy like 100 cheeseburgers and buckets of chicken for the familes that are staying at these places, but each official told me that they have plenty of food, which is awesome to hear. They told me they needs masks, so I need to figure that out. Do you know where to get those masks? Maybe I should just buy a 100-200 bandanas???

It feels good to be home in PQ, but I think I should listen to the officals and leave. Michelle and I are checking up on my mom in a few minutes. She sounds great.

One thing that I'm really glad to be part of are the emails going back and forth with all the regulars and original walkers on the hikes. We are all emailing and checking up on eachother. I am so happy we have that friendship going on with that group.

Oh yeah: I've been eating really bad over the last 2 days. I let the fires be my excuse to eat bad instead of eating smart through this ordeal. (note from me: that's funny I've had NO appetite for the last 2 days and have barely eaten. Interesting.)

Lets talk soon and GOD BLESS US ALL!

Just an observation but does anyone else think tommy is checking up on here and seeing how close everyone is and then saying his group of hikers have that same closeness? It just seems suspicious but during this time everyone is probably checking in with everyone...I guess his constant lying just always makes me suspicious of what he says.

Also, I wonder if he read online or heard that they don't need anymore food and that's why he put it on his blog to make him seem like a good guy...maybe again he has good intentions, I dunno but he makes me so suspcious, I really hate being that way.

I just wanted to say to jake and anyone else that lost a house I'm so sorry for your loss but at least everyone is safe and houses can be rebuilt. If anyone needs anything please let me know. Im not sure what I could provide in another state but if anyone is lacking any sort of supplies or anything let me know. I'm glad to help out in any way possible.

Also, has anyone heard about the lakeside fire evacations? Did anything come of that fire? When I talked to my mom this morning she said that the evacuations were beginning over by the santee/lakeside border on 67? I think thats what she said...I have been at work all day and havent been able to talk with her. I talked to my brother's girlfriend (who is pregnant) last night and she said that her mom may have had to evacuate. I'm just worried for my bro's gf cause she is pregnant and was told by her dr to stay indoors due to the air quality. I guess she has been getting asthma attacks and her lungs are really weak and her chest is hurting so I hope she and the baby are okay.
My mom also said her work may be one of the businesses in Rancho Bernardo to have been burnt down or at least have fire damage.

I just hope things get better before they get any worse. Sorry for the long post...it just sucks being in another state. People here are oblivious to what is going on in California and when I try to express my concerns to people they don't care that Im being effected by this fire even if Im not there. It sucks that people aren't more sympathetic to tragedies that don't involve them in any way.

I also heard an adult at my work ask where southern california was at...I sometimes really hate the stupidity of people...anyways thanks for listening..

I must get back to studying for my test tommorow...its virtually impossible to study when all I can do is worry.

Oh and one more question...is the wild animal park burning down? I dunno I heard that they were evacuating animals but I was just wondering..thanks

SDGirl87

10-23-2007, 05:52 PM

"just sucks being in another state. People here are oblivious to what is going on in California and when I try to express my concerns to people they don't care that Im being effected by this fire even if Im not there."

I was in Alabama for the 2003 fires, but my family was here. I totally understand. The news available on the internet is pretty accurate this time around. Thank you for your concern and well wishes. It DOES help. It really does.

MomCat

10-23-2007, 06:04 PM

I live in Lakeside, and really the only evac is at 11310 Willow Rd, which is about 1.5 miles North of El Cap High School,and from Poway to Lakeside on then 67, we never heard anything about a general evac of all of Lakeside. Also, to answer a statement from a little bit ago that only 1 person has died, has sadly been updated. Just saw on the news that I beleive a total of 5 have perished. I think they said 3 were elderly folks who couln't take the strain. Bless their sweet hearts. My Mom was in a care facility until about a year ago, and I can't imagine them having to move her. Everyone take good care..IGod bless and protect our firefighters....

insightbyjake

10-23-2007, 06:09 PM

Is anybody else just amazed that there's only been one fatality due to these fires??
I think it's speaks volumes of the police and fire departments and the reverse 911 calls.
Keep up the great work men and women!

After reading FH's blog, it's amazing the wrong person was a statistic. 100 cheeseburgers and buckets of chicken??? What's he buying for, Wimpy's family reunion and a free screening of House Party II?

Love to all who sent such kind notes. Thousands more worth your thoughts than me.

The fact is, we're now not certain of damage. We've been told there were some errors in "tagging" properties. Makes sense, since it's seems to be difficult to identify homes with a 2000 degree fire tanning one's backside.

Although, I was wondering, if a "reverse-911" in Rancho San Diego is inaccurate, does that mean it becomes a regular "911?" Like, the fire department is calling me at "911" asking to confirm what info. they need? I think I'll trust the old ringing church bell to warn me from now on.

Final laptop thought....my kid said something cute this morning (okay EVERYBODY"S kid says cute things --- I get it):

"Daddy, I think they should say, 'If you live east of Nevada and Arizona, and south of Oregon, west of the Pacific, and north of Mexico,.....you are in a mandatory evacuation zone.'"

On a dirty asphalt top, lying in a sleeping bag, a kid showed me, it's about our attitude and how we connect -- it's not what we have. We laughed for quite awhile....

Soon, we'll see if we need new "stuff."

Either way, I'm a bit happier since joining this thread. God Bless you all!

OneKidOneDogMom

10-23-2007, 06:09 PM

I was just reading about the deaths "during this firestorm" -

1 man died while trying to save his property in Potrero. His son and 4 firefighters are in the hospital in critical/stable condition

3 elderly people (over 85) died while in the evacuation process (natural causes/stroke/heart attack, etc.)

1 senior woman (63?) died after being evacuated and falling in a restaurant

I don't remember which website I was on when I read this - I've got about six windows open at any given time, flipping between them all trying to find out the latest...

DreamerGal

10-23-2007, 06:17 PM

After reading FH's blog, it's amazing the wrong person was a statistic. 100 cheeseburgers and buckets of chicken??? What's he buying for, Wimpy's family reunion and a free screening of House Party II?

Love to all who sent such kind notes. Thousands more worth your thoughts than me.

The fact is, we're now not certain of damage. We've been told there were some errors in "tagging" properties. Makes sense, since it's seems to be difficult to identify homes with a 2000 degree fire tanning one's backside.

Although, I was wondering, if a "reverse-911" in Rancho San Diego is inaccurate, does that mean it becomes a regular "911?" Like, the fire department is calling me at "911" asking to confirm what info. they need? I think I'll trust the old ringing church bell to warn me from now on.

Final laptop thought....my kid said something cute this morning (okay EVERYBODY"S kid says cute things --- I get it):

"Daddy, I think they should say, 'If you live east of Nevada and Arizona, and south of Oregon, west of the Pacific, and north of Mexico,.....you are in a mandatory evacuation zone.'"

On a dirty asphalt top, lying in a sleeping bag, a kid showed me, it's about our attitude and how we connect -- it's not what we have. We laughed for quite awhile....

Soon, we'll see if we need new "stuff."

Either way, I'm a bit happier since joining this thread. God Bless you all!

God Bless YOU, Jake. You and yours. Your kids are lucky to have you guiding them with your wit, heart and eloquence.

surfing_texan

10-23-2007, 06:46 PM

On a dirty asphalt top, lying in a sleeping bag, a kid showed me, it's about our attitude and how we connect -- it's not what we have. We laughed for quite awhile....

Soon, we'll see if we need new "stuff."

Either way, I'm a bit happier since joining this thread. God Bless you all!

Jake, at this point I don't think my area will be part of any mandatory evacuations. If you want to stay with me, you're welcome to. I don't know how many kids you have, if you have a wife, a GF, dogs, cats....whatever or whoever..you're welcome in my home. You said your daughter is 16...if she needs clothes...I wear a size 4 or S/M. If you need clothes my husband is a 32/36 bottoms, and L shirts.

Please let me know, or at the very least keep us posted on how you're doing.

Conceptis

10-23-2007, 06:59 PM

Oh and one more question...is the wild animal park burning down? I dunno I heard that they were evacuating animals but I was just wondering..thanks

The Wild Animal Park is okay. There is some burn around the edges, but the park is still there.

DreamerGal

10-23-2007, 07:06 PM

How're you feeling, SurfinTex?

surfing_texan

10-23-2007, 07:14 PM

How're you feeling, SurfinTex?

Restless and having a fair amount of discomfort...but hanging in here. If I could be up and moving around I would be cooking like a maniac to get food to the firefighters. During the cedar fires I cooked and baked and a good friend thats a firefighter gave us a letter type thing with his personal and station contact info so the other firefighters knew it was safe to eat...now that I can't do ANYTHING I feel totally helpless.

My kids and mother in law made it to TX safely, so I feel better knowing that at least. How are you? Your guy?

GirlfromOR

10-23-2007, 07:20 PM

How is everybody doing? Jake, I hope that your "house" is ok, but I'm glad that your "home" is still in tact... if that makes sense. Homes are where we make them.

SurfinTexan, did I read right that your husband is on his way home from Iraq? If so, that is fantastic news, and I hope that your baby stays put as long as needed!

Everybody else, please let me know if there is anything I can do to help. PM me if you need anything.

Trixie

10-23-2007, 07:21 PM

During the Cedar fires, I had tickets to the Monday Night game here where the Chargers and Dolphins were to play (it was the first season we went without Jr. Seau and he was the starter for Miami!) I remember they re-scheduled (because the Q was still occupied by the evacuee's ) and relocated the game to Phoenix ( i couldn't make the drive out to phoenix..bummer!)

so I wonder since we were suppose to host this sunday's game, if they'll do the same and play in Phoenix???? Go Chargers!!!!!

This is from Wikipedia......those tix were FREE! (sorry for caps)
On October 27, 2003, the MNF game between the San Diego Chargers and Miami Dolphins was moved to a neutral site. The Cedar Fire in the San Diego area forced the teams to vacate Qualcomm Stadium, which was being used as an evacuation site. The game was moved to Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe and shown as scheduled. The tickets for the game were free.

texasmommy

10-23-2007, 07:22 PM

Wow! The news coverage they are showing here in Texas is AMAZING. We saw Katie Couric at the stadium. It was packed down there. They are doing a great job covering it. It really brought me to tears. Just seeing the news broadcasters I grew up watching. I feel so helpless.

Jake you are such a "rock". Your sense of humor still manages to peek through. Please stay safe.

DreamerGal

10-23-2007, 07:23 PM

My kids and mother in law made it to TX safely, so I feel better knowing that at least. How are you? Your guy?

I'm glad your mom in law and kids are safe. What a relief, huh?

I spoke with my guy about an hour ago. It was so good to hear his voice. He actually sounds like he has more energy now than this morning. He told me he had taken a nap so he did feel better.

He's still in Potrero at the point where the Harris fire started. He said the wind has shifted and is now blowing eastward from the ocean. He is safe, because he's parallel to the slowly burning (at least now) fire and if the winds kick up it will be pushed either east or south away from him. He feels that part of the fire is pretty much over, as it will either be pushed into the desert and burn out, or it will go back to the point where it started and there is no fuel to keep it going so it will burn out. The one thing that is bothering him is the smoke which has to this point been blowing away from them, but now with the wind shift, it's blowing right on them. It's nasty and acrid. He has a mask and will be using a bandana to keep most of the particles out of his lungs.

His cell phone is dying again, so he turned it off. He'll check in with me before he goes to bed.

He's been working so hard, and he's ready for a break. He's supposed to take the next 24 hours off beginning tomorrow morning, but he's not sure if he will be released to go home, or if they'll hold him where he is, or if he will go to Gillespie field. If he's accessible, I'll be bringing him a cell phone charger and some clean socks. (It's funny what becomes important, isn't it? He really wants to wear some clean socks!).

Thanks for askin! I'm still not without concern. My mind has a way of conjuring up the most awful scenarios. Hopefully, the winds will stay mild and won't get wicked again. Keep those prayers coming.

Of course, I'm still praying your baby stays right where she is for as long as she can.

DreamerGal

10-23-2007, 07:27 PM

Just a little caveat about my last post. I do not know directions, and he didn't give me those east/south references. I guess I surmised that's what he was saying, but please don't rely on my interpretation of what he told me for an update on the fire and its direction.

Sorry ... did I mention I'm blonde?

shello

10-23-2007, 07:36 PM

Does anyone know what is going on, if anything, in Valley Center? I have looked but have not found anything.

Texasgirl

10-23-2007, 07:58 PM

Shello,

I just looked on the Channel 8 mapquest link and everything looks fine. The fire is to the southwest and it looks like it is heading away from you. Here is the link: http://www.cbs8.com/
Click on the Google Map Fire Incident Link. It is a little hard to navigate to get the map to the exact right place, but you should be able to figure it out. If you click on the red triangles, a pop-up box will tell you what it means.

All the best,
#44 TG

insightbyjake

10-23-2007, 08:11 PM

Jake, at this point I don't think my area will be part of any mandatory evacuations. If you want to stay with me, you're welcome to. I don't know how many kids you have, if you have a wife, a GF, dogs, cats....whatever or whoever..you're welcome in my home. You said your daughter is 16...if she needs clothes...I wear a size 4 or S/M. If you need clothes my husband is a 32/36 bottoms, and L shirts.

Please let me know, or at the very least keep us posted on how you're doing.

I don't know how many kids you have

Funny, I don't know how many kids I have either...Wife? Had one.. check....

GF? Had one...check....Dog? Check... Cats?.....HEY I'M NOT JER!!!! I'm not gay!!! (Not that there's anything wrong with that...)

"Husband a 32/36 bottom"..."L shirts..".. Ummm...I'm 6'3' with a 32' x 36' bottom and a L top.......am I your husband??

The fire has rendered me witless...

You could not be a better person than I imagine...Surfing__Texan,
We are a better thread because of people like you.

(Although, I think my 32' x 36' may be intimidating for your man's 32' x 36'...)

You are a smile --- thank you so much!!

pax

10-23-2007, 08:15 PM

I just wanted to let you all know that I have read EVERYTHING you have posted over the past few days (and months, actually) and although I don't post much it's nice to read about the connections people are making on this new-fangled Internet thingy.

We hosted a family here last night and today. Luckily for them their house is safe and they were given the okay to go home tonight.

insightbyjake

10-23-2007, 08:17 PM

How is everybody doing? Jake, I hope that your "house" is ok, but I'm glad that your "home" is still in tact... if that makes sense. Homes are where we make them.

SurfinTexan, did I read right that your husband is on his way home from Iraq? If so, that is fantastic news, and I hope that your baby stays put as long as needed!

Everybody else, please let me know if there is anything I can do to help. PM me if you need anything.

My "House" is ALWAYS okay.

My house is where I am -- not what I own.

My friends are who I "connect" with -- not who I know.

My life is what I "imagine," -- not what I desire.

My world is my faith -- not my "reality."

"Stuff" is worthless, -- "Faith" is everlasting. That's why friends trump "things." You are all my friends.....and each other's friends....life is a smile, ey?

DreamerGal

10-23-2007, 08:19 PM

"Stuff" is worthless, -- "Faith" is everlasting. That's why friends trump "things." You are all my friends.....and each other's friends....life is a smile, ey?

Do I detect a hit of Canadian Mounted Police, Jake? Ey?

surfing_texan

10-23-2007, 08:22 PM

I don't know how many kids you have

Funny, I don't know how many kids I have either...Wife? Had one.. check....

GF? Had one...check....Dog? Check... Cats?.....HEY I'M NOT JER!!!! I'm not gay!!! (Not that there's anything wrong with that...)

"Husband a 32/36 bottom"..."L shirts..".. Ummm...I'm 6'3' with a 32' x 36' bottom and a L top.......am I your husband??

The fire has rendered me witless...

You could not be a better person than I imagine...Surfing__Texan,
We are a better thread because of people like you.

(Although, I think my 32' x 36' may be intimidating for your man's 32' x 36'...)

