I'm just going to say it...

[one_voice]

I'm a little scared of this monster heading toward us--Sandy. I have a huge oak tree in my front yard, that I fear will be in my living room when all is said and done.

I live in Delaware. Shit like this doesn't or at least, very, very rarely happens here.

So yes, I'm a little scared.

I've done all the preparing, I've read all the advice from those who've been through hurricanes. The only thing I have left to do is fill the tub, which I will do after my shower tonight.

They say the worst will be 8am Monday till 8am Tuesday--roughly. It's already raining kinda windy, it's going to get worse as the day goes on.

Guess I better just buckle up and hold on tight.

[Blue_In_AK]

1. Good luck to you and your tree

Having lost a favorite tree last year (due to human error, not natural act), I can really sympathize with your concern.

[LiberalLoner]

2. Be safe. Check in when you can! Everything will be okay, I think! NoVa here.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

3. Good luck, and hang in there.....

[cbayer]

4. Hang in there one_voice.

It could be bad or it could be nothing. Living in New Orleans for over 20 years taught me that.

To be honest, I love severe weather and in some ways enjoyed Katrina as she passed through. It was what happened after the storm that was truly terrifying.

Stay safe, stay dry and consider a hurricane party to take your mind off things.

[underseasurveyor]

5. Sitting here feeling completely helpless.

[deutsey]

6. Hang in there...I'm in the same boat as you

(on Delmarva).

Let's hope the boat weathers the storm!

[2theleft]

7. Hang in there

I will keep fingers crossed your tree doesn't fall. Rain hasn't started in central VA yet, but I'm expecting it anytime now. I'm very worried for you guys on the DelMarVA penn... Stay safe.

[TDale313]

8. You'll be in my thoughts.

As will all the other DUers living in Sandy's path. Stay safe. Hopefully Sandy won't be as bad as feared.

[obamanut2012]

9. Hurricanes are scary

It's okay to be feel that way. I think you should be mainly okay.

[hollysmom]

11. How close to the coast are you>

The not so bad part is that this will be a category one, so think of it as a long wet sustained wind storm, but if you are near the water - uh oh

I tried to take some posts out of the ground, but if I could not lift them with my body, they are not going to blow away, everything else is in the garage or in a niche outside.

[Speck Tater]

12. Be safe.

It's too bad you can't run outside and pick all the leaves off your tree. Without it's leave it wouldn't catch the wind. Bare trees are safe trees.

[graham4anything]

13. I'm in NJ and we are sitting here waiting too...we live in a tree filled area too

think of it this way
some trees fall, but the vast majority remain tall and proud.

but this one is scary.

here in North jersey they are saying the worst will be late morning til noon tuesday. At least it is not suppose to be under 32 and its rain not snow.

and they say climate change isn't happening.

[madinmaryland]

14. We are concerned here in Maryland, also. The trees are the big problem here. At least our power is

underground

[loli phabay]

31. if its pepco they will probuably accidently blow up the area your power lines are in doing artillery

practice, pepco were the worst power provider ive ever dealt with.

[Frustratedlady]

15. Good thoughts heading your way. Stay away from windows and that tree.

I hope you have a basement or safe room where you can go. Good luck!!!

[Spazito]

16. It's good you have done everything you can to be safe...

I just want to send a big to you and everyone in the path of Sandy.

Stay safe!

[LeftInTX]

17. If possible, give the tree a quick inspection

If there is a weakness with the structure you might be able to spot it ahead of time.

Sometimes there are limbs that "speak to you" upon inspection.

[madokie]

18. Good luck

Hope you don't need it

[ladjf]

19. Well, you could look at it this way. The oak tree has survived for maybe 100+ years, he ought

to be able to hold out for another one. (Not such a great argument.)

[one_voice]

20. thanks for the good thoughts everyone...

and to everyone who's sitting and waiting like I am hope y'all stay safe!

I look forward to seeing everyone check in after this beast has moved on!

[Lefta Dissenter]

21. Be safe (n/t)

[drthais]

22. get into an inside room

a hallway if possible
and just drag your blankets and pillows in there
and sit
and listen to the radio if you can.
and drink, if possible
It takes a long time
take it from me.
I'm in Louisiana

[texpatriot2004]

23. Thinking of you fellow DUer. Hope you are safe.

Love and Light to you and yours.

[Jennicut]

24. Our Governor and many meterologists said this could be worse then 1938 Hurricane

for Connecticut and Long Island. The shoreline is looking like it will be hammered. Up to 10 foot storm surge and it is already 3 feet in Stamford. I am very happy to be living in northwestern CT but have family on the coast. It is very, very scary. Stay safe.

[one_voice]

28. And I'm complaining...

I'm scared for those people. I hope your family is safe, I will keep them in my thoughts!

[Jennicut]

30. Thanks.

When you hear up to 10 feet storm surge, it makes you worried.

[LynneSin]

25. Sent you my number

I think we'll be ok but call me if problems. I have a car but parking it over at st Francis tomorrow so its off the street

[one_voice]

27. Thanks!...

sent you mine.

[Terra Alta]

26. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Stay safe, and check in when you can.

[Lone_Star_Dem]

29. You'll be in my thoughts, one voice.

Let's hope that oak turns out to be mighty indeed.

Stay safe!

[leftynyc]

32. You've done all you can

I have a big tree outside my bedroom window (a BIG tree - I'm on the 5th floor) and the leaves brush my window in a stiff breeze. I've heard it a couple of times already. Not raining here yet but is starting to go from breezy to windy.

Hang in there and stay away from windows.