Comments on: Christmas week looks rainy; still some chance of wintry mix

By: Other John

Other John — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 07:52:22 +0000

Doug, we went through something incredibly similar just before Thanksgiving with a beloved 3 year old cat, who had failing kidneys. Symptoms were almost identical, it was heartbreaking…you have my sympathies.

By: John from Ruckersville

John from Ruckersville — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 05:41:44 +0000

Hate to hear that, Doug. They need to find a way to make pets outlive us but they teach us some valuable life lessons like not taking it for granted and to enjoy every minute. Hoping for the best for Blondie.

Frost on the ground and the temp continues to fall. Hardly any clouds in the sky so se will continue to have radiational cooling for awhile longer. We should be on track for some icy weather tomorrow.

By: Doug "Postal Officer" Griggs, SW ROA County, 1420 Ft

Doug "Postal Officer" Griggs, SW ROA County, 1420 Ft — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 05:13:27 +0000

To wd; yep! But unfortunately this Christmas is turning very sad for us. Our 14-year-old dog (his birthday is today, Christmas Eve) is in failing health and showing little signs of a comeback. The vet had him for 3 days last week, and got his kidneys in better shape, but now for the first time since we first got him as a pup he is having trouble controlling his bladder. Doesn’t eat, and sometimes upchucks after the few times he does eat. We often have to help him get up the small steps into our house. It is heartbreaking.

By: Doppler Carol (Floyd County Doppler 2546 ft)

Doppler Carol (Floyd County Doppler 2546 ft) — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 02:51:18 +0000

It got up to 45 today up here on Doppler Ridge but now tonight the air seems more moisture laden – looked like frost forming already on the grass when I walked the dogs.

The PNA is changing – let’s hope that it keeps changing. We just need all of our “players” to line up and get out on the field at the same time and then maybe we will get a “touchdown” (snowstorm)! or for you golfing types – a hole in one!

By: Travis

Travis — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 02:44:22 +0000

Perhaps this non-winter weather event is a Christmas gift to all of us weather enthusiasts (snow lovers and others alike)… we will likely spend less time glued to the models and to Kevin’s blog over the upcoming holiday, given us all a break. I will be ready for the next few coming up, though!

By: Other John

Other John — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 02:28:47 +0000

I’m trying to keep up with the weather lately, but I’ve been under the weather and haven’t felt much like moving. I slogged through the last couple days of work to get a full week and a half off for the holidays, butt I’m paying dearly now for not taking the last 2 workdays off instead.

I suppose I’ll throw the tarp over our newly delivered firewood, since I’ve got a lot of splitting and stacking yet to do, so it stays dry. Whether it snows or not, I just want ample moisture. The last storm was the wettest since September…we could use many more like it.

By: Randy Oakey Cahas Mtn.

Randy Oakey Cahas Mtn. — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 02:00:31 +0000

Merry Christmas to you Mr Brand and to all on this blog. Will be somewhat sad without our two pets the French Poodle MaryBeth who was my parents before they passed and our Golden, Sofi who loved Christmas and opening packages as much as anyone. She also loved to play in the snow( 2009-2010 was her favorite winter.). She was also a good predictor of thunderstorms in the spring/summer. If it was going to storm she would not go outside without lots of coaxing even if storms did not come until late in the day. Our son is in from law school and that makes X-Mas all the more special.

By: george kosko

george kosko — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 01:41:57 +0000

Merry Christmas to the blog. Santa may fill everyones stocking this year:
Plenty of moisture to ease the drought.
Snow lovers, be patient, your present is currently on back order but will be arriving early in the new year.
Whatever your weather wish is, there is a good chance we’ll see it in the active pattern coming in the next few months.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!(for you Doug!!!!)

By: wdbrand-rke. co., 1827'

wdbrand-rke. co., 1827' — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 01:39:31 +0000

Mr. Griggs, you shore seem to be in better spirits this year than last. Could it be you are now motorized instead of hoofin it. Do change ones outlook on life, don’t it?

By: Brandon R.

Brandon R. — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 01:39:09 +0000

Not looking good for the deep South. They could be facing a serious tornado outbreak on Tuesday.