You are a smile --- thank you so much!!

Funny thing, my husband is 6'3. Hmmm

I do mean it though. Clothes, shoes, if your daughter needs "girl things"...anything at all. My husband checked in a few minutes ago, and he said once he gets back, if he can haul anything in his truck for you, or help you sort through things when they let you return to your neighborhood he's more than happy to do it.

Texasgirl

10-23-2007, 08:23 PM

I want to tell y'all about the single item which got my husband through intense pain from his surgery and kidney stones for the past two weeks. Yes, he did have pain meds for part of the time, but even with them this product was magic. Have you ever heard of a Bed Buddy? Basically it is cloth filled with rice. They sell them at Walmart, the mall kiosks, and online, but you can also take a big sock, fill it with rice, and tie it off. Put it in the microwave for two minutes, and it is instant pain relief. I bought it for my migraine pain. I think it works by firing off other nerves which mask the pain.

It also works like a charm for little ones who have boo boos and bigger ones who have growing pains. Just adjust the heating time. You can also freeze them, too. I don't know if it was the placebo effect with my kids, but it worked throughout their childhood. I hardly ever gush over a product, but this one is well worth it.

One caution. If you search on Google, other meanings of "Bed Buddies" are included which you would not want kids to read!

DreamerGal

10-23-2007, 08:25 PM

I want to tell y'all about the single item which got my husband through intense pain from his surgery and kidney stones for the past two weeks. Yes, he did have pain meds for part of the time, but even with them this product was magic. Have you ever heard of a Bed Buddy? Basically it is cloth filled with rice. They sell them at Walmart, the mall kiosks, and online, but you can also take a big sock, fill it with rice, and tie it off. Put it in the microwave for two minutes, and it is instant pain relief. I bought it for my migraine pain. I think it works by firing off other nerves which mask the pain.

It also works like a charm for little ones who have boo boos and bigger ones who have growing pains. Just adjust the heating time. You can also freeze them, too. I don't know if it was the placebo effect with my kids, but it worked throughout their childhood. I hardly ever gush over a product, but this one is well worth it.

One caution. If you search on Google, other meanings of "Bed Buddies" are included which you would not want kids to read!

Yeah, I want my Bed Buddy back, but he's busy fighting fires right now. Where's that rice???

Trixie

10-23-2007, 08:29 PM

It seems odd to say I'm enjoying reading all of this. Considering the circumstances, this isn't an enjoyable event. The power of communication is strong on this forum, very warm and comfortable. I love each of us.
I have some interesting thoughts I'd like to share. I understand the naming convention of the fires, as The Harris Fire, The Witch Fire, et al. Similar to when Hurricaines get names assigned to them. Fortunately, Tornados aren't names, they pop up too fast and don't stay awhile, this just assign them a number, like Cat 3 or Cat 5, depending on their strength.

I keep listening and watching the news to see if there is some lighthearted moment that breaks the tension. Waiting for The Witch Fire comment to turn into a minor Abbott & Costello moment. Which Fire? The Witch Fire. I hope this doesn't offend those who are sensitive at the moment.

On another note, the other evening, my husband and I found humor (fleetingly) when Ed Lenderman was reporting in the field and at the end of his report describing all the work and efforts the firemen have put in and non-stop work at that, he added "And I haven't even done anything, and I'm exhausted" or something to that effect. It brought home the point that you see the anchors doing all this reporting and moving to new locations and working non-stop, no commercials on-air more than ever, and the real truth is that the emergency workers are the ones who are really working non-stop.

Trix #16

swedishbolt

10-23-2007, 08:39 PM

We are currently hosting one family with three kids ( one is just a little one) because we have a/c. things are much better up here. I can see the moon!!

My prayers are with you all.

Take care

SDGirl87

10-23-2007, 08:41 PM

I'm headed to bed. Going to TRY and get to my office tomorrow morning...but will be checking in frequently with my DC buddies. My prayers are with all of you. I don't know that I could have gotten through the last 2 days without you. I'm sending all kinds of hugs to you...and as so many have said, and we all mean, PM if you need anything. If it is in my power to provide, I will.

God bless.

pastherprime

10-23-2007, 08:47 PM

They just announced that a lady went into labor and I immediately thought of you, Texan. Eek.

Hope you're all safe. I have some reading to catch up on.

Wabbitsd

10-23-2007, 09:17 PM

Jake, I have a 17 yr old daughter, if your girl needs stuff, please let us know. Anyone else in need, please post it and we'll all do our best to do what you need done. What the heck, we're like family, right?

YoungAmerican

10-23-2007, 09:17 PM

Well my family and I just got back home in Escondido. Some neighbors are still gone but it looks much better than expected, just lots of debris and ash everywhere. No one lost homes in the immediate neighborhood but my son has a few friends that lost everything. I am praying for everyone and hoping everyone gets back home safe like me and mine did. Jake, you are one of a kind. Let us know how things turn out and like everyone else is saying, if anyone here needs anything, just throw it out here, we will all pool our resources and help each other out. Take care all, I am going to try to get a good night sleep as I have to get back to my normal routine of getting up at 3:45am and working my 2 jobs.

Trixie

10-23-2007, 09:24 PM

The numbers and names in bold are the ones who have posted in the last 24 hours on this thread. I just thought I'd share this data.

57 of us have checked in. I added a few of the newest posters on the end. Had to adjust the numbers they assigned themselves, but I think I captured everyone.

1. SDGirl87
2. Yogi85
3. RufusMom
4. imisssandiego
5. Mom2ThreeBoys
6. GeezLouise
7. snoopiebug
8. PQgal
9. Truth Teller
10. ElizabethAZ
11. LAsmalls
12. mamasterls
13. Ritchie
14. garybear
15. DeeTroit
16. Trixie
17. irun
18. califbrat
19. Halinn
20. MeowKat
21. PeaPod
22. DreamerGal
23. OneKidOneDogMom
24. DaisyCA
25. loriraesd
26. Newer Reader
27. Mel41099
28. eyeseeyou
29. Transplant
30. surfing Texan (30A)
31. BigAl
32. Alpinemaps (32A)
33. Apollo
34. assvin
35. SDChick (35A, 35B)
36. BecInCA
37. wanky
38. mamalellie
39. zodiac
40. iamsheens
41. notabigdeal
42. girly girl
43. RhondaReindeer
44. Texasgirl
45. Layla
46. Longtime Reader
47. Swifty
48. WingMan
49. Swedishbolt
50. RowdyOne
51. Murriecula
52. YoungAmerican
53. cheekymonkey
54. Amused
55. WabbitSD
56. GGmami
57. MomCat
58. ca girl
59. SanDiegan
60. SDReadhead
61. pax
62. potus
63. sandiegomom
64. debbiegrrrl
65. RanchoPen
66. Dawnski
67. pastherprime
68. texasmommy
69. SadSadSad
70. SDGirlNative
71. 11th Reader
72. SDtoOC
73. Carol
74. Jammie J
75. WaterSeeks
76. gogogirl
77. gossipgurl
78. insightbyjake
79. SD Native
80. NewAgeGoddess
81. CJ
82. OhPulleez!
83. claystone
84. shello
85. Boris85
86. Dilbert1985 (honorable mention)
87. Luv2hike
88. GirlfromOR (88A)
89. srdude (89A)
90. long commute
91. PRINTER
92. PaintDry
93. saywhat
94. himmie
94.1 Sapphie (special request)
95. kevlar
96. ordinarygirl
97. lionbear
98. RedWillow
99. SimplyMe
100. wonkatania
101. walker3day
102. ex-Starlistener
103. hana07
104. 11ListenerNot
105. MissThany (105A)
106. SierraGal
107. Seriously?!?
108. IMISSLEO
109. SDGrandma
110. LisaP
111. Cin-a-Bear
112. latransplant
113. CatWoman7042
114. HappyGal100
115. SDNative
116. WhoMe
117. LadyBirdJohnson
118. Sis
119. O.B.ehave!
120. BeBeSD
121. elguan
122. truth seeker
123. ashya
124. TJLuv
125. FormerSanDiegan
126. Conceptis

:triangle: JuJuBoo83

pax

10-23-2007, 09:34 PM

Structures lost in the fire (from the U-T):

11072 IPAI CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11279 CAPILLA RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
11323 CRECIENTE CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11353 LUZ PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
11363 LUZ PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
11373 LUZ PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
11389 PAJARO WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
11419 DUENDA RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
11420 LUZ RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
11430 LUZ RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
11448 DUENDA RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
11449 CABELA PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
11454 ALIENTO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11457 ALIENTO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11458 DUENDA RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
11460 ALCALDE CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11462 ALIENTO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11463 ALIENTO CT, SAN DIEGO 92131
11464 DUENDA RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
11468 DUENDA RD, SAN DIEGO 92128
11469 DUENDA RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
1147 INSPIRATION LN, ESCONDIDO 92025
11476 ALCALDE CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11478 DUENDA RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
11479 DUENDA RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
11485 PALITO CT, SAN DIEGO 92027
11486 ALIENTO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11510 DUENDA RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
11512 ALIENTO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11513 ALIENTO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11517 DANZA CIR, SAN DIEGO 92127
11519 PALITO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11523 ALIENTO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11524 DANZA CIR, SAN DIEGO 92082
11529 PALITO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
1153 INSPIRATION LN, ESCONDIDO 92025
11533 ALIENTO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11534 DANZA CIR, SAN DIEGO 92127
11534 ESCOBA PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
11536 PALITO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11539 PALITO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11552 ALIENTO CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11656 ANDANZA WAY, SAN DIEGO 92129
11666 ANDANZA WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
11666 JOCATAL CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11676 ANDANZA WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
11686 JOCATAL CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
11691 AGRESTE PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
12 COACH RD, ESCONDIDO 92033
12464 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12515 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12523 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12524 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12532 CHETENHAM LN, SAN DIEGO 92128
12535 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12546 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12554 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12566 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 63367
12571 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12572 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12579 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12580 CHETENHAM LN, SAN DIEGO 92128
12595 CLOUDESLY DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
12613 BEDFORDSHIRE CT, SAN DIEGO 92128
12808 LUNADA PL, SAN DIEGO 92111
12841 LUNADA PL, SAN DIEGO 92128
12850 LUNADA PL, SAN DIEGO 92128
12898 LUNADA PL, SAN DIEGO 92128
12899 CAMINO RAMILLETTE, SAN DIEGO 92128
12913 POLVERA CT, SAN DIEGO 92128
12922 POLVERA CT, SAN DIEGO 92128
12923 POLVERA CT, SAN DIEGO 92128
12929 ANGOSTO WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
12929 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
12938 ANGOSTO WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
12939 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
12942 POLVERA CT, SAN DIEGO 92128
12943 POLVERA CT, SAN DIEGO 92109
12949 ANGOSTO WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
12958 ANGOSTO WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
12958 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92074
12958 ROBLEDA CV, SAN DIEGO 92128
12968 ANGOSTO WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
12969 ANGOSTO WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
12986 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
12988 ANGOSTO WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
13013 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13023 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13033 AGUAMARINA PT, SAN DIEGO 92128
13034 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13044 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92029
13053 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13054 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13084 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13103 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13104 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92198
13113 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13123 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13130 CAMINO RAMILLETTE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13140 CAMINO RAMILLETTE, SAN DIEGO 44505
13145 CAMINO RAMILLETTE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13164 POLVERA AVE, SAN DIEGO 92128
13210 HIGHLANDS RANCH RD, POWAY 92064
13220 HIGHLANDS RANCH RD, POWAY 92064
13411 ST ANDREWS PL, POWAY 92064
1350 SIERRA LINDA DR, ESCONDIDO 92025
13502 OLD WINERY RD, POWAY 92064
13541 OLD WINERY RD, POWAY 92064
13956 SAGEWOOD DR, POWAY 92064
14310 HORIZON CT, POWAY 92064
14325 HORIZON CT, POWAY 92064
14326 HORIZON CT, POWAY 92064
14341 TWISTED BRANCH RD, POWAY 92064
14342 HORIZON CT, POWAY 92064
1435 QUEENSTON DR, ESCONDIDO 92027
14366 TWISTED BRANCH RD, POWAY 92064
14376 TWISTED BRANCH RD, POWAY 92064
14386 TWISTED BRANCH RD, POWAY 92064
14390 CHEYENNE TRL, POWAY 92064
14440 CHEYENNE TRL, POWAY 92064
14445 CHEYENNE TRL, POWAY 92064
14465 CHEYENNE TRL, POWAY 92064
14650 VALLEYVIEW RD, POWAY 92064
14865 GAVAN VISTA RD, POWAY 92064
14868 HIGH VALLEY RD, POWAY 92064
14908 GAVAN VISTA RD, POWAY 92064
14935 GAVAN VISTA RD, POWAY 92064
14936 GAVAN VISTA RD, POWAY 92064
14960 OAK TRAIL CT, POWAY 92064
15042 OAK CANYON RD, POWAY 92074
15064 OAK CANYON RD, POWAY 92064
15076 EASTVALE RD, POWAY 92064
15106 EASTVALE RD, POWAY 92064
15114 OAK CANYON RD, POWAY 92064
15134 OAK CANYON RD, POWAY 92065
15140 SKYRIDGE RD, POWAY 92064
15159 SKYRIDGE RD, POWAY 92064
15204 SKYRIDGE RD, POWAY 92064
15210 SKYRIDGE RD, POWAY 92074
15223 SKYRIDGE RD, POWAY 92064
15231 SKYRIDGE RD, POWAY 92126
15250 SKYRIDGE RD, POWAY 92064
15257 SKYRIDGE RD, POWAY 92064
15325 SKYRIDGE RD, POWAY 92123
15362 SKYRIDGE RD, POWAY 92064
15380 OAK CANYON RD, POWAY 92074
15460 MARKAR RD, POWAY 92064
15518 MARKAR RD, POWAY 92064
15606 QUAIL MOUNTAIN RD, POWAY 92074
16501 ZUMAQUE ST, UNINCORPORATED 92067
16526 ZUMAQUE ST, UNINCORPORATED 92122
16583 ZUMAQUE ST, UNINCORPORATED 92067
16729 ZUMAQUE ST, UNINCORPORATED 92067
16755 ZUMAQUE ST, UNINCORPORATED 92067
16827 VIA DE LA VALLE, UNINCORPORATED 92067
16843 VIA DE SANTA FE, UNINCORPORATED 92067
16924 AVENIDA LUIS, UNINCORPORATED 92067
16951 OLD COACH RD, POWAY 92064
17087 OLD COACH RD, POWAY 92108
17116 EL VUELO, UNINCORPORATED 92067
17122 EL MIRADOR, UNINCORPORATED 92067
17474 OLD COACH RD, POWAY 92128
17605 VALLADARES DR, SAN DIEGO 92127
17608 MATINAL DR, SAN DIEGO 92127
17616 MATINAL DR, SAN DIEGO 92127
17616 VALLADARES DR, SAN DIEGO 92127
17635 VALLADARES DR, SAN DIEGO 92127
17651 BOCA RATON LN, POWAY 92064
17660 ST ANDREWS DR, POWAY 92064
17661 BOCA RATON LN, POWAY 92173
17664 ST ANDREWS DR, POWAY 92064
17704 ST ANDREWS DR, POWAY 92064
17714 ST ANDREWS DR, POWAY 92064
17716 CRECIENTE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
17719 DEL PASO DR, POWAY 92064
17728 ST ANDREWS DR, POWAY 92064
17749 ST ANDREWS DR, POWAY 92064
17754 ST ANDREWS DR, POWAY 92064
17757 DEL PASO DR, POWAY 92196
17777 CRECIENTE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
17778 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17783 WEAVING LN, SAN DIEGO 92127
17786 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17787 CRECIENTE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
17788 VALLADARES DR, SAN DIEGO 92130
17794 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92198
17808 AZUCAR WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
17808 CORAZON PL, SAN DIEGO 92103
17814 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17816 AZUCAR WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
17818 CORAZON PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
17820 JOYAS CT, POWAY 92064
17824 AZUCAR WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
17825 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17837 CORAZON PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
17838 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17838 CORAZON PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
17841 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17844 ST ANDREWS DR, POWAY 92064
17848 VALLADARES DR, SAN DIEGO 92127
17849 AZUCAR WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
17857 CORAZON PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
17858 CORAZON PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
17864 AZUCAR WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
17865 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17865 AZUCAR WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
17867 AGUACATE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
17867 JOYAS CT, POWAY 92064
17868 ST ANDREWS DR, POWAY 92064
17873 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17877 CORAZON PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
17878 CORAZON PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
17881 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 95014
17885 AZUCAR WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
17887 AGUACATE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92127
17893 PUEBLO VISTA LN, SAN DIEGO 92127
17897 CORAZON PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
17898 CORAZON PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
17899 JOYAS CT, POWAY 92064
17905 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17913 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17927 CORAZON PL, SAN DIEGO 92172
17938 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17941 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17942 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17943 CABELA DR, SAN DIEGO 92127
17946 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17947 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17947 CORAZON PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
17948 CORAZON PL, SAN DIEGO 92127
17952 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17952 HIGHLANDS RANCH PL, POWAY 33140
17953 CIELO CT, POWAY 92064
17955 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17960 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17961 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17961 CABELA DR, SAN DIEGO 92127
17967 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17968 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92105
17975 CIELO CT, POWAY 92064
17978 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17979 HIGHLANDS RANCH PL, POWAY 92064
17982 HIGHLANDS RANCH PL, POWAY 92064
17987 CABELA DR, SAN DIEGO 92127
17988 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
17995 CABELA DR, SAN DIEGO 92127
17998 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92127
18013 CABELA DR, SAN DIEGO 92127
18025 POLVERA WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18028 AGUAMIEL RD, SAN DIEGO 92064
18034 VIA TARIFA, SAN DIEGO 92128
18049 OLD COACH RD, POWAY 92064
18054 CALLE ESTEPONA, SAN DIEGO 92128
18055 POLVERA WAY, SAN DIEGO 99203
18064 CALLE ESTEPONA, SAN DIEGO 92128
18111 OLD COACH RD, POWAY 92064
18116 OLD COACH RD, POWAY 92064
18118 OLD COACH RD, POWAY 92064
18147 VALLADARES DR, SAN DIEGO 92127
18157 VALLADARES DR, SAN DIEGO 22315
18159 OLD COACH RD, POWAY 92064
18167 VALLADARES DR, SAN DIEGO 92126
18175 CORTE DE ACEITUNOS, SAN DIEGO 92128
18177 VALLADARES DR, SAN DIEGO 92127
18181 CORTE DE ACEITUNOS, SAN DIEGO 92128
18181 SUN MAIDEN CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
18185 CHIEFTAIN CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
18187 CORTE DE ACEITUNOS, SAN DIEGO 92128
18187 SUN MAIDEN CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
18187 VALLADARES DR, SAN DIEGO 92075
18188 VALLADARES DR, SAN DIEGO 92127
18198 VALLADARES DR, SAN DIEGO 92127
18201 OLD COACH RD, POWAY 92064
18255 HADDEN HALL CT, SAN DIEGO 92128
18275 CANFIELD PL, SAN DIEGO 92128
18278 CANFIELD PL, SAN DIEGO 92128
18285 MOON SONG CT, SAN DIEGO 92127
18295 CANFIELD PL, SAN DIEGO 92128
18298 CANFIELD PL, SAN DIEGO 92128
18328 LINCOLNSHIRE ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18336 LINCOLNSHIRE ST, SAN DIEGO 92115
18344 LINCOLNSHIRE ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18372 DEER VALLEY ESTS, POWAY 92064
18375 BERNARDO TRAILS CT, SAN DIEGO 92128
18379 HAMPSHIRE LN, SAN DIEGO 92128
18390 SYCAMORE CREEK RD, POWAY 92025
18425 AZOFAR CT, SAN DIEGO 92128
18435 AZOFAR CT, SAN DIEGO 92128
18455 BERNARDO TRAILS CT, SAN DIEGO 92128
18490 BERNARDO TRAILS CT, SAN DIEGO 92128
18494 ACEITUNO ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18515 WESSEX ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18520 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18523 WESSEX ST, SAN DIEGO 92198
18525 ACEITUNO ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18539 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18545 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18551 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18555 WILD HORSE RD, POWAY 92064
18560 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18570 OLD COACH WAY, POWAY 91403
18575 WILD HORSE CREEK, POWAY 92064
18576 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18580 LOCKSLEY ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18584 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18587 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18588 LOCKSLEY ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18607 ACEITUNO ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18608 ROBLEDA CT, SAN DIEGO 92128
18617 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18626 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18634 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18635 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18641 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18642 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18642 LOCKSLEY ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18643 LOCKSLEY ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18647 ACEITUNO ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18647 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18650 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18653 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18658 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18658 LOCKSLEY ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18666 LOCKSLEY ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18666 WESSEX ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18667 ACEITUNO ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18667 LOCKSLEY ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18670 POLVERA DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
18673 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92026
18674 WESSEX ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18675 AVENIDA CORDILLERA, SAN DIEGO 92128
18682 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18682 LOCKSLEY ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18683 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18683 LOCKSLEY ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18684 BERNARDO TRAILS DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
18687 ACEITUNO ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18687 ROBLEDA CT, SAN DIEGO 92128
18689 LOCKSLEY ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18690 LANCASHIRE WAY, SAN DIEGO 92128
18690 POLVERA DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
18697 LOCKSLEY ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18701 HERITAGE DR, POWAY 92064
18705 POLVERA DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
18707 ACEITUNO ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18707 OLMEDA PL, SAN DIEGO 92128
18708 OLMEDA PL, SAN DIEGO 92128
18718 LUNADA PT, SAN DIEGO 92128
18735 BERNARDO TRAILS DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
18735 OLD COACH WAY, POWAY 92064
18736 ACEITUNO ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18750 DEER VALLEY ESTS, POWAY 92064
18770 OLD COACH WAY, POWAY 92064
18787 ACEITUNO ST, SAN DIEGO 92128
18808 BERNARDO TRAILS DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
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18828 BRAVATA CT, SAN DIEGO 92108
18829 BERNARDO TRAILS DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
18829 BRAVATA CT, SAN DIEGO 92128
18839 BERNARDO TRAILS DR, SAN DIEGO 92128
19 STONEPOINTE DR, ESCONDIDO 92025
201 CALLE FLORECITA, ESCONDIDO 92029
222 CALLE FLORECITA, ESCONDIDO 92029
3414 LOMAS SERENAS DR, ESCONDIDO 92029
3418 LOMAS SERENAS DR, ESCONDIDO 92029
3425 LOMAS SERENAS DR, ESCONDIDO 92029
3426 LOMAS SERENAS DR, ESCONDIDO 92029
3510 AVENIDA AMOROSA, ESCONDIDO 92029
3522 AVENIDA AMOROSA, ESCONDIDO 92029
3542 AVENIDA AMOROSA, ESCONDIDO 92029
4148 VISTA BONITA LN, ESCONDIDO 92025
4150 VISTA BONITA LN, ESCONDIDO 92025
6125 CAMINO SELVA, UNINCORPORATED 92067
6129 CAMINO SELVA, UNINCORPORATED 92067
6131 CAMINO SELVA, UNINCORPORATED 92067
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7097 VIA MONALEX, UNINCORPORATED 92067
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743 FINO GLN, ESCONDIDO 92025
751 FINO GLN, ESCONDIDO 92025
753 FINO GLN, ESCONDIDO 85718
761 FINO GLN, ESCONDIDO 92025
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OneKidOneDogMom

