Winter storm brings blizzard conditions and dangerous wind chills to US Upper Midwest

[hamsterjill]

9. Thanks, Ocelot, for understanding.

I carry a great deal of anger because if we'd just have elected Al Gore in 2000, we might have had a chance dealing with climate change. Instead, our society had to be ignorant and we are reaping the consequences. I live in red MAGA country and the comments I hear would make you believe the speakers have no brain cells whatsoever. I harbor resentment because I really don't want to suffer and die just because of stupid people.

The cats are okay. They have three basic areas to which they can all move about freely. One is a heated/cooled building. One is a large covered "Catio", and the third is a large area that is enclosed but is basically a massive chain link kennel area with a top on it. Some of them are stubborn and simply won't go inside the building. So I have the other areas winterized as best I can. Houses with straw and electric blankets where there is cover and electricity. But, they are my babies and I worry about them. As you said - the sudden weather changes are hard on everything - including them. I'm grateful we haven't had rain with this. Rain creates another challenge all in and of itself.

I hope you are staying warm and cozy, and again, I appreciate the perspective.