Dire straits for the people in the Houston area.
ravencajun Zone 8b TX
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Comments (30)I don't know how many acres have been burned, but the fire is NOT CONTAINED, seems to be steadily moving south. I heard that 30 structures had been destroyed, but no lives lost. There are still more fires breaking out north and east of us, but not too close to us so far. We live in the northeast corner of Texas close to Arkansas and Louisiana, commonly called the ARK-LA-TEX. There are lots of pine trees because logging is a big business. In our yard, we have several large tall pines, and we use the pine needles to mulch our gardens. We know that this is a real fire hazard, so if fire does start here, we nave to move quickly. Also, we have woods on three sides of our property so you get the picture. I was wondering how Maryl was faring in Oklahoma, knew they were very dry, too. So glad to hear that you are safe, but sad for all others who have been badly affected by the fires. The really bad news is that there is not rain at all in the future. These tropical systems are going away from us. Well, we will just have to bite the bullet and ride this out. On a lighter note, I hope, today my husband was watering some of the daylilies and discovered two scapes coming up on a NOID daylily we have. This was a passalong that was supposed to be DOUBLE DONNIE. When it bloomed, it turned out to be a beautiful single pale lemon-lime color. We haven't a clue what this is, so we call it SINGLE SOMEBODY, and I think it must be a good one to weather all the adversity of the drought and high temps. If it manages to bloom, then it will be a definitel keeper. One more thing, there are many people on the east coast suffering from floods, so hope they safe. If you are on the Forum, please let us know how things are with you if you might be affected by floods. Avedon...See MoreUpside down and want out!
Comments (150)chispa, thanks for the info; it seems that about 12 states or so have this provision, but conditions vary from state to state. That established, it further serves to underscore my point about the double standard. Invariably, people rant and rave about those who walk away from their underwater homes, whether non-recourse or otherwise....but there are no rants about the commercial property owners who do the very same. Also, although I have not yet researched the issue, my guess is that an individual homeowner will be subject to other repercussions...such as trashed credit, higher interest and auto insurance rates, and fewer job opportunities. Corporations on the other hand, just seem to move on, business as usual. If anyone knows otherwise, please share what you know. That said,it appears as if our society values and expects moral obligation only in individuals, but accepts, condones and even applauds zero moral obligation for corporations. IMO, this general attitude of acceptance, and those who champion the practices of raping the overall economy for the benefit of a small segment of the population is one of the main reasons why we are in a financial crisis today. Here is a link that might be useful: How Non-Recourse Loans Vary from State to State...See MoreHarvey Stay Away!
Comments (135)For those that didn't see my other thread. I am OK. My husband and I and Mia were rescued by boat yesterday. Currently we are at a neighbors house that doesn't flood. We have no vehicles they are completely under water. Our house is now under water to the roof, total devastation. The Rv also took in water and is probably pretty full. The instructions given to all of us from the beginning was not to leave not to evacuate because we would cause road blocks and the ones on the coast being directly hit needed to be able to get out. This was not the track it was supposed to follow. This is of historical proportion we have reached the 800 year flood level. We passed the 500 years flood level. Last year we hit the 500 year level twice. We are dry, have food for now and safe. We have no idea what our future holds. We have no vehicle so we can't leave. Moving won't take much because we have zero stuff. So great to hear everyone is doing well. Terrilyn has anyone heard from her? My phone died in the rescue so I lost my phone numbers. Thanks everyone!...See MoreHoping people aren't being "food snobs" in these times!
Comments (94)NYC and surrounding areas it has always been a choice. Except for bars and dining inside. That was banned. Any food service is open for delivery or pick-up. But an individual choice. Even Junk foods. Those that had business well in place for delivery/pick-up before covid have maintained ok. Maybe not profitable but staying afloat like pizza joints. Mid-range eateries are just scaling back the menu. High end fine dining tweezer food restaurants are mostly history. Time will tell if they restructure or just walk away. Most of those are investor driven. Some billionaires just lost some pocket change. Our local bakery just ten miles away is open for pick-up but way scaled back production. They supplied over half of the city restaurants. What a blow to them. I'm convinced they will survive....See Moremorz8 - Washington Coast
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