10-23-2007, 09:51 PM

Sheesh, scrolling down that list of destroyed houses really brings it home to me - each address is a family, a Mom, a Dad, probably a couple of kids, maybe a dog or a cat (or several).

Were they prepared? Did they get out all their "memories" - the pictures, the special videotapes? Do they have a place to stay? Do they have insurance? Do they have a support system?

Every address tells a story - many lives that will forever be changed by a spark, a flame.

Each of these addresses and the people that lived there will be in my thoughts and prayers tonight. I'll also be sending out prayers for our firefighters and emergency personnel - may they be safe and protected!

Carol

10-23-2007, 10:00 PM

They just announced that a lady went into labor and I immediately thought of you, Texan. Eek.

Hope you're all safe. I have some reading to catch up on.
I thought the exact same thing!!!

I also wanted to check in, and share our unfortunate loss. While not a house, it was a devastating loss for my husbands family. My husband's family lives in Valley Center. Their house was evacuated early this morning, and his father (stupidly) stayed at the house until the last min, and was going to take the dogs (they have 3)with him when he left. While he was loading them up, two of the dogs spooked, and escaped. They ran away, and then about 5 min later he heard 3 gun shots and dogs yelping. He couldnt stop to look for the dogs, because he was being forced out by CHP.

He was later able to get back into the area and look for the dogs with my brother in law. He called my husband a little while ago to confirme what we feared. Two of the dogs have been shot and killed. He does not know who did it, or why. They were small mutts. A white one and a brown one, my husband is VERY upset (we are a young, recently married couple, we also spend alot of time up at their house so my husband was very attatched to the family dogs)

mamasterls

10-23-2007, 10:21 PM

Oh, how sad for you and your family! Why would someone shoot a couple of dogs??
At least your father-in-law got out alright.

Hope the rest of you all are OK. It has been such a blessing to be able to post here and share info, concerns and support. Thank you, everyone.

shello

10-23-2007, 10:27 PM

I thought the exact same thing!!!

I also wanted to check in, and share our unfortunate loss. While not a house, it was a devastating loss for my husbands family. My husband's family lives in Valley Center. Their house was evacuated early this morning, and his father (stupidly) stayed at the house until the last min, and was going to take the dogs (they have 3)with him when he left. While he was loading them up, two of the dogs spooked, and escaped. They ran away, and then about 5 min later he heard 3 gun shots and dogs yelping. He couldnt stop to look for the dogs, because he was being forced out by CHP.

He was later able to get back into the area and look for the dogs with my brother in law. He called my husband a little while ago to confirme what we feared. Two of the dogs have been shot and killed. He does not know who did it, or why. They were small mutts. A white one and a brown one, my husband is VERY upset (we are a young, recently married couple, we also spend alot of time up at their house so my husband was very attatched to the family dogs)

I think the authorities need to be told about this. CHP, Sheriff or whoever was there in charge. I am very sorry about this.

3kitties

10-23-2007, 10:57 PM

My brother and his family lost their house in Rancho Bernardo. They had to evacuate at 4am and only got out with the clothes they put on. The driveway was already on fire at this point. Their long time family cat freaked out when my brother tried to put him in the cat carrier and scratched him up and ran away. When they got back this morning with a police escort there was nothing left of the house and they couldn't find the cat. I think we are all in shock and now it really makes this so personal.

I just hope this gets contained soon so people can start rebuilding their lives. I can't imagine how difficult it has to be and my heart is breaking for those of you out there in the situation my brother is in.

Be safe

wanky

10-23-2007, 11:01 PM

I think the authorities need to be told about this. CHP, Sheriff or whoever was there in charge. I am very sorry about this.

I agree....that's just so sad.

Jake, once again, you speak from the heart!

Surfing Texan, I wish you and the baby the best...and thank your husband for risking his life for our country.

I am very thankful for all the firefighters (DreamerGal's hubby) who work tirelessly and courageously for the good of the community. My heart is brimming with gratitude for those brave women and men out there dedicating their lives to help those who are helpless. It never ceases to amaze me how much this beautiful county of San Diego rally around each other and lend a helping hand when help is needed. I am home now, grateful that my house had been spared after a mandatory evac. My "house" is intact and unscathed. My "home" is a little stronger because of this experience. Thanks for the inspiration, Jake. My thoughts are with those families who will never see their house again. God bless you all!

SDNative

10-23-2007, 11:59 PM

Just caught up with the posts from the past 2 days...

sigh

It is nice to see how many genuine,thoughtful, caring people & great parents are represented in this bunch.
:angel:
We are all richer than the folks getting all the money for playing those roles.

Hope all is well for you all tonight... and you have an even better tomorrow.

#115

:bow:

Jammie J.

10-24-2007, 12:02 AM

Surfing Texan, I'm truly glad your husband's on his way home. God bless the Red Cross for bringing him home to you. Hang in there with the wee one on the way.

Jake, you make me laugh and cry, you have a true gift with words.

I can't believe how horrible these fires are. I just can't. But what I can believe is how amazing everyone on this board is. You guys are a blessing.

pastherprime

10-24-2007, 12:14 AM

I am so sorry for the losses and sadness some of you are enduring. I am trying to think of what I have to offer. My father just passed away and has a storage unit full of this and that. If anyone needs something in particular, PM me and let me know.

I'm the one who is an animal trainer. I have a lot of gear. Currently I'm providing shelter for one really ornery cat who has taken me hostage, but he is handled like my own (he probably won't even want to go home! He's taking up 3/4 of my bed as type and he is a mouth breather...did I get married without realizing it?

I have quite a few animal supplies if anyone is in need.

longcommute

10-24-2007, 12:53 AM

I wasn't here for the last round of wildfires, I only read about them online and talked to my family almost hourly. This is kind of scary...though the fires are far away from me. EVERYTHING smells of smoke, and my asthma is starting to act up. I can't imagine how horrifying it must have been for all of you who were here then. Let us all pray (mediate, contemplate, mediate as you wish) that we escape the same fate this time...one person is already dead. May there be no more, and minimal property damage.
I was just checking in Sun 10/21 around 10pm before going to bed--this post was the first inkling I had that there might be a problem. I hadn't heard a word yet about the fires and wouldn't have known anything until the next morning had I not read your post. We were very lucky in 2003 that our house did not burn--wind changed at just the right time. 2 houses burned in our neighborhood last time and plenty more within a mile or 2 so I have major PTSD whenever Santa Anas come around. So THANK YOU SDGirl87 for mentioning the wildfires! I was able to catch the news conference that night with the mayor announcing that the fire was raging and expected to hit city limits by 1-2am. Woke up my husband and packed. Such a relief to have information and wake up prepared, not panicking. We ended up spending the night in LA. Our area never did receive an evacuation notice, but areas within a few miles did. I don't regret leaving--worth my peace of mind. My parents are still on mandatory evacuation. My friend in RB's house completely burned. Only house on his street, though of course, streets all around him on fire. So sad. Hope all is well for you, Jake. Keep us posted. Hang in there Surfing_Texan--I agree with Jake, you're amazing. Can't believe your generosity during such an incredibly hectic time in your life while you're dealing with your own health issues.

11ListenerNot

10-24-2007, 07:03 AM

I haven't posted since the fires but have been reading all of your stories. I'm in El Cajon, so feel fairly safe. Our office in Del Mar was evacuated, so I'm working at home and have been reading these posts for the last couple of days. I'm amazed at the compassion and generosity from all of you. You all rock!
There is such a bonding here that is wonderful. I wish all of you the best and hope these fires end soon. I read FH's blogs and it is all so superficial. I read our posts and they are truly genuine.

Trixie

10-24-2007, 07:14 AM

Wednesday October 24, 2007 2am
Wednesday, October 24, 2007 at 8:52am

Wednesday October 24, 2007 2am: We slept in PQ last night. All my neighbors came back to the area and so we got to sleep at our house last night. Laura was back as well. An official told us that THE Black Mountan Road where we live near was not the one they wanted to evacuate. They wanted to evacuate west of Black Mountain Road, but the area closer to Carmel Valley, not PQ. So, we're back!

