Jackie Jamison » Weather

Fall is here

Jackie — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 12:13:34 +0000

The one thing that I noticed when I woke up this morning was that it is really chilly outside. I knew I had to put on some clothes that would keep me warm. The problem was that when I looked in my closet, it was full of summer clothes. I knew something had to be done.

I went to the basement and started looking through the boxes of clothes we had put up this spring. I found some of my warmer stuff and tried them on. I was glad that most of them still fit. I guess I will have to put away my summer clothes and get out my winter gear. It’s just one more thing to do.

Nice weather

Jackie — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 20:35:14 +0000

After the big hurricane called Irene, I have been surprised at how the weather is. It has been very nice. I was pleasantly surprised when I was able to stay out late and it was still nice when I was doing my chores.

We did not have a lot of damage at my house, but I did have to rake up a number of leaves and needles that fell from the trees after the work was done, I was happy to know that we made it through the storm without much damage. I just feel bad for those who didn’t fair as well as us.

The storm of 2011

Jackie — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 22:58:51 +0000

The hurricane called Irene will certainly be remembered as the storm of 2011 for many people. The storm has caused major flooding in many areas and has damaged many homes with its high winds. The rain keeps coming down and has forced everyone to stay at home.

There are many good stories though. Rescuers have been able to transport many people to safety. The fire has also really helped to put out the fire that was raging in the dismal swamp. I’ll be glad when the storm is over and we can tally up the damage.

Here comes the heat

Jackie — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 20:51:23 +0000

One item that has all the weathermen talking is the coming heat wave that is expected all across the central states. Those in the upper mid-west are expected to hit exceptionally hard as they may not be as used to the heat that is coming. It can be a real danger to those who lack air-conditioning and the elderly.

The good news is that there are ways to combat the heat. The elderly and young should stay indoors and out of the sun when possible. Also, drinking plenty of liquids will help you stay hydrated. The heat wave is expected to last for a week before moving on. Until then, stay cool!!

May Day

Jackie — Sun, 01 May 2011 16:05:56 +0000

The first of May used to be called, May Day, which was a huge celebration, with dancing and feasting.

I remember first hearing the term May Day as a cry for help in the old war movies. If a plane was going down, the plane radioed, “May Day! May Day!”

I wonder how the term became adopted by the military as a cry for help when for centuries it was actually a celebration of the seasons?

Summer heat

Jackie — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 14:25:47 +0000

This summer has been fairly hot. The heat has caused me to look for ways to stay cool. One thing I have been doing is going for a swim at the beach. I enjoy the water and it’s been fun to spend a little time with the kids. They enjoy the beach as much as I.

I am looking forward to the cooler weather that is on the way. I like the winter just as much as the summer. I guess when winter comes I’ll be wishing for summer again. I guess that’s always the way it goes!

Snowbound

Jackie — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 15:12:42 +0000

The weather today is easy to see. All you have to do is look outside and you can see that it is snowing. It started early this morning and doesn’t seem to be letting up. There is already an inch or two on the ground with more coming. The wind is pretty high today and this is blowing the snow around and making it very cold. I am looking forward to spring and an end to this weather!

A different kind of shower

Jackie — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:17:37 +0000

I was kind of looking forward to seeing one of the rare but beautiful sights in the world. The Leonid meteor shower is due to peak in the early hours of Tuesday morning. People in Asia will have some of the best views of this annual event, but Americans will still get a pretty good show.

The comet Tempel-Tuttle will streak by in its 33 year orbit around the sun. The trail of debris it leaves behind becomes the best show in town. Be sure to find an area where there are few lights as they can interfere with the view. I hope to see you out early watching the show!

No Laces!

Jackie — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 11:32:36 +0000

Since the weather has gotten a lot nicer, I have been working in the garden more often. The other day it had rained in the night and since I had turned the dirt, it was very muddy. It’s a good thing I had my old pair of Muck Boots. They kept my feet warm and dry.

I really like these boots. They are not real heavy like the ones we had when I was a kid. They also have a mesh lining that helps keep your feet dry. I also like the fact that they don’t have shoelaces to mess with. Whenever I see rain in the forecast, I know I am ready to take on the garden anyway.

Wet feet

Jackie — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 11:33:52 +0000

It’s another rainy day. Whenever I wake up and it’s raining, I always feel like staying in bed. It always seems so quiet. I’d much rather see the sun shining through the window and welcoming me to the new day.

For now, I guess I’ll have to live with it, but I’ll sure be glad when the sun comes back! I think the cats like the sun as well. They don’t seem to like the rain very much. They are so funny when their paws get wet!