skybytch 273 #1 September 1, 2004 Talked to my landlord a few minutes ago (he lives next door). He's out boarding up windows. He thought bailing town - and even the state - was a good idea and suggested that I take anything I can't bear to lose with me. This is a new experience - deciding what "stuff" is that important and what is not. Just to make it more interesting I have to keep it to one or two plastic storage containers since that's about all that's going to fit in my car. The photo albums are a given, along with a few of the framed pictures on the walls. A few books and a couple of stuffed animals that have sentimental value. Important papers - but those won't take up much space. What else? As I look around my house I'm struck by the fact that there isn't much more "stuff" that I'd be devastated to lose. It's just stuff... and stuff can be replaced. What would you take with you if you had to leave home not knowing what would remain when you could return? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eeneR 3 #2 September 1, 2004 GEAR! Oh and dont forget Molly's stuff!!!She is not a "Dumb Blonde" - She is a "Light-Haired Detour Off The Information Superhighway." eeneR TF#72, FB#4130, Incauto Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 30 #3 September 1, 2004 Is your neck of the woods on the path om this new one? Isnt it a bad year this year????Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #4 September 1, 2004 Your "Drunk Dial List"I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #5 September 1, 2004 QuoteGEAR! But of course. The gear bag and jumpsuit bag are a big part of why I can only fit one or two containers of sentimental crap in the car. QuoteOh and dont forget Molly's stuff!!! Like she's gonna let that happen? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #6 September 1, 2004 I've thought about this before. My main concern is my kitties, after that comes my pictures and computer. I have soooo many pics on my computer that it has to come with me. The rest is replaceable. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vallerina 2 #7 September 1, 2004 Wow. For once, I have no idea.There's a thin line between Saturday night and Sunday morning Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conundrum 1 #8 September 1, 2004 Photos deffinately, a box that has lots of things from my childhood in it and my Savannah Monitor, everything else is replaceable but I'd also like to take with me: my gear, my desktop and laptop, a couple stuffed animals with sentimental value, a few CD's with programs on them that I need, my snowboard/boots, and some clothes. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cornholio 0 #9 September 1, 2004 Simply, the things that cannot be replaced easily are a must have. All other objects can be easily replaced. In order: Pets Computer, PDA, and Cell phone (got to be able to reach people to find another place to stay) Other memories - photo albums, priceless (to me) things A few days worth of clothes Skydive Gear (expensive, but can be replaced, so not high priority) I hope the weather is nice to you this time and the storm veers off course and hits the east coast instead. Butthead: Whoa! Burritos for breakfast! Beavis: Yeah! Yeah! Cool! bellyflier on the dz.com hybrid record jump Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lewmonst 0 #10 September 1, 2004 NICE AVATAR!!!!!!!!! Joe is important - don't leave him behind! hahahaha peace lew BJ#0http://www.exitshot.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bendywendy 0 #11 September 1, 2004 what are you talking about - we are the east coast. Skybytch is right here in Sebastian! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cornholio 0 #12 September 1, 2004 Florida = SouthEast... North/South Carolina = East. Butthead: Whoa! Burritos for breakfast! Beavis: Yeah! Yeah! Cool! bellyflier on the dz.com hybrid record jump Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sebazz1 2 #13 September 1, 2004 There are three things I can think of: 1.) Credit cards, passports, ID's, birth certs, bank shtuff, everything else is material... 2.) Don't forget to bring your rack!! 3.) Please leave the closet door open so I can get out!!! All joking aside, be safe dood! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bendywendy 0 #14 September 1, 2004 I feel bad BUT the Carolina's are used to getting hit with our hurricanes so maybe it will be nice and shoot up that way. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChasingBlueSky 0 #15 September 1, 2004 QuoteWow. For once, I have no idea. Beer?_________________________________________ you can burn the land and boil the sea, but you can't take the sky from me.... I WILL fly again..