Last night, Michelle and I went to see my mom in Chula Vista for a little bit. She's doing awesome and Marla (she's like my sister) is with her and we're all prepared to evacuate her and we have a plan for it, but I assume this will not happen, because she lives in "old Chula Vista" and a lot of stuff would have to happen for any fire to get to my mom's house. Thank you for your emails and calls asking about my mom. I will never forget a phone call we took on the air yesterday from this little junior listener that was 15 that called specifically to ask how my mom was. That was so cool. My mom was actually listening to that when it happened live.

"Back in time note": I remember when I used to work like midnight to 6am when I was like 18 years old, I used to come home at 6:30am and there would be fried rice already made for me to eat and my mom would tell me about the things I said on the air that whole time between midnight to 6am. My mom would just sit or lay in her bedroom with the radio on, listening to me. This was PRE Jeff and Jer days, so my voice was almost like a cartoon character that a helium leak whereever he was. I was so bad, but my mom would listen to me all the time. I remember I asked if she thought I was any good and from time to time, I always smile when I recall what she said to me after I asked her that question, she said: "Tomas, you have a looooong way to go baby"......When I remind her what she told me we always smile and laugh about it. I still have a LOOOONG WAY TO GO BABY! :)

Last night when Michelle and I were at my mom's watching the news with her, we decided to take a break from the reports and we switched the channel to TVLAND and watched an episode of THE BRADY BUNCH. It's funny how the BRADY BUNCH was a good break between news reports and it made us feel normal again. IF YOU DON'T LIKE THE BRADY BUNCH, YOU DON'T LIKE ICE CREAM!

Eddie and Vanessa are both doing great. We're going to wait until Thursday to get them. Today might be too early to see them and bring them down, so tomorrow should be better. I want to take them to one of the evacuation places like the Fair or the Stadium. I want them to see what's going on there and shop for the people because we are one wind change away from being one of those families living at the stadium right now.

I hope you and your family are doing well. Lets pray for the people who have lost their homes and pray for the firefighters!

GOD BLESS SAN DIEGO!

surfing_texan

10-24-2007, 08:06 AM

Wednesday October 24, 2007 2am
Wednesday, October 24, 2007 at 8:52am

Wednesday October 24, 2007 2am: We slept in PQ last night. All my neighbors came back to the area and so we got to sleep at our house last night. Laura was back as well. An official told us that THE Black Mountan Road where we live near was not the one they wanted to evacuate. They wanted to evacuate west of Black Mountain Road, but the area closer to Carmel Valley, not PQ. So, we're back!

Last night, Michelle and I went to see my mom in Chula Vista for a little bit. She's doing awesome and Marla (she's like my sister) is with her and we're all prepared to evacuate her and we have a plan for it, but I assume this will not happen, because she lives in "old Chula Vista" and a lot of stuff would have to happen for any fire to get to my mom's house. Thank you for your emails and calls asking about my mom. I will never forget a phone call we took on the air yesterday from this little junior listener that was 15 that called specifically to ask how my mom was. That was so cool. My mom was actually listening to that when it happened live.

"Back in time note": I remember when I used to work like midnight to 6am when I was like 18 years old, I used to come home at 6:30am and there would be fried rice already made for me to eat and my mom would tell me about the things I said on the air that whole time between midnight to 6am. My mom would just sit or lay in her bedroom with the radio on, listening to me. This was PRE Jeff and Jer days, so my voice was almost like a cartoon character that a helium leak whereever he was. I was so bad, but my mom would listen to me all the time. I remember I asked if she thought I was any good and from time to time, I always smile when I recall what she said to me after I asked her that question, she said: "Tomas, you have a looooong way to go baby"......When I remind her what she told me we always smile and laugh about it. I still have a LOOOONG WAY TO GO BABY! :)

Last night when Michelle and I were at my mom's watching the news with her, we decided to take a break from the reports and we switched the channel to TVLAND and watched an episode of THE BRADY BUNCH. It's funny how the BRADY BUNCH was a good break between news reports and it made us feel normal again. IF YOU DON'T LIKE THE BRADY BUNCH, YOU DON'T LIKE ICE CREAM!

Eddie and Vanessa are both doing great. We're going to wait until Thursday to get them. Today might be too early to see them and bring them down, so tomorrow should be better. I want to take them to one of the evacuation places like the Fair or the Stadium. I want them to see what's going on there and shop for the people because we are one wind change away from being one of those families living at the stadium right now.

I hope you and your family are doing well. Lets pray for the people who have lost their homes and pray for the firefighters!

GOD BLESS SAN DIEGO!

I want to smack his lying, fat, head

DreamerGal

10-24-2007, 08:17 AM

I want to smack his lying, fat, head

Whoa Nelli, SurferTex. Remember, that baby needs to stay in the oven. You're on bed rest. No smacking of anybody! I'll do it!!!

11th Reader

10-24-2007, 08:20 AM

Anyone know where the Witch Fire is burning now? My sister doesn't know if she can go home yet...she lives on Camino del Sur, and Camino Valley has been repopulated, but she doesn't know if that includes her...

SadSadSad

10-24-2007, 08:23 AM

FH, shut up and stop using your kids. Good Lord, he is so what's wrong with the universe. Meanwhile, I hate to beat a dead horse, but if anyone has any info on Ramona please let me know. My sister and my mom both have houses up there and they left Sunday and we haven't heard a word. Saw in the paper that a family lost a house near Mt. Woodson Elem which is right by them. We've called the houses over the last couple of days and keep getting busy signals so we don't know what that means. If anyone has any info at all please let me know. Thanks.

surfing_texan

10-24-2007, 08:47 AM

Whoa Nelli, SurferTex. Remember, that baby needs to stay in the oven. You're on bed rest. No smacking of anybody! I'll do it!!!

How is your bed buddy doing?

Transplant

10-24-2007, 08:48 AM

Boy, we're all eerily quiet this morning! Is anyone out there? Is everyone okay?

Here's LBM latest diary entry

Dear Diary,

I'm not even sure what day it is today. I was talking to Michelle last night on the phone and she was talking about something she did on Friday and I was, like, "was that yesterday?" It feels so weird to be awake. To use and over-used sentence, this week has been surreal. It's just so sad and just so scary to be in the midst of all this.

We were evacuated out of Tommy's house on Monday. I packed up the stupidest stuff! The stupidest! I threw a bunch of T-shirts I never wear and a pair of shorts (I don't wear shorts anymore) and a pair of jeans that are too short and too big in the waist. Out of all the clothes in my closet, that's what I packed…along with a pair of Halloween undies and a pair of brown undies. BROWN! Maybe I was in somewhat of a shock. Tommy, Michelle and the kids drove to her sister's house and I drove to my house, the house where Dave and my babies live, where I used to live.

I'm going to leave out why I didn't stay in my house, and I'll leave it at that. I stayed with Chip's parents, Larry and Jerry, in their beautiful home. Larry made us dinner and Jerry made us breakfast and they listened as I cried my eyes out. They are the absolute best. I took Chip, Char and Ev to the movies yesterday, just to get them out of the house and out of the street. We saw Sarah Landon and the Paranormal Hour. I thought it was really good. The kids were scared, but in a good way…not too scared, but entertained. After the movie, Ev and I went outside while the boys played a video game. While I was playing with her hair, I looked over and saw one of the kids who was in the movie! He told me that his neighbors in Scripps Ranch directed it and asked him to be in it! How cool is that?

After that, we hung out at Larry and Jerry's until Dave got home from work. That's when I got in my car and drove back to Tommy's. It felt so good to be back in that house. I felt comfortable for the first time in days. I was thinking about how lucky I am that I get to return "home" and turn on the TV and look into my closet. I cannot even imagine what it's like to lose EVERYTHING.

From "my bedroom window" in Tommy's house, I can see his pool in the backyard. It's completely black. It's FULL of ash and brown palm fronds. It's eerie.

I fell asleep last night to the sound of Brian Williams talking to Marty and Susan on Channel 39. He was honestly amazed at the cohesiveness of this community, the incredible sense of togetherness and love for each other we have here in San Diego. I went to sleep so proud that I am a San Diegan.

See you tomorrow, Diary.

11th Reader

10-24-2007, 08:51 AM

Uhhh I'm listening to the live feed on NBC and heard that PQ was STILL under mandatory evacuation and that everyone who returned were wrong because they never announced that it was an all-clear to go back...

Layla

10-24-2007, 08:59 AM

I just wanted to send my thoughts and prayers out to everyone! We are in East Chula Vista and were watching the fires come up over the hill yesterday morning and waiting for the call, which thankfully, never came.

If any of you, or anyone you know need Childrens clothes, boys or girls, I've got tons. Sized from abou 12 months to 7 yrs. Also tons of toys. We were getting set to take them out to Qualcomm when they said no more donations. Again, if you know of anyone with small children, under about 7 yrs old, that may be in need, we can help, just send me a PM!

surfing_texan

10-24-2007, 09:01 AM

Boy, we're all eerily quiet this morning! Is anyone out there? Is everyone okay?

Here's LBM latest diary entry

Dear Diary,

I'm not even sure what day it is today. I was talking to Michelle last night on the phone and she was talking about something she did on Friday and I was, like, "was that yesterday?" It feels so weird to be awake. To use and over-used sentence, this week has been surreal. It's just so sad and just so scary to be in the midst of all this.

We were evacuated out of Tommy's house on Monday. I packed up the stupidest stuff! The stupidest! I threw a bunch of T-shirts I never wear and a pair of shorts (I don't wear shorts anymore) and a pair of jeans that are too short and too big in the waist. Out of all the clothes in my closet, that's what I packed…along with a pair of Halloween undies and a pair of brown undies. BROWN! Maybe I was in somewhat of a shock. Tommy, Michelle and the kids drove to her sister's house and I drove to my house, the house where Dave and my babies live, where I used to live.

I'm going to leave out why I didn't stay in my house, and I'll leave it at that. I stayed with Chip's parents, Larry and Jerry, in their beautiful home. Larry made us dinner and Jerry made us breakfast and they listened as I cried my eyes out. They are the absolute best. I took Chip, Char and Ev to the movies yesterday, just to get them out of the house and out of the street. We saw Sarah Landon and the Paranormal Hour. I thought it was really good. The kids were scared, but in a good way…not too scared, but entertained. After the movie, Ev and I went outside while the boys played a video game. While I was playing with her hair, I looked over and saw one of the kids who was in the movie! He told me that his neighbors in Scripps Ranch directed it and asked him to be in it! How cool is that?

After that, we hung out at Larry and Jerry's until Dave got home from work. That's when I got in my car and drove back to Tommy's. It felt so good to be back in that house. I felt comfortable for the first time in days. I was thinking about how lucky I am that I get to return "home" and turn on the TV and look into my closet. I cannot even imagine what it's like to lose EVERYTHING.

From "my bedroom window" in Tommy's house, I can see his pool in the backyard. It's completely black. It's FULL of ash and brown palm fronds. It's eerie.

I fell asleep last night to the sound of Brian Williams talking to Marty and Susan on Channel 39. He was honestly amazed at the cohesiveness of this community, the incredible sense of togetherness and love for each other we have here in San Diego. I went to sleep so proud that I am a San Diegan.

See you tomorrow, Diary.

Where to start...wow. I don't even know what to say about this woman. First, she was not evacuated...she was advised to leave...the people that truly were evacuated and got to take nothing would I'm sure be thankful for undies, of any color, and t-shirts and shorts of their own.

I don't think she has a right to call it "my house", and the reason she didn't stay there over night, is ultimately of her own doing. I also personally don't think it's right that she is "crying her eyes out" and airing dirty laundry to Larry/Jerry...Dave is still their neighbor, and so I find it a bit inappropriate.

Sarah Landon and the Paranormal Hour isn't what I'd call an age appropriate movie (Evan is only 3!), but no surprise there. After the movie though...she took Evan outside, and left the boys to play a video game. Alone. She left two 8 year old boys alone. Does she ever use her brain at all?

I'm not saying she didn't have a right to be scared...of course she did, but she doesn't seem to show any genuine compassion for the people who had every reason to be not just scared, but petrified.

snoopiebug

10-24-2007, 09:08 AM

OneKidOneDogMom you put into words my exact feelings when I read that list...
Carol that is terrible I am so sorry to hear about those poor dogs... that was just wrong...
Jake and everyone I know I am not close but anything anyone needs please let me know I will do my best to help....even if it is just an ear to vent
Surfer_Texan he is just not worth the effort, the rest of us would be more than happy to take him on, he is just a waste of space How are you feeling today?
LBM lost all rights when she started using another waste, good for Dave

surfing_texan

10-24-2007, 09:09 AM

I just wanted to send my thoughts and prayers out to everyone! We are in East Chula Vista and were watching the fires come up over the hill yesterday morning and waiting for the call, which thankfully, never came.

If any of you, or anyone you know need Childrens clothes, boys or girls, I've got tons. Sized from abou 12 months to 7 yrs. Also tons of toys. We were getting set to take them out to Qualcomm when they said no more donations. Again, if you know of anyone with small children, under about 7 yrs old, that may be in need, we can help, just send me a PM!

Same with me...I have formula/bottles, pull ups size 4, diapers sizes 3 and 4, toys, clothes. Any of you, or anybody you know are welcome to any of it

surfing_texan

10-24-2007, 09:13 AM

OneKidOneDogMom you put into words my exact feelings when I read that list...
Carol that is terrible I am so sorry to hear about those poor dogs... that was just wrong...
Jake and everyone I know I am not close but anything anyone needs please let me know I will do my best to help....even if it is just an ear to vent
Surfer_Texan he is just not worth the effort, the rest of us would be more than happy to take him on, he is just a waste of space How are you feeling today?
LBM lost all rights when she started using another waste, good for Dave

I'm feeling better than a lot of people, and better than I could be...so I'm thankful at least for that. I haven't spent much time outside, and all the doors and windows are closed but it seems suddenly like I can't breathe this morning. I have asthma, so I know it doesn't take much to cause a flare up but it's really taking a lot of effort to breathe which is odd. Is anybody else near my area experiencing any of this? If i feel like this indoors, I can't imagine what the people forced to be outdoors are going through.

11th Reader

10-24-2007, 09:17 AM

As I'm in Seattle, I can't offer much, but let me know if you guys want to get out of SD and come up to the rain. You guys are welcome at my house (and my boyfriend's!). I'm trying to send the rain down there!

Wabbitsd

10-24-2007, 09:19 AM

Man. Dave Cain probably didn't want her in the house to give her another chance at rooting through stuff in the garage.

oops

10-24-2007, 09:20 AM

Hi All!
I took myself off the thread awhile back as I felt myself much too negative (due to FH and his "teenage" roomie who lives in denial). Just didn't want to be consumed with the ugliness and frustration I was feeling.

But I have been lurking (you guys rock!) Realize that we are caring, good people (the entries and offers on the thread for help during the fires are so touching and resonate what San Diego as a community is). I am proud.

The reason that FH and the farce of it all bugs the heck out of us is that they are lying to us, presenting facades and being the complete opposite of what they pretend to be or present to their listeners. We are mad and are not to be duped. We feel ripped off.

Our goodness for our fellow man and woman is ever so present in these entries of late; total outpouring of generousity and caring. (the opposite of FH.......and that is our irritant.) Good to know all these babies "baking" on the thread have such great thoughts and people caring for them.

Thanks for the great reads and for making me so proud to be a part of this great city. I keep you all in my prayers and hope that all those you know and love are safe and sound. Blessings and extra angels over our firefighters and those keeping the peace.

Wabbitsd

10-24-2007, 09:22 AM

Man. Dave Cain probably didn't want her in the house to give her another chance at rooting through stuff in the garage.
I'd say she probably can't spin the whole reason "she won't get into it" to her advantage. She's darn open about things like her hoo-hah exam and everything else...criminy...

you know, ooops, I know what you mean about the negativity, but I think there's a place for folks to discuss this kind of behavior, and debunk the "I'm a celebrity, I've got license to buck the rules" kind of life they are living.

DreamerGal

10-24-2007, 09:22 AM

Where to start...wow. I don't even know what to say about this woman. First, she was not evacuated...she was advised to leave...the people that truly were evacuated and got to take nothing would I'm sure be thankful for undies, of any color, and t-shirts and shorts of their own.

I don't think she has a right to call it "my house", and the reason she didn't stay there over night, is ultimately of her own doing. I also personally don't think it's right that she is "crying her eyes out" and airing dirty laundry to Larry/Jerry...Dave is still their neighbor, and so I find it a bit inappropriate.

Sarah Landon and the Paranormal Hour isn't what I'd call an age appropriate movie (Evan is only 3!), but no surprise there. After the movie though...she took Evan outside, and left the boys to play a video game. Alone. She left two 8 year old boys alone. Does she ever use her brain at all?

I'm not saying she didn't have a right to be scared...of course she did, but she doesn't seem to show any genuine compassion for the people who had every reason to be not just scared, but petrified.

I agree. LBM is a self-centered, self-indulgent, completely vapid individual. I cannot believe that she is still feeling sorry for herself. I think Dave is just SOOOOOO over her and doesn't want her in the house. If she's an addict, she may have (probably) stolen from him in the past, and he doesn't feel comfortable having her in the house. Understandable!

God, I just can't believe what she puts out there to the world, thinking that it's "normal" and shows how devoted she is to her kids. More than that, I can't believe there are actually people out there who relate to her. Maybe not, though, because if there were even one positive e-mail to Laura, they would most likely post it, right?

I got a text from my guy this morning. He's not going to be released because they are short of resources. But his buddies back at the station are chompin at the bit to get out there on the fire and are willing to switch out. Maybe that will happen, but more likely, he's out of my arms for one more day. Please keep him in your prayers, as the Harris fire seems to be still going strong.

surfing_texan

10-24-2007, 09:24 AM

I thought the exact same thing!!!

I also wanted to check in, and share our unfortunate loss. While not a house, it was a devastating loss for my husbands family. My husband's family lives in Valley Center. Their house was evacuated early this morning, and his father (stupidly) stayed at the house until the last min, and was going to take the dogs (they have 3)with him when he left. While he was loading them up, two of the dogs spooked, and escaped. They ran away, and then about 5 min later he heard 3 gun shots and dogs yelping. He couldnt stop to look for the dogs, because he was being forced out by CHP.

He was later able to get back into the area and look for the dogs with my brother in law. He called my husband a little while ago to confirme what we feared. Two of the dogs have been shot and killed. He does not know who did it, or why. They were small mutts. A white one and a brown one, my husband is VERY upset (we are a young, recently married couple, we also spend alot of time up at their house so my husband was very attatched to the family dogs)

Thanks...but no labor for me yet (thank God).

I'm sorry for your husband and family. I can't imagine what kind of a person would do something like that. I do agree with whoever it was that said it should be reported. They committed a crime...I know it won't bring them back, but it may prevent those heartless people from doing it again.

pax

10-24-2007, 09:30 AM

I bet Dave's new woman is living with him, now. It rather sounds as though Dave is just disgusted with Laura. So "done" with her.

mamasterls

10-24-2007, 09:42 AM

Is anyone is Oceanside near Camp Pendleton that can give an update on the Rice Fire?

oops

10-24-2007, 09:43 AM

Watching and reading about all the losses and all the families in limbo is so scary, sad and humbling. We are donating to about 3 different places and providing home-cooking for some of our firefighting friends and their families as the firefighters get to come home for a few hours; feel an overwhelming need to DO more, DO something. Trying to keep the kids occupied and away from the news, wondering when I'll be able to go back to work (but not wanting to leave my girls while things are in a questionable state). And who's sleeping, right? When I do, it's checking out the window for any signs of fire coming over the hills.......grateful, and yet feeling guilty for being able to sit in my home.

Grateful that I have messes to clean up, chores to do, and meals to plan in my own kitchen. We have kids filling the house (day and night, as some have been displaced by evacuated friends and relatives)....so they are loud and eating everything in sight.......just glad our home can be that place where they can be, and be distracted, and be kids.

Take care one and all.........

SDGirl87

10-24-2007, 09:46 AM

I too am having a very very difficult time breathing today. I'm also an asthmatic. I will be going to see my doctor at 10:30 this morning for a breathing treatment. As the winds die down and the smoke starts to settle, I imagine it's going to get lots worse...especially when the ash starts to fall.

As for LBH...while I'm appalled that she left 2 eight year olds alone...I'm even more shocked that she took her 3 year old OUTSIDE TO PLAY in this smoke and ash!!!! For heaven's sake...it's been repeated over and over on the news to STAY INDOORS.

oops

10-24-2007, 09:46 AM

I bet Dave's new woman is living with him, now. It rather sounds as though Dave is just disgusted with Laura. So "done" with her.

Gosh I hope Dave is above that and not subjecting his kids to more confusion! I'd like to think he lives on a much higher plane than his ex.

O.B.ehave!

10-24-2007, 09:52 AM

LBM is more dense than the smoke and haze covering our poor city. :disa:

Transplant

10-24-2007, 09:55 AM

As for LBH...while I'm appalled that she left 2 eight year olds alone...I'm even more shocked that she took her 3 year old OUTSIDE TO PLAY in this smoke and ash!!!! For heaven's sake...it's been repeated over and over on the news to STAY INDOORS.

i was actually wondering when someone was going to pick up on that! That's the exact thing that came to my mind when I read the blurb

Texasgirl

10-24-2007, 09:58 AM

That's just what I was thinking. There was another girl at Dave's or maybe Laura Cain (hope Google caught that), stole or caused damage when she stayed there last week.

Taking the little ones to a scary movie is the height of oblivious parenting. Charlie and Evan were probably unsettled and anxious because of the fires, even if they were sheltered from the adult talk and the news. And you know damn well they heard everything, including LBM sobbing to the neighbors.

At least Tommy Sablan's kids were with their mom and it sounds like Moochelle's weren't around either. Thank goodness for sane exes.

Thanks to every poster on our board who helped me focus away from dealing with with incompetant exes at my house. My (young adult) daughter's dad called from the East Coast three sheets to the wind and blubbered that he wishes he could help. His words would have had more weight if he had called her at least once in the last six months. Then my hubby's ex, who had their teenage kids up in Escondido, refused to evacuate. The fire was two miles away and heading their way! She kept saying that they didn't get the reverse 911 call yet, even after she said they had only cell phones which were not being called. It was only hours later that her husband slipped up and admitted they had a land line after all. In the end, everyone was fine...

Take care,
#44 TG

Carol

10-24-2007, 10:02 AM

I think the authorities need to be told about this. CHP, Sheriff or whoever was there in charge. I am very sorry about this.

This is a stupid question but....

Other than the possible implication of deivent behavior displayed by the individual who shot the dogs (in a residental neighborhood non the less.) Is there any reason to report it?

The poor lovebugs are gone, we can not change that. If anyone reports this incident, it will be myself, and I would do it with out the family knowing. My father in law blames himself, and is very very very upset, and feels like he has failed the animals and the family ( he is very quiet man and an avid animal lover, and loved those dogs more than anyone). Because the dogs did get loose, and one of them is black and brown (the "scary" dog colors :rolleyes: ) He feels that the person may have been scared of the dog, and frightened because of the bad rap dogs have been getting. So in other words, in his mind, he is justifying the shooters actions, and placing all the blame on himself. Which I think is a thought that the CHP or police will share, making the report useless, except for the fact that it would be on record.

So after this long jumbled rant, my question is, Should I still report it?

DreamerGal

10-24-2007, 10:06 AM

This is a stupid question but....

Other than the possible implication of deivent behavior displayed by the individual who shot the dogs (in a residental neighborhood non the less.) Is there any reason to report it?

The poor lovebugs are gone, we can not change that. If anyone reports this incident, it will be myself, and I would do it with out the family knowing. My father in law blames himself, and is very very very upset, and feels like he has failed the animals and the family ( he is very quiet man and an avid animal lover, and loved those dogs more than anyone). Because the dogs did get loose, and one of them is black and brown (the "scary" dog colors :rolleyes: ) He feels that the person may have been scared of the dog, and frightened because of the bad rap dogs have been getting. So in other words, in his mind, he is justifying the shooters actions, and placing all the blame on himself. Which I think is a thought that the CHP or police will share, making the report useless, except for the fact that it would be on record.

So after this long jumbled rant, my question is, Should I still report it?

Report it, Carol. It can't hurt, and you might get a crazy person (whoever shot the dogs) to have to answer for his/her actions and maybe get his/her weapon confiscated.

I'd report it.

And, while your father-in-law has a point that he shouldn't have waited to evacuate, his actions do not even begin to rise to the actions of a vigilante dog killer. What if the killer let off a wild shot and, instead of getting the dogs, got a person?

I'm so sorry for your family. I know how much I love my animals and how awful it would feel to lose one or more of them to such insanity.

Texasgirl

10-24-2007, 10:08 AM

This is from the Channel 8 Mapquest map. Website: http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msa=0&msid=114250687465160386813.00043d08ac31fe3357571&ie=UTF8&om=1&z=8

Rice Canyon Fire

North County Fire District reports approximately 6,100 acres burned with an unknown containment level. Burn damage includes the Valley Oaks Trailer Park and Pala Mesa Village condos.

Residents are under a mandatory evacuation and instructed to go to San Clemente State Park.

The Rice Canyon Fire in Rice Canyon, North San Diego County has crossed I-15 and Hwy 395.
10/23 10:15 a.m.
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The Rice Fire is 7,500 acres and 15% contained.

1 firefighter has been injured.
Red Flag conditions during daylight hours.
Over 400 structures in De Luz and Northern Fallbrook area threatened.
10/24, 9:45 a.m.

mamalellie

10-24-2007, 10:16 AM

What a crazy time in San Diego right now. We are so lucky to live in a great place with wonderful people like all of you DC members! I read FH's blog this morning and couldn't find the words to express my feelings about him and then I read LBM's and it's just as shallow. What we have found here on our board is in sharp contrast to what they have. We are so thoughtful, kind, loving and thinking about how we can help others. You guys/gals are simply amazing and maybe we will have to meet someday to share our experiences & friendships in a non-virtual kind of way.
God bless all of you, your families and everyone helping during this difficult time in our awesome county!

DreamerGal

10-24-2007, 10:18 AM

Sorry for the rant earlier. I guess I'm getting cranky from the lack of sleep, worrying and wondering. Migraine, my unwelcome friend, visited me this morning. Medicine is starting to work, but it's slow. I know so many others have losses and bigger worries. I just want my man back home!!! So, forgive the self-absorbed and self-indulgent rant about LBM. It did make me feel a little better getting that out!

oops

10-24-2007, 10:21 AM

http://www.sandiego.gov/ohs/reverse911/index.shtml

All cell phones in use in the San Diego area should be registered with this system. This is not a well advertised web site.

Got this today from a friend.........register your cell phones for Reverse 911 contact

Dawnski

10-24-2007, 10:22 AM

They sure aren't giving out much info about the fires in Fallbrook. I'm in Oceanside - had to stay home from work today because the I5 North is closed. I think I would have stayed home anyways since my daughter is home from school. I thought I didn't want to be stuck up there in case anything happened. We aren't out of this yet.

Just had a call from a friend with an office in El Toro (where they are evacuating people to!). He said the fire up there burned close to his office. I didn't even know about fires up there. Wonder where we can get more information.

Yesterday I was packing up important papers and looked around my home office and thought how much of it was just clutter. I had just one puny box of papers and a box of pictures/albums. Funny what's important when it really comes down to it. I love my house, but it can be rebuilt.

surfing_texan

10-24-2007, 10:28 AM

What we have found here on our board is in sharp contrast to what they have. We are so thoughtful, kind, loving and thinking about how we can help others. You guys/gals are simply amazing and maybe we will have to meet someday to share our experiences & friendships in a non-virtual kind of way.
God bless all of you, your families and everyone helping during this difficult time in our awesome county!

My husband called while sitting in an airport waiting for the last leg of his flight, and he and I tossed around the idea of planning something on the beach, or in a community park. He said he would man the grills and we could have a casual cook-out in a public setting and those who feel comfortable coming can show up. I think we felt the public setting may seem less "threatening" for those who are unsure of meeting up.

oops

10-24-2007, 10:28 AM

Yesterday I was packing up important papers and looked around my home office and thought how much of it was just clutter. I had just one puny box of papers and a box of pictures/albums. Funny what's important when it really comes down to it. I love my house, but it can be rebuilt.[/QUOTE]

It is so true; thought the same when considering what to pack to be prepared. Sure things will be missed, but realize what little is truly "necessary" and what you need to build a "home" (Peace Jake).

Perspective and reality checks.

O.B.ehave!

10-24-2007, 10:28 AM

My head hurts this morning too, DreamerGal. Just took my 2nd pair of Excedrin along with my coffee. I know it's the noxious air and all the anxiety. Can totally smell the smoke today eventhough the house has been closed up. It sucks. Migraines suck. I feel for ya... :sad:

oops

10-24-2007, 10:31 AM

Migraines do suck. I'm part of the "team". If you can get some Imitrex it helps me a bunch! {Rx) Sure lots of this is the stress and the air combined. Cold wash cloth, dark quiet room if possible.......feel for ya! : (

Newer Reader

10-24-2007, 10:41 AM

Hi, I'm still getting caught up on the messages but wanted to check in. I live south of the 56 in Penasquitos (XXXFH's territory, along with PQ gal and Ashya {sp?). We got a reverse 911 call and evacuated night before last, but right after we left my sis saw on the news that the calls south of the 56 were made in error. The mandatory evacuation was (and I think still is) north of the 56. We came home last night. No regrets--I told my kiddos that if we ever got a call telling us to leave we would not question, we would go. Our neighbors stayed.

I am thinking of Jake and any others (I need to finish reading) who lost their house (not home). We have 2 families we know well so far that we know of who have lost houses as well.

Valley Center--my sister lives near the high school, which is the evacuation center. Her family is there now helping serve breakfast since she and her hubby are both teachers and many of their students are there. Are our DC Valley Center families o.k.?

Now that we're home and unpacking, my kiddos are I are going to figure out a way we can help. Take care all,

NR #26

SadSadSad

10-24-2007, 10:51 AM

Just got word two co workers houses are gone. For those of you wanting info on Fallbrook, Ramona and Valley Center go to SignOnSanDiego.com to the forums and each of the communities have forums where people are giving info. Finally found some good info on Ramona there.

Everyone take care and God Bless.

zodiac

10-24-2007, 10:52 AM

I listened to J&J this morning for just a few minutes and heard something good. I guess a caller or someone dubbed San Diego as the City of Love or County of Love (something like that) and I totally agree. I'm very impressed with all the love and generosity from everyone, it's fabulous. I'm so proud to be here!

And Surfing Tex, I'm all about meeting for a BBQ, that would be great! :dinner:

DreamerGal

10-24-2007, 10:54 AM

My husband called while sitting in an airport waiting for the last leg of his flight, and he and I tossed around the idea of planning something on the beach, or in a community park. He said he would man the grills and we could have a casual cook-out in a public setting and those who feel comfortable coming can show up. I think we felt the public setting may seem less "threatening" for those who are unsure of meeting up.

That would be fun. My guy is also a bbq fiend (firemen love fire!). He could help your hubby out!