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snowbird 0 #16 September 1, 2004 I went through that list last year when there were wildfires everywhere. Didn't have to evacuate, but I decided what to take. Pets of course My important legal papers and stuff Sentimental stuff like pictures, jewelry, and my wedding dress Gear Hard and paper copies of my writing Hard drive One thing, thinking about it made me realise that I was keeping all my important papers and documents in too many places. I've since gathered them, and keep them together, easy to grab. I know too many people who had ten minutes to evacuate, and lost everything. Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs should relax and get used to the idea. -Robert A. Heinlein Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RoysPlayThing 0 #17 September 1, 2004 cards, and letters... I have saved letters and cards from people that cared about me over the years... and that box would be one of the first to go with me along with the pictures and camera equipment. _______________________________________________ My mind is like a parachute...it functions only when open. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tunaplanet 0 #18 September 1, 2004 QuoteWhat's important? The condoms and tequila take priority. Forty-two Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #19 September 1, 2004 Not to worry, Joe is safe and with me. Lisa, when my dad was stationed in Florida and Guam, we had to rush out of the house more then a few times. My mother was very well organized and kept that emergency box ready to go at all times. I'm trying to think what all she had in it. Important papers, you know, birth certificates, bank papers, passports, CC information...etc. Pictures that can't be replaced. If you have some that are framed, are they copies? Do you have the originals? Pets and food for them, water and food for yourself, a few days of a change of clothes. Flashlight, blankets, or one of those silver emergency blankets. Extra batteries, and a radio. Rain gear and a warm jacket. Lap top, gear, and cell phone. I know the cell phone won't work if you all get hit hard, but once the storm has passed, you'll want that. Everything else can be replaced. Keeping my fingers crossed that you won't have to leave. Doesn't that storm know who he/she is messing with?May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Misslmperfect 0 #20 September 1, 2004 financial records, bank statements, stuff like that...any records or paperwork that would be a hassle to replace. also, insurance documents, blah blah blah, etc, etc...Oh Canada, merci pour la livraison! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #21 September 1, 2004 "What is best in life?" "To crush your enemies, to see them driven before you, and to hear the lamentations of their women." Sorry, I just had to post that once this month. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #22 September 1, 2004 QuoteKeeping my fingers crossed that you won't have to leave. I'm leavin' the state. Like, tonight. Like, as soon as I can get the car packed, finish getting the house squared away and grab what's important from the shop. The Red Cross guy on the radio suggested that everyone in central Florida choose the next 24 hours or so to go visit an inland state. Assuming that I can find a gas station that still has gas before my tank is empty I'm headed for Georgia. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,589 #23 September 1, 2004 QuoteI'm leavin' the state. Like, tonight. Smart move. I sat through a force 3 once, and it wasn't one of my finer intellectual moments. What's important? In no particular order: Pictures, credit cards, jewelry, incredibly sentimental or irreplaceable knick-knacks (e.g. the ashtray your kid made that always makes you smile), laptop, pets, children, cell phone, address book, important documents (e.g. title to something that was hard to get), enough food and water to put up with stuff being closed for 300 miles, some toilet paper, a couple of plastic bags. A pillow and a sheet, just in case you end up sleeping in the car. Make sure that whatever you need to take out to change your tire is OK to take out. Drive safe. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gremlin 0 #24 September 1, 2004 The fire alarm went off in the officers mess one night. 1/2 asleep I found myself outside with my rig in one hand, my logbook in the other and my laptop over my shoulder. My rig I need, my logbook has too many memories and the insurance money for my "burnt" laptop would pay for the Eloy holiday boogie I'm drunk, you're drunk, lets go back to mine.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jlmiracle 7 #25 September 1, 2004 Quote I'm leavin' the state. Like, tonight. Like, as soon as I can get the car packed, finish getting the house squared away and grab what's important from the shop. Lisa, if you make it all the way to Tennessee (west side) you are more than welcome to stay with us. We have 2 extra bedrooms and a hottub. JudyBe kinder than necessary because everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