Newer Reader

10-24-2007, 10:55 AM

"He was later able to get back into the area and look for the dogs with my brother in law. He called my husband a little while ago to confirme what we feared. Two of the dogs have been shot and killed. He does not know who did it, or why. They were small mutts. A white one and a brown one, my husband is VERY upset (we are a young, recently married couple, we also spend alot of time up at their house so my husband was very attatched to the family dogs)"

Oh, Carol! I read this just after I sent my last post. I am so sorry! WHY would someone do this? Awful. NR #26

PaintDry

10-24-2007, 11:11 AM

I am not a regular poster but a fiendish reader for several months now. I feel as if I know you all which is an odd feeling. As with everyone else, I too would be more than happy to give you anything I have if you can use it. Jake, I have a 17 year old daughter who has way too many clothes (although I have never complained before because I borrow them :) . As for LBM and her post, Pax I think you are right on--DaveCain is just disgusted with the sight of her and her being in his house taints the goodness that now resides there. On another note, I know you have all wanted to help and I found out that the fire fighters and medical teams all need personal items. I was given a list and contact number for the AMR headquarters. Husband and kids on the way to drop off some things now. Hope this helps some of you that are looking for ways to contribute:

Cots
Empty travel size bottles
Gold Bond/Foot powder
Socks
Deodorant
Bar soap
Ziploc gallon bags
Q-tips
Shampoo & Conditioner
Cough Drops
Chap sticks
Toothbrush & Toothpaste
Handy Wipes
Sun block/Sunscreen
Wash clothes
Towels
Razors
Shaving gel/Cream
Under shirts- white
Pillows
Blankets
Tissue - Individual boxes
Questions, call:
Jennifer
858-492-3518

:) DC#92:)

snoopiebug

10-24-2007, 11:12 AM

This is a stupid question but....

Other than the possible implication of deivent behavior displayed by the individual who shot the dogs (in a residental neighborhood non the less.) Is there any reason to report it?

The poor lovebugs are gone, we can not change that. If anyone reports this incident, it will be myself, and I would do it with out the family knowing. My father in law blames himself, and is very very very upset, and feels like he has failed the animals and the family ( he is very quiet man and an avid animal lover, and loved those dogs more than anyone). Because the dogs did get loose, and one of them is black and brown (the "scary" dog colors :rolleyes: ) He feels that the person may have been scared of the dog, and frightened because of the bad rap dogs have been getting. So in other words, in his mind, he is justifying the shooters actions, and placing all the blame on himself. Which I think is a thought that the CHP or police will share, making the report useless, except for the fact that it would be on record.

So after this long jumbled rant, my question is, Should I still report it?

Absolutely report it, just for that one reaason it will be on record. Hopefully it will be investigated and the responsible person will be found.
I can't even imagine what your father in law is feeling right now, poor guy I feel for him, so not his fault

eyeseeyou

10-24-2007, 11:20 AM

Checking in...
My son and I finally made it home to San Marcos this morning. The 15 opened up south/north from Temecula all the way down. Hope everyone here in the club is safe.

eyeseeyou

10-24-2007, 11:22 AM

CITY OF TEMECULA
PRESS RELEASE

DATE: October 24, 2007

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CITY OF TEMECULA ANNOUNCES…
Media Contact: Fernando Herrara, Captain (760) 250-9881

The Rosa Fire located in De Luz just southwest of the city limits is 85% contained and should be 100% contained by 6:00 p.m. Cal Fire and Temecula City Fire will maintain a presence until 6:00 p.m. Thursday upon which time the fire will be declared controlled.

The Rice Canyon Fire located in the Fallbrook area is currently headed south and west. There is a portion of the Rice Canyon Fire that is burning west toward the Santa Margarita drainage. Residents of De Luz Canyon in San Diego County have been asked to evacuate. There are currently no evacuation orders for De Luz residents in Riverside County .
For up to date fire information, please contact Riverside County Fire Information Line (951) 940-6985.

The Poomacha Fire located in the Valley Center area is currently 25,000 acres and threatening the communities of Escondido , Vista, and Mount Palomar . As the fire continues to burn north toward Mount Palomar Observatory it will be very visible from the southern portion of the City. This fire does not currently pose a threat to any of the residents of Morgan Hill , Vail Ranch, or unincorporated areas of Riverside County . CAL FIRE/Temecula Fire along with Temecula Police Department have deployed fire and police units in the Red Hawk/Wolf Creek area as a precautionary measure only. These resources will remain in the area until any potential threat from the fires burning in San Diego County have been abated.

Currently, evacuation shelters at the Community Recreation Center and Temecula Valley High School are full and all evacuees should be directed to Chaparral High School where there are sufficient resources. In addition, Vista Murrieta High School is also open and available to accept evacuees.

The City of Temecula is grateful for the outpouring of support and generosity from those offering to donate necessary items and services. In an effort to consolidate this continued effort, Rancho Community Church located on Temecula Parkway will now be accepting chapstick, toothbrushes, kids toothbrushes, toothpaste, eye drops, antiperspirant, sanitary napkins, diapers (all sizes), wipes, travel size soap, travel size shampoo, painter’s tape, masking tape, batteries (AA’s, C’s, D’s), Children’s DVD’s, pens, clipboards, notepads, bath towels, hair brushes, baby formula, adult diapers, shower shoes, baby blankets, and bottled water. No prepared food can be accepted.

For the residents of the south end of Temecula largely the Wolf Creek, Red Hawk, and Vail Ranch developments, there will be a community meeting this evening (Wednesday, October 24, 2007) at 6 p.m. at Great Oak High School with updates provided by CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department.

Finally, only the Police Department and the Fire Department have the authority to ask you to evacuate.

Transplant

10-24-2007, 11:23 AM

My husband called while sitting in an airport waiting for the last leg of his flight, and he and I tossed around the idea of planning something on the beach, or in a community park. He said he would man the grills and we could have a casual cook-out in a public setting and those who feel comfortable coming can show up. I think we felt the public setting may seem less "threatening" for those who are unsure of meeting up.

I will be there "with Bells On"...hey OKODMom and I could carpool with our boys. we only live 2 blocks from each other! And Catwoman7042 lives next door to me....

I'm all for it. As soon as you take care of you're little package and keep her put for a bit longer!

NewAgeGoddess

10-24-2007, 11:24 AM

Hi. I'm still up in the Bay Area. How is the air quality in PQ area. Me and my youngest son have asthma. We don't have A/C at our house so I'm waiting to come back down.

SDReadhead

10-24-2007, 11:25 AM

Wednesday October 24, 2007 2am
Wednesday, October 24, 2007 at 8:52am

[FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]"Back in time note": I remember when I used to work like midnight to 6am when I was like 18 years old, I used to come home at 6:30am and there would be fried rice already made for me to eat and my mom would tell me about the things I said on the air that whole time between midnight to 6am. My mom would just sit or lay in her bedroom with the radio on, listening to me. This was PRE Jeff and Jer days, so my voice was almost like a cartoon character that a helium leak whereever he was. I was so bad, but my mom would listen to me all the time. I remember I asked if she thought I was any good and from time to time, I always smile when I recall what she said to me after I asked her that question, [B]she said: "Tomas, you have a looooong way to go baby"......When I remind her what she told me we always smile and laugh about it. I still have a LOOOONG WAY TO GO BABY!
That liar said in his magical blob about his dead brother that only that brother called him Tomas, and that once, recently, his mom called him that and it reminded him of his brother. This was back when LBM returned from rehab and he was all gung ho on helping her do 100 meetings in 100 days or some stint like that. Am I imagining all of this? Please don't tell me that there is some sick part of my imagination that has a place for XXXL.

Complaining about FH probably seems shallow at this time, but I'm in a giddy, goofy, no-sleep mood. We returned to our house at 3am after a mistaken mandatory evac call. We got the call, looked outside and saw clear skies, called 211 to confirm the evacuation and were told to HURRY!!! Ended up it was a mistaken zip code and real call was meant for Fallbrook. Ended up having a lot of fun in the middle of the night with neighbors, but we all sort of knew in our hearts there was some mistake and that the real people suffering were in Fallbrook and Camp Pendleton. I'm going to go take a nap.

Blessings to all of you!

PeaPod

10-24-2007, 11:26 AM

I am a longtime lurker, recent and rare poster, but just had to come on here and comment on how amazing and wonderful it is to go back and wade through pages and pages of posts made over the past few days. It's heartwarming to see how much good can come out of such tragedy. This board reminds me that there are still truly good people in this world!

Thanks to all of you for all that you do!

On a more personal note (and since I was away from the Internet the past couple of days and couldn't read or post here), this is #21 checking in that all is a-okay at my house. I live in Scripps Ranch and we had to evacuate on Monday but got back home safe and sound last night. Unfortunately, I know of a few families that have lost everything. It's heartbreaking to see what our city is going through.

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you right now.

Texasgirl

10-24-2007, 11:31 AM

Migraines do suck. I'm part of the "team". If you can get some Imitrex it helps me a bunch! {Rx) Sure lots of this is the stress and the air combined. Cold wash cloth, dark quiet room if possible.......feel for ya! : (

Excedrin, Imitrix and a heated "Bed Buddy" (bag of rice in a sock, for those who missed earlier) are the items which allow me to work. My hubby gets ocular migraines and caffeine and heat are the only things which come close to helping.

Thanks to everyone who has been posting. It sure gave me something to do and distracted me this past week. I wish all of you the very best.

#44

Transplant

10-24-2007, 11:31 AM

We returned to our house at 3am after a mistaken mandatory evac call. We got the call, looked outside and saw clear skies, called 211 to confirm the evacuation and were told to HURRY!!! Ended up it was a mistaken zip code and real call was meant for Fallbrook.

Now I know about the RSDiego false alert, so there have been others???? What neck of the woods are you in SDRH? That is really disturbing to me....people could suffer heart attacks or have a car accident in a mode of panic!

BebeSD

10-24-2007, 11:35 AM

DCM #120 Checking in from east Chula Vista, where thank God we were spared from evacuation...Husband and I are feeling unbelievably lucky that the fire shifted, and incredibly sad as we watch others' houses burned or threatened.

So glad to see everything here is status quo: FH and LBM are still selfish and just don't get it, but better than that, the rest of you are inspiring, amazing, intelligent, and compassionate. Thank you for giving me a place in cyberspace to go and feel the good in San Diego.

So sorry for the homes (houses - thanks for the poignancym Jake!) you have lost and damage you have suffered... sickening about the dogs... my thoughts and prayers are with all of you for a healthy recovery (keep the baby in!).

Transplant

10-24-2007, 11:36 AM

Hi. I'm still up in the Bay Area. How is the air quality in PQ area. Me and my youngest son have asthma. We don't have A/C at our house so I'm waiting to come back down.

Well, channel 10's weather is showing the air quality as "POOR" so with asthma i don't think you should risk it right now....

SDReadhead

10-24-2007, 11:48 AM

Now I know about the RSDiego false alert, so there have been others???? What neck of the woods are you in SDRH? That is really disturbing to me....people could suffer heart attacks or have a car accident in a mode of panic!

All of 92069 (north san marcos) was put on "mandatory evacuation" status last night between 10 and 11 pm. Some of our neighbors got reverse 911s and some did not. We didn't, but we only have cell phone so I don't know if we would have or not. Our neighbors knocked on our door and told us about the evac. Sky looked clear, but we could see an orange glowing sky from Rice fire (or maybe Pendleton) to the north. I called 211 and was told that yes, 92069 had mandatory evac and we had to get going. So did my neighbors. Many decided to stay because it just didn't seem sensible. The fires were still pretty far away and there was little wind. We left because we have kids and had a place to go, but we sort of figured that there wasn't a need.

We heard two explanations -- one was that the zip code was misentered in the system and one was that we really were in what was considered to be a line of fire if the some of the fires to the north and east of us joined up.

I'm not one to blame. I'd rather have a false evacuation report than none at all.

Oh, on another note -- I heard some great advice on the radio today. They said that all of us who have gathered things that are not needed at the evacuation centers -- HOLD ON TO THEM -- once those who have lost their houses leave the evacuation places, they will need ALL of our stuff. So don't feel bad; there will be plenty of places to drop it all off in the coming weeks, and it will be much needed and appreciated.

DeeTroit

10-24-2007, 11:57 AM

Hi. I'm still up in the Bay Area. How is the air quality in PQ area. Me and my youngest son have asthma. We don't have A/C at our house so I'm waiting to come back down.

Newage, I'm in the Asthma and Migraine club too. I'm an exit or two away from PQ and the air this morning was horrible for me. I usually don't have to use my inhaler very much at all since I went on singulair but this morning I had to use it before I left for work. Stay where you are if you can. Be safe and well everyone.

Wabbitsd

10-24-2007, 11:58 AM

NewAGeGoddess:

from signonsandiego today:

It's going to be many days before these particles are out of the atmosphere,” said Bill Brick, senior meteorologist with the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District. “We won't have good air around the county until probably Saturday or Sunday.”

surfing_texan

10-24-2007, 12:16 PM

Contractions are now 2-3 an hour so I'm off to the hospital. I hope each and every one of you is safe, healthy, and with those you love. Check in with you all later...my thoughts and prayers are with you guys!

texasmommy

10-24-2007, 12:17 PM

Wishing you the best of luck Surfing Texan.... Lots of prayers for you and your little girl!

BebeSD

10-24-2007, 12:19 PM

Take care surfing texan... may everything turn out well for you and 30A!

shello

10-24-2007, 12:19 PM

Gosh I hope Dave is above that and not subjecting his kids to more confusion! I'd like to think he lives on a much higher plane than his ex.

Dave does not have a girlfriend...at least no one who has moved in. He may be seeing someone (I doubt it), but he has a lot on his plate so I don't think dating is huge on his list of stuff to do. The marriage just broke up 7 months ago so it is fresh and experts don't recommend that one date until one year post divorce.

Also, as for the bad air...when I finally shut all the windows I could not smell a thing, yet my house is cool. No need for AC though experts say we should not use it. Us non big deals listen to what the experts say.

Everyone be safe!

Layla

10-24-2007, 12:20 PM

Contractions are now 2-3 an hour so I'm off to the hospital. I hope each and every one of you is safe, healthy, and with those you love. Check in with you all later...my thoughts and prayers are with you guys!

Good luck! I've got my fingers crossed for you!

oops

10-24-2007, 12:27 PM

Contractions are now 2-3 an hour so I'm off to the hospital. I hope each and every one of you is safe, healthy, and with those you love. Check in with you all later...my thoughts and prayers are with you guys!

Our thoughts and prayers with you! Just don't name her Laura Michelle!

Now, B-R-E-A-T-H-E... :)

shello

10-24-2007, 12:27 PM

Everything is going to hell in a handbasket. My thoughts are with everyone having a difficult time. Surfing Texan is going to the hospital, which is thebest place for her. But still..... And everyone has migraines. I am sorry everyone.:|

Per my earlier post, it's a simple thing and I am sure everyone has done it, but shut all of the bad air out of your home and close the windows.

Be safe everyone!

oops

10-24-2007, 12:31 PM

Dave does not have a girlfriend...at least no one who has moved in.

Shello, are you a neighbor or just a great informant with good sources? Wouldn't think Dave would be going that route. Thinking/hoping he's just trying to bring some normalcy and routine to the little ones' lives.

DeeTroit

10-24-2007, 12:41 PM

Shello,

I know it's a frustrating time for all of us but based on the sense of community here I don't think it's going to hell in a handbaseket. I am grateful that I have my family and health even if that health includes asthma and migraines. I have a friend who is on oxygen (she's my age 40's) and was living in Ramona until she was evacuated. I'm very sad to hear that surfing Tex is going to the hospital but so thankful she is going where she can be watched and taken care of. I have her, baby, and all of you in my thoughts and prayers and will help in any way I can. Hang in there.

Catwoman7042

10-24-2007, 12:44 PM

Surfing Texan
My thoughts and prayers are with you

mamasterls

10-24-2007, 12:57 PM

Update:
Pomoacho fire is headed east toward Julian, & north toward Anza-Borrego.

Be safe...

oops

10-24-2007, 01:00 PM

Went to Qualcomm today to drop a few things. How cool is this?! Donations accepted 9-12 only (that says a lot!) Process was smooth and efficient. So great to see so many helping in whatever ways they can; lots of people in uniform (thank you!) and it all was so calm and orderly. S.D. has a lot to be proud of; not only the generousity of supplies, but of spirit, talents, goodwill and good nature! And great point, SDRedhead, about the need continuing when families will be rebuilding and relocating in the weeks to come.

oops

10-24-2007, 01:11 PM

Update:
Pomoacho fire is headed east toward Julian, & north toward Anza-Borrego.

Be safe...

Just when some folks were heading to the desert for refuge...:disa:

texasmommy

10-24-2007, 01:20 PM

SdGirl87 - please let us know how your dr. appt went... Hope your asthma is under control. Thinking of you! :)

mamasterls

10-24-2007, 01:30 PM

And Surfing_texan, I've been worried about you. If you can let us know what is happening with you.

walker3day

10-24-2007, 01:31 PM

Hi gang,
first I just want to say my thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time. It's great to see how we are all coming together as a group. We are all amazing. Things are a little smokey and ashey here in Vista, A couple of my freinds in Escondido are still not in their houses,not sure when they can go back. I also wanted to say thank-you to all those on the DCM
who donated to the 3-day. Thank-you, thank-you,thank-you. I will be walking for you all. I contacted the 3Day peeps and they say it's still a go for the 2nd weekend of Nov. I'll keep you posted.
You guys have donated as of today, a total of $270.00. Thanks gang.
Be safe

Dawnski

10-24-2007, 01:39 PM

Contractions are now 2-3 an hour so I'm off to the hospital. I hope each and every one of you is safe, healthy, and with those you love. Check in with you all later...my thoughts and prayers are with you guys!

It looks like that little baby still needs some more time in the oven! I'll be thinking about you.

SDGirl87

10-24-2007, 01:52 PM

My doctor appointment went ok. When I got out of the smoke and soot from where my office is (Del Mar), I was breathing LOTS better. I did not need a treatment once I got there. I do however, have an ear infection and sinus infection! I knew I hadn't been feeling well (understatement!) but chalked it up to smoke, dryness, stress etc. Turns out I was right...I didn't feel well...lol. I'm with the rest of you migraine sufferers but fortunately I don't have one right now and my breathing is pretty good right now. Apparently I need to stay out of Del Mar for a few more days :)

I'm one of the lucky ones. I consider myself blessed beyond belief. I know where all of my loved ones are, and at the worst, we may have lost one house (Mom's). We are the lucky ones. I am one of the most fortunate people in the City right now, as I sit here at my desk in the comfort of my house with my familiar things surrounding me. I am so blessed.

oops

10-24-2007, 02:00 PM

SDGirl87, glad you're on the mend. Hope your mom's house will be okay. Like you, I too am blessed to be in our home, and feel that recognizing that and living it out in word and deed is a tribute to those who are faced with losses or uncertainty.

Smitty

10-24-2007, 02:05 PM

With everything that is going on with the fires a lot of us have overlooked the insignificant things that have brought us all together on this board like the Cain's October 23rd court date that has passed. I guess the Cains are still no closer to deciding who gets what than when Laura came back from rehab. I'm still wondering who will have to pay who spousal support.

oops

10-24-2007, 02:11 PM

With everything that is going on with the fires a lot of us have overlooked the insignificant things that have brought us all together on this board like the Cain's October 23rd court date that has passed. I guess the Cains are still no closer to deciding who gets what than when Laura came back from rehab. I'm still wondering who will have to pay who spousal support.

Courts were closed yesterday; bet she was glad for that. Sure part of her displeasure in her previous diary entry had to do with all that he is going to fight her for and with! Being a grown-up is hard, huh? Being responsible, taking responsibity, and facing facts. Well, guess she wouldn't know about that.

DreamerGal

10-24-2007, 02:17 PM

With everything that is going on with the fires a lot of us have overlooked the insignificant things that have brought us all together on this board like the Cain's October 23rd court date that has passed. I guess the Cains are still no closer to deciding who gets what than when Laura came back from rehab. I'm still wondering who will have to pay who spousal support.

All Superior Courts are closed til next Monday. Their hearing will be rescheduled.

Newer Reader

10-24-2007, 02:20 PM

Hi NewAge, I'm in PQ south of 56. The air quality is better, but still poor--I am not letting the kiddos play outside. I just heard on the news that the Santa Ana is over. We're inside, no AC at our place either but we're comfortable.

If I were you though, with your health concerns, I'd wait one more day. Thinking of you too, Surfin' Texan.

NR #26

oops

10-24-2007, 02:26 PM

All Superior Courts are closed til next Monday. Their hearing will be rescheduled.

Plenty of time for her to fit in her remaining 81 meetings to demonstrate concerted effort and remorse. :rolleyes: And more time to shop for just the right $73 outfit to wear to court! (wonder if that ensemble will get posted on the Big Deals' website?)

11th Reader

10-24-2007, 02:32 PM

Ok, totally random but I need help.

I'm babysitting my best friend's son, he's 6 months old, and super fussy today. I usually don't have a problem with him, but he doesn't want to be held, doesn't want to be put down either, he drank about half of his milk before he started spitting his milk at me, won't eat his baby food, and isn't wet or smelly. I'm lost as to what to do. I don't have a kid of my own, so I don't have any wisdom to draw from.

He refused to nap earlier and I finally put him down for half an hour, so I think he's just tired, but he still won't sleep. I've tossed him into the crib in homes that he'll cry himself to sleep, but he's just going at it...not sure if I should get him or let him cry it out. Any suggestions?

shello

10-24-2007, 02:35 PM

Just saw on Channel 8 (they have a call-in/telethon-thing for donations) that Greg Simms (Jeff's friend and Jack FM dj) as well as Monique are taking calls. It's something. Ya know, FH (and the growth known as Moochelle) and LBM could do something where they use their clebreity (hate that word) or "big dealness" to do some good at this time.

I am glad SDGirl87 is doing better. I was thinking about sinus infections or at least the headaches that dry weather causes with regards to sinuse. Try (Ocean) saline nose spray as it works wonders. And then there is the Bed Buddy too....frozen for migraines and hot in the microwave for aches and pains. (I traveled across the country a few weeks ago to Podunk and had my Bed Buddy with me as I like it on long car trips for my back. The small conv. store in the middle of nowhere had no working microwave - I was not shocked.) But they are great...keep one in the car and microwave it at 7-11 when needed.

Be safe all!!!!!

TGKAM-The Growth Known as Moochelle. (seeing as she is attached at the hip)

WhoMe

10-24-2007, 02:35 PM

Plenty of time for her to fit in her remaining 81 meetings to demonstrate concerted effort and remorse. :rolleyes: And more time to shop for just the right $73 outfit to wear to court! (wonder if that ensemble will get posted on the Big Deals' website?) LMAO, thank you Oops! Surfin Texan I'm praying that baby gets another month or two before you get to meet her. Also prayers for all who may have lost shelter and memories...every day is precious and it sounds like all our people are safe. Keeping good thoughts.

shello

10-24-2007, 02:39 PM

Ok, totally random but I need help.

I'm babysitting my best friend's son, he's 6 months old, and super fussy today. I usually don't have a problem with him, but he doesn't want to be held, doesn't want to be put down either, he drank about half of his milk before he started spitting his milk at me, won't eat his baby food, and isn't wet or smelly. I'm lost as to what to do. I don't have a kid of my own, so I don't have any wisdom to draw from.

He refused to nap earlier and I finally put him down for half an hour, so I think he's just tired, but he still won't sleep. I've tossed him into the crib in homes that he'll cry himself to sleep, but he's just going at it...not sure if I should get him or let him cry it out. Any suggestions?

Maybe the Disney Channel. Or let him crawl in to your cupboard (or, better yet, bring him out on the living room floor) and let him play with the (loud) lids to your cookware. I assume they are metal and not heavy glass or aluminum. (I assume Jer(k) would have the response..."try a stiff drink. Not for the kid but you")

WhoMe

10-24-2007, 02:39 PM

I'm babysitting my best friend's son, he's 6 months old, and super fussy today. I usually don't have a problem with him, but he doesn't want to be held, doesn't want to be put down either, he drank about half of his milk before he started spitting his milk at me, won't eat his baby food, and isn't wet or smelly. I'm lost as to what to do. I don't have a kid of my own, so I don't have any wisdom to draw from.

He refused to nap earlier and I finally put him down for half an hour, so I think he's just tired, but he still won't sleep. I've tossed him into the crib in homes that he'll cry himself to sleep, but he's just going at it...not sure if I should get him or let him cry it out. Any suggestions?

Sounds to me like he's not feeling well...does he feel warm. (I use my mouth to their forehead to judge that) Edited to add OR a thermometer but that has to be a baby one or you'll have trouble! It is so dry and smoky he could have the headache many of us are complaining of...but ear infection or teething also come to mind. Do you have something cold for him to chew on? Try putting a damp washcloth in the freezer and see if that brings relief. If feverish, infant tylenol. Good luck...sorry the little mite is out of sorts.

GGmami

10-24-2007, 02:40 PM

Migraines do suck. I'm part of the "team". If you can get some Imitrex it helps me a bunch! {Rx) Sure lots of this is the stress and the air combined. Cold wash cloth, dark quiet room if possible.......feel for ya! : (

Me too. Today I woke up knowing I was getting one, but I'm not allowed to take my Imitrex b/c I'm nursing. :dead: I also have asthma, but I'm just so happy to have a house that is out of danger, for now at least. Also, my family was allowed to go back to their houses, so we have room if anybody needs a place to stay in Oceanside.

11th Reader

10-24-2007, 02:45 PM

He's not feverish just fussy and tired. I can usually bounce him to sleep or at least get him to stop crying by bouncing him. I tried blowing on his belly to get him to laugh, he did stop crying to laugh and then after I stopped he whimpered again. I put him down on the ground to play in his activity gym, he seems to have stopped crying, but he's yawning a lot and still a bit fussier than usual.

It seems to be this cycle, put him in the gym he plays, then starts crying and when I come to see what's up he puts his hands up as though he wants me to pick him up, so I do...and he stops for a few seconds and then starts up again. Not sure how to really get him to stop.

I guess my best friend and her husband been having trouble putting him to sleep, he's just refusing to do it and he's crying at the sight of the bouncy ball and even his crib, and instead of crying himself to sleep, he turns blue. I guess he's stopped crying for now and is lying in the activity gym so that's good.

SDGirl87

10-24-2007, 02:51 PM

That wee one is probably overtired, picking up on the stress vibes from everyone around him, and very well may be having some affect from the smoke. I was going to suggest a cool bath or a swing, or a ride in the car. Motion seems to calm them down when nothing else will..and if he's hot, a cool bath will feel good. He may just be fussy and uncomfortable like the rest of us, and honestly if that's it, there isn't much you CAN do. Make sure he's just in a diaper (it's hot...) and/or loose clothing. I love the suggestion of freezing a wash cloth and letting him chew on it, and worst case, give him some infant tylenol or benadryl (VERY CAREFULLY) and let him sleep off the crankies. (I'm a former child care specialist with a degree in child development specializing in prenatal to 18 months and have worked with infants for years.)

11th Reader

10-24-2007, 02:55 PM

Haha we're in Seattle...so it's not the smoke and it's raining and cold so I don't want to take him for a walk either. I'm going to try bouncing again...

SDGirl87

10-24-2007, 02:57 PM

Oops...well then nevermind...lol. Good luck :)

Wabbitsd

10-24-2007, 02:57 PM

Does he have even the slightest runny nose, or are there extra tears in his eyes? It sounds so much like my daughter who would get surprise ear infections. She would be ok if held her, but if I put her down, she would cry. Many times she went to sleep as I sat in a reclining chair...but it would turn out to be the start of an ear infection.

My daughter didn't sleep much during the day, no matter what. She'd do a good 5or 6 hr stretch at night, but not during the day. I would have thought she inherited that trait from me, I can't sleep when there is any light...but she's in her teenage years, she can sleep now at the most inopportune times.

OneKidOneDogMom

10-24-2007, 02:58 PM

RE the 6 month old baby - I agree with all the suggestions already posted. It could be teething, the weather, a sinus/ear infection, anything!

You may want to try to put him in the tub (sink?) and see if playing in the water makes him feel any better. A gentle baby massage can work wonders, too.

Also, does he do better sitting up or laying down? Do you have a rocking chair or a bouncy seat? Even putting a baby on top of a running clothes dryer sometimes calms them down (disclaimer: never, ever leave them unattended, even for a split second!)

Maybe he's just missing his Mom....

cheekymonkey

10-24-2007, 02:58 PM

He's not feverish just fussy and tired. I can usually bounce him to sleep or at least get him to stop crying by bouncing him. I tried blowing on his belly to get him to laugh, he did stop crying to laugh and then after I stopped he whimpered again. I put him down on the ground to play in his activity gym, he seems to have stopped crying, but he's yawning a lot and still a bit fussier than usual.

It seems to be this cycle, put him in the gym he plays, then starts crying and when I come to see what's up he puts his hands up as though he wants me to pick him up, so I do...and he stops for a few seconds and then starts up again. Not sure how to really get him to stop.

I guess my best friend and her husband been having trouble putting him to sleep, he's just refusing to do it and he's crying at the sight of the bouncy ball and even his crib, and instead of crying himself to sleep, he turns blue. I guess he's stopped crying for now and is lying in the activity gym so that's good.

Sounds like he maybe teething at this age. Can you try laying down with him and rubbing his back or tummy? Wet a washcloth and put it in the frige or freezer for a few minutes to chill it and see if he will chew on that for a little bit.

Good luck..poor little guy...maybe the after effects of smoke. I sure feel like crap!

cheekymonkey

10-24-2007, 03:01 PM

Ok, I am just done unpacking and taking aspirin for my headache, what is the status on our posters? I caught a little on Jake..is he ok? Anyone hear?

After sitting on my :spock: for the last 2 days, I'm trying to get caught up onm stuff. I hope everyone here is ok and their families are too. We just came home to lots of soot and dirt and tossed patio furniture. My puppy is so glad to be home too!!

We are lucky, we had family to stay with. Thanks for any updates!

snoopiebug

10-24-2007, 03:03 PM

Is his tummy hard maybe gas? One of my girls was really colicky till she was at least 9 months just an idea... you said rainy so maybe not but you can always try a car ride. Have you checked his gums he might just be teething as well. that just makes them miserable poor things.
All I can think of, hope that helps

Daisy CA

10-24-2007, 03:09 PM

What used to work for my two when they were babies was to put on a slow song and dance/bounce to the music. The music would calm them and the dancing made them feel better. They seemed to like Elton John songs for some reason ("Can You Feel the Love Tonight" always worked!).

oops

10-24-2007, 03:19 PM

For the baby...in case it's gas, try lying him on his back and rotating his bent legs like he's riding a bicycle. This was helpful for our's when they'd get gassy or a little clogged (so to speak)...

exhausting huh? sure you are doing a good job! (in exchange for all this baby advice, how 'bout sending us some of your rain? My rain dance is embarrassing my kids and obviously missing a few critical steps!)

11th Reader

10-24-2007, 03:21 PM

Woohoo, I finally got him to sleep again...let's hope it's a bit longer than half an hour this time. Thanks for the great advice, I did a bit of a bouncy/slow dance to Raffi and then bounced him on one of those exercise balls and he put up a huge fight but I just held him tighter and he finally yawned and gave up.

11th Reader

10-24-2007, 03:24 PM

Funny, he is gassy...he ate some sweet potatoes last night that didn't agree too much and he's been farting up a storm (I feel like FH saying that for some reason...yuck.) He's also on his back with his legs up like suggested. That is true...he's been gassy all day, but I have yet to change a diaper since I've been here at 10 am. I've checked three times and nothing!

DreamerGal

10-24-2007, 03:30 PM

Haha we're in Seattle...so it's not the smoke and it's raining and cold so I don't want to take him for a walk either. I'm going to try bouncing again...

Have you tried the football hold? Hold him sideways in front of you with both arms and then twist your body back and forth, giving him a little ride. that would put my colicky boy to calm when he was a baby. Hope it works!

oops

10-24-2007, 03:31 PM

you know, ooops, I know what you mean about the negativity, but I think there's a place for folks to discuss this kind of behavior, and debunk the "I'm a celebrity, I've got license to buck the rules" kind of life they are living.

Just caught up with this blurb and thanks, you're right! I LOVE that he/they read it. Like I've said before, the emperor has no clothes and what a hoot it is to watch him/them squirm. (OMG please help erase the mental image I just had of FH!)

beffers

10-24-2007, 04:00 PM

Avid reader of the DC thread...thoughts and prayers to all being affected by this horror!

To lighten the mood-at least a little-saw on the SDradio.net website that Delana will be doing mid-days on 95.7. Hope I'm not repeating something that was already known! Tried to reread posts to make sure!

zodiac

10-24-2007, 04:06 PM

Avid reader of the DC thread...thoughts and prayers to all being affected by this horror!

To lighten the mood-at least a little-saw on the SDradio.net website that Delana will be doing mid-days on 95.7. Hope I'm not repeating something that was already known! Tried to reread posts to make sure!

Good for her, that's great! Has she been on J&J this week, I've barely listened.

mamasterls

10-24-2007, 04:06 PM

Avid reader of the DC thread...thoughts and prayers to all being affected by this horror!

To lighten the mood-at least a little-saw on the SDradio.net website that Delana will be doing mid-days on 95.7. Hope I'm not repeating something that was already known! Tried to reread posts to make sure!

Will she still be doing mornings at 94.1, or has she escaped from the Chamber of Horrors?

mamasterls

10-24-2007, 04:20 PM

Here's the latest blurb...

Wednesday October 24, 2007 2pm
Wednesday, October 24, 2007 at 5:12pm

Wednesday October 24, 2007 2pm: Right after the show, we made sure everyone in our family was okay. From my mom to Michelle’s sisters everyone was doing well. I even spoke with Vanessa earlier this morning right before school. I think I’m going to take the kids and everyone out of town this weekend to just get away. Not sure where yet.

Today had some normalcy to it! We went out to eat at El Torito. Michelle was craving enchiladas, so like a good fiancé, I joined her and had some of those enchiladas and more. I start eating better when the fires are contained.

You sure know who your friends are and who is true to you and who has honor and who will be there for you or not during times like these.
You know those regulars on those walks that I do? Well, we’ve all been emailing eachother and calling eachother making sure everyone is okay. We got closer to eachother due to these fires. Those people are not strangers anymore, they are good decent buddies.

I’m really tired right now. I think I’m going to take a nap. I’ll write more later okay?

Sorry for this quick note…..When I get some sleep I can write long blogs, but when I’m nodding out like now, I don’t say too much.

I better take a nap now.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Yeah, definitely off his "diet". Hw long was he on it, anyway?

insightbyjake

10-24-2007, 04:21 PM

Ok, I am just done unpacking and taking aspirin for my headache, what is the status on our posters? I caught a little on Jake..is he ok? Anyone hear?

After sitting on my :spock: for the last 2 days, I'm trying to get caught up onm stuff. I hope everyone here is ok and their families are too. We just came home to lots of soot and dirt and tossed patio furniture. My puppy is so glad to be home too!!

We are lucky, we had family to stay with. Thanks for any updates!

Jake is alive and home!!! Thank God for bad information!!!!!!

Wrong grid tagged on "update" page for county first described homes lost/damaged. Then update said "possible damage." Then -- get this -- person at update call-center said, "The original street numbers supplied were in error. Thank you for your understanding."

WHAT!?!?!?! I know things were hectic, but couldn't a "We can't confirm house numbers at this time," message be a better approach?

God Bless the men and women working and volunteering throughout the county. There was no intention to cause panic -- I realize that. And, I'll merely offer the suggestion that next time -- God Forbid it ever happens -- being fast with info. is not quite as meaningful as being accurate.

I'm bringing my home, back to my house. :wavey2: :cheers: :)

eyeseeyou

10-24-2007, 04:24 PM

That is WONDERFUL Jake!!!! We were all so worried about you and your daughter!!!! Stay safe...xoxo

ElizabethAZ

10-24-2007, 04:25 PM

Yay Jake! I'm so glad the reports were wrong in your case and now you can go home!

I'll drink to that! :cheers:

Transplant

10-24-2007, 04:28 PM

WooHoo Jakester~! So glad to hear that all is safe and still there!!!!

mamalellie

10-24-2007, 04:29 PM

Jake is home in his home!! So glad to hear that you didn't lose it. WOW...what a relief!
Hope everyone is doing OK, we are doing great here in Vista just a lot of yuck in the air! Nothing we can't handle! Surfing Texan, let us know how you are doing when you are able to. Is your hubby home? I think you said Wed or Thurs!! Congrats to all of you and tell him thanks for his service from all your DC friends. Hope we are all able to meet up when this is all over!

oops

10-24-2007, 04:41 PM

Yeah Jake! Welcome "home". May many more find their ways back as you have.

Delana news: good for her! Everytime I hear her on J&J I can't help but read her mind, "Get me outta here and far away from these boobs!" (hoping she was a big winner on "Millionaire" too; victory for smarts over smarta$$es) She has been a light in the shadows of freakdom ever since Laura/Lindsey/Britany disappeared and reappeared...and FH became Saint Tomas).

How are those babies doing (inside and out in this crazy mixed up world)?

MomCat

10-24-2007, 04:43 PM

Woohoom, that is wonderful, I can't imagine the sense of relief! Jake, glad everything is "jake"...:)

WhoMe

10-24-2007, 04:51 PM

Jake...so glad to hear you're things are there. Yes they are "just things" but they are things that are a pain to replace...and some that never could be. Time to make some new memories!

oops

10-24-2007, 04:54 PM

From FH's blog: "You know those regulars on those walks that I do? Well, we’ve all been emailing eachother and calling eachother making sure everyone is okay. We got closer to eachother due to these fires. Those people are not strangers anymore, they are good decent buddies."

Anyone else get the feeling he's responding to us? Good grief! (how would he know what "good decent buddies" are anyway?! Isn't "Buddy" what he called all his hook-ups? YUCK!)

DeeTroit

10-24-2007, 04:58 PM

Jake, Glad to hear your news and that you and your family are safe and sound. What a great influence your children have. ;)

SDGirl87

10-24-2007, 05:09 PM

WAHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO JAKE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Praise the Lord :-) What a wonderful blessing!!! I'm thrilled for you. I truly hope that others here will experience the same type of "surprise". Please know, dear friends...that if you do not, we stand here as a group of approximately 120 people, ready to listen and help in any way we can. When one of us hurts, we all hurt.

Surfin' Texan...we know you are hospital bound and we're all thinking of you. BLM (Baby Laura Michelle - borrowed from someone else's post but too cute to not use!) needs a little more time to finish baking. Know that you are so much on our minds.

My suggestion for if/when we have our reunion (is it a re-union if we've never unioned??), our nametags contain our screen name, DC# and real name...lol . Hello, I'm #1...nice to finally meet you #42! I loved that comment about Tubby last week...:laugh:

WhoMe

10-24-2007, 05:14 PM

My suggestion for if/when we have our reunion (is it a re-union if we've never unioned??), our nametags contain our screen name, DC# and real name...lol . Hello, I'm #1...nice to finally meet you #42! I loved that comment about Tubby last week...:laugh:

Great idea...we should print up DilB #86 just in case Tubby decides to crash. And maybe an 86.1 for Moochie?

SanDiegan

10-24-2007, 05:16 PM

I'm mostly a lurker, but I'm checking in. My family is not in a fire-threatened zone, (although we do live right along the canyon in the University City area... so fires scare us at any point!)

Just an update regarding donations for animals...

I saw on KFMB that the Humane Society needed donations, once I got there, they said they are only taking things on an as need basis. They are desperately in need of the following:

-cat litter, litter pans
-cat and dog crates
-dog kennels/pens/runs
-any large animal supplies:
-horse halters and leads
-large animal food
-large animal food buckets

They will NOT take anything else except what I just listed.

Also, people with horse experience are needed at the Fairgrounds, and at the Equestrian Center at the corner of El Camino Real and Via de la Valle. Call them if you want to volunteer. (go to www.cbs8.com for phone #s).

OneKidOneDogMom

10-24-2007, 05:26 PM

Jake, I am so thrilled for you and your family!!! Your news sent chills up my spine and made me yell out loud....

And, to celebrate, here's a special number just for you!

:woohoo: :sing: :drums: :guitar: :guitar: :drums: :sing: :woohoo:

surfing_texan

10-24-2007, 05:31 PM

Jake is alive and home!!! Thank God for bad information!!!!!!

Wrong grid tagged on "update" page for county first described homes lost/damaged. Then update said "possible damage." Then -- get this -- person at update call-center said, "The original street numbers supplied were in error. Thank you for your understanding."

WHAT!?!?!?! I know things were hectic, but couldn't a "We can't confirm house numbers at this time," message be a better approach?

God Bless the men and women working and volunteering throughout the county. There was no intention to cause panic -- I realize that. And, I'll merely offer the suggestion that next time -- God Forbid it ever happens -- being fast with info. is not quite as meaningful as being accurate.

I'm bringing my home, back to my house. :wavey2: :cheers: :)

I actually cried when I read this. I'm so happy for you!!

OneKidOneDogMom

10-24-2007, 05:33 PM

Surfing_Texan - how are you???? We all are thinking positive "keep cooking" vibes for your little one....

DreamerGal

10-24-2007, 05:38 PM

I just got off the phone with my guy. He was at the Campo fire station headed toward camp, which is Gillespie field. They did not get a break today like they were supposed to. The were busy in Potrero putting out hot spots and were among lots and lots of fire. He said they were never in any danger from the fires, as they're being very safe. The problem was the smoke that was blowing right on them while they were working.

They were also busy last night fighting to save houses and putting out the hotspots.

He hasn't had more than 4 hours of fitful sleep since Saturday night. He's very, very tired.

They might be able to go to their home station so they can actually bed down and get a good night's sleep, but he won't know for a couple of hours.

I told him everybody is praying for his safety. He said it's working and they're safe.

He was telling me about the fires, and his phone went dead (he had been able to get a two-minute charge before he called me, but that didn't last very long). About five minutes later, he borrowed his captain's phone to call back and we were able to talk a bit more.

His fire district has told the ICF (the department in charge of choreographing the fire fight) that they don't want their strike teams on the fire for more than seven days. This means he will be home next Sunday at the latest. If they're able to extinguish the head of the Potrero fire completely, they may be sent up to Julian. But we won't know until that happens.

He sounds good, but tired. He really wants to take a shower, and says his whole crew is just black from all the smoke.

It was a relief to hear from him, as the last message I had gotten from him was at 7:15 this morning. I was starting to wig out, and his call has calmed me immensley.

Thank you for your good thoughts. Keep those prayers coming!

And Jake: I'm so happy for you and your family. Our prayers worked for you, too!

All the best to you, my invisible friends who have been right there for me to talk and rant and share. I can't believe how much this has meant to me. You're all AWESOME!!!

OneKidOneDogMom

10-24-2007, 05:44 PM

Yeah, DreamerGal! That's great that you got to talk to your guy and he is safe, if very tired.

I work up by Qualcomm Stadium and had my son with me at work (again) today. It was such a teaching moment to explain to him why we saw tons of people camped out there and many, many trucks bringing hay and other items (there was even a Marine convoy bringing in stuff!) to the Stadium...it was neat to see the flashing marquee sign that said "Thanks - no more donations at this time" - our city really knows how to step up to the plate and support each other!

But then, the people on this board already knew that, huh?

:cheers:

DreamerGal

10-24-2007, 05:45 PM

How're you doing SurfinTex? Bun still in the oven? Are you still in the hospital? Give us an update, if you can.

BebeSD

10-24-2007, 05:49 PM

Yay Jake! Such good news... surfing: update? You okay? So happy for all those who are returning back home all over the county, and still praying for those still threatened...
-DCM 120

SDReadhead

10-24-2007, 05:53 PM

HIP HIP HOORAY for Jake. All of my extended family got back in their houses today! Hooray! Dreamer's hubby is safe. Yippee! Now all we have to do is find out how Tex is doing. Hey, have we heard from Wonk since this all started? I think we did, but I don't recall for sure. I know Boris is out there somewhere. Haven't heard from him, but he could scare any old fire away from his house, so I'm sure he's safe.

I have an idea! When we get up to 146 members, let's ask XXXL to have a b-b-que for us. Heh heh heh.

MissThany

10-24-2007, 05:57 PM

Jake, your news is amazing. And your attitude throughout al of this has been remarkable. You are to be admired.
And I am glad your house is safe just like your home.

dirtyblindgurl

10-24-2007, 06:19 PM

Wow, I just had to finally post a note that I am so glad everyone is doing fine. I have read all of the posts for months now and feel like I know all of you like neighbors! I even feel guilty for not posting sooner. I live in the Oceanside/Vista area and if anyone needs anything at all, just drop me a line. I feel so fortunate that we are ok. My mom is dying in the hospital in Laguna from cancer that has come back with a vengeance. I thought I was going to go over the edge on Monday morning when I heard about the fires and had to plan for a possible evacuation as well as dealing with my mom's rapid decline. We have 3 cats and a St. Bernard and my husband is out of town. All is ok and just wanted to say hello and get my DC number...
Nice to finally meet all of you!

SDGirl87

10-24-2007, 06:22 PM

here's a hug for you DirtyBlindGurl {{{{{{{{ }}}}}}} :hug:

Welcome to the family :) Trixie will assign you a number. I think we're up 123 or something like that. If you are expecting, it's 123 and 123A etc.

If there's anything we can do for YOU...don't hesitate to ask. We all have good ears and don't mind listening. :wavey2:

zodiac

10-24-2007, 06:24 PM

Welcome dirtyblindgurl, nice to have you with us!
I'm sorry to hear about your mom, I wish her peace and comfort; you as well.
I'm in Vista too, there's lots of us in North County.
Glad you joined in the fun/support/tears/bitchfests/laughs, etc!

OneKidOneDogMom

10-24-2007, 06:27 PM

Wow, I just had to finally post a note that I am so glad everyone is doing fine. I have read all of the posts for months now and feel like I know all of you like neighbors! I even feel guilty for not posting sooner. I live in the Oceanside/Vista area and if anyone needs anything at all, just drop me a line. I feel so fortunate that we are ok. My mom is dying in the hospital in Laguna from cancer that has come back with a vengeance. I thought I was going to go over the edge on Monday morning when I heard about the fires and had to plan for a possible evacuation as well as dealing with my mom's rapid decline. We have 3 cats and a St. Bernard and my husband is out of town. All is ok and just wanted to say hello and get my DC number...
Nice to finally meet all of you!

First off, welcome! I'll let Trixie and her helpers figure out your official number, but I wanted to extend a warm hello...

So sorry to hear about your Mom :( My Mom had Alzheimers and that was a slow slide into h#ll. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

We're here for you if you need any help or support - just let us know and we'll do whatever we can!

:wavey2:

surfing_texan

10-24-2007, 06:40 PM

How're you doing SurfinTex? Bun still in the oven? Are you still in the hospital? Give us an update, if you can.

Bun still in the oven...when I got there they wanted to give me terbutaline, which I can't have thanks to other cardiovascular problems...so they sent me back with a home contraction monitor. The doctor said I'm definitely having normal contractions, and not just Braxton, but the baby hasn't dropped, no dialation...so who knows. I'm back in bed, and the baby is kicking up a storm, and I know thats a good sign.

Husband should be home in about 6 hours! Thank you for all of your concern, it means a lot.

texasmommy

10-24-2007, 06:42 PM

OH Jake.... PRAISE GOD! What a blessing for you and the rest of your family.

Surfing Texan - glad to hear that everything is alright. Take a little nap and your dear hubby will be home before you know it! I am soo happy for you. How long has he been gone?