OK, I'm going to fess up

I know my neighborhood is in shambles from the snow damage, and some neighbors are really in distress. After the insurance companies, pge and cable contacted, cars repaired or replaced, things will return to normal, (things could be worse, Japan). My across the street neighbors reported they lost not one but two cars, plus main power pole. Stayed home with a borrowed generator. My friend that has a house on Pasquale, and had a renter, had a tree come through the living room roof. The renter (with health problems) had to go to town, as it resulted with a hole in the roof. Dixie and Robert could not get a moving van up the driveway for their move, so she was in the new place with no furniture, he was in the old place with no food/power. Many more stories of difficulty. So, where was I?????
Wellll, I kinda bugged out a week ago and I have been poolside in Arizona. It's been heavenly. Hot days, comfy nights, just the right amount of wind. My kind friends and house-sitters have kept me updated on my place, and I've read the Union for more info (I don't think they know CascadeShores exists!). Will be home soon to survey damage and hopefully observe the beginning of spring. Hang in there neighbors. The silver lining? I think the famous drought is over. Tahoe has received 62 feet of snow this year, 2nd only to 1950, and I guess the Donner Party year. The rivers will be rushing, lakes will be full, farmers will have their water back. Big picture people. Godbless.
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You might want to attend the CSHA annual meeting at the firehouse this Sat. Trade war stories, swap info on people who can help you get things cleaned up. This is a fine community, and everyone seems happy to trade info. Michael Cotton is listed on our service provider list to help you with your tree needs, as can new resident Brian Bixler also a tree guy. Lots of work to go around.
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Have you clicked on Weather on lower left side of home page? Roland Fassett has a BEAUTIFUL gallery of pics, and great constantly up to date temps and conditions site. Nice work Roland. Thanks for keeping us up to date on our favorite subject in CS, the weather!

Hoping the worst is over

Well, 3 more feet over the last week. Long timers saying that they have not seen this kind of snow in 30 years. Hopefully, this is the storm OF THE CENTURY for us. A 75' oak tree just laid down in my yard, missing my house and cars by inches. Hard to say how much damage from this last snowfall, as they fall, they sometimes disappear into the snow. Perusing the neighborhood, lots of trees leaning against buildings, and unfortunately cars and homes have been damaged. Hope you are doing well. So good to live in a neighborhood where neighbors help neighbors. Keep up the good work all. Cleanup is going to be a challenge when the white stuff melts. Lot power at 9pm Thu. night. Not sure when it comes back. Looks like it may be "awhile."

PLEASE, help the dog running loose on BQHill

All day I've been watching a little pitty (very small) run up and down Quaker Hill in front of my house (The big hill stretch). She/He is lost and confused, and very wet and very scared. I tried to catch, but she runs. If you see her/him and can possibly pull over, maybe you can catch and deliver to the shelter???? I know it's alot to ask, but if nothing else, you might be helping someone else avoid an accident. The dog is running in the middle of the road!
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I have never seen so many variations in weather in one day! Snow, rain, sleet, snow, more rain, hail. People are still going up and down the hill (way too fast), but I imagine it will be icy soon. Be careful out there!
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Mike Inglis (yes, security guy Mike) was coming back to the Shores from town on Friday, and stopped on Pasquale to help a disabled car. When he got done, he realized he had dropped his cell phone on the road. Problem was, the plow had gone by, and swept his phone away with the snow. I swear, no good deed goes unpunished. So, if by chance you find a cell phone on the right side (going to NC) it's Mikes, 265-9147. Ya never know!

still snowing, but power has stayed on

Wow, this is nice. All systems working. Big Hill is clear and I'm watching cars go up and down.
Pasquale was clean down to asphalt yesterday. Plow has been working since the wee hours. As of 11am, white stuff still coming down . . .

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Pam Herenkohl mentioned citing a momma bear and her two cubs in the snow yesterday. I guess they are not hibernating anymore. Hope they can find enough food to move around. Don't know about you all, but I'm ready for spring. . . .

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Dixie and Roberts party was well attended at the National yesterday. They have such a far reaching and eclectic group of friends here in Nevada County. The Rotarians (Rotary Club) Kawani's, local politicians, shopkeepers, musicians and writers. Nice to see the two Robert L. Crabbs together. There really are two! This community is so interesting, with so many kind and caring residents, not to mention fun loving!
Robert described Nevada City as "an adult playground" as opposed to the youth oriented society they are returning to in So. Cal. I think that's a great description.
As a baby boomer, I really appreciate the opportunities to join a group no matter what your interests, as all interests are represented somewhere here. Upcoming meetings I am planning to join are Garden Goddesses (organic and herbal gardening group) and Shera Banbury's "thinktank" about women and economics at the Briarpatch meeting room on April 6th. With so many people taking advantage of the real estate market and buying rental/vacation property, I wonder if there is a "landlord" group, so you don't have to reinvent the wheel to get started in investment real estate. Know of one? If not, I guess it's time to start one! Wow, Landlord. What an archaic term. How about "housing/owner provider."

CSHA Annual Meeting

Sat, April 1st at 1PM is the annual HomeOwners meeting. All residents/members are urged to attend the meeting, and find out what's going on with the board. Doug Ferrel from the Road will be there to discuss snow removal issues in the shores. This is your chance to ask questions and meet your neighbors. The board is still looking for a replacement for VP Robert Crabb. If you are interested in getting involved, this would be a good time to step forward~
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So far so good on power staying on through this storm. Heard some homes lost power on other side of store earlier today, but it's been good on our side. The plow has been doing a good job, and Pasquale is in good shape.
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If you facebook, check out Nevadacountyweather. Just locals discussing the weather here in Nev. County.
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Sunday: it's alternating between rain and snow now, lightly snowing at 2pm. Are we going to Dixie and Roberts party at the National at 3pm? Heck yes!
(note to self: my blog has had 7,738 hits since inception. Nice to know!)

No Water Service in Cascade Shores

update: it's 10am sat morn in the Shores, and we got 18" of snow overnight. Calm now. I have not seen the plow this am (heard it last night about 11pm). Lights and water are on! enjoy your weekend. The next storm should move in later on Sunday, with high winds and more precipitation.
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Well, at about 8am the water disappeared. Seems someone (??????) went out of their way to drive 8 ft. off the pavement at the store intersection to hit the ONLY fire hydrant I've ever even noticed around there. NID is telling you it's fixed, and they are waiting for pressure to build to return service to your home, but the workers have brought in a digger and they tell me it will be another few hours before we have service again . . . .
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Dixie just called. She says it's spittin' snow out there. Hope it's a light one.
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The Womens Club hobby/dessert day last Wed. was totally fun. It was amazing to see all the beautiful and complex arts created by locals. I marvel at their talent. From intricate lost-art type of sewing (Jan Guevel) really creative scrapbooking/cards (Carol Carter) knitting (Anna Rees) basket weaving (Karen Hatton) and prize winning quilts (Judy). Linda Lumos brought her wedding cakes album and a beautiful tuscan design wedding cake (fake, but amazing) and if I am forgetting someone, I am sorry. Karen Lari brought her enchilada's, and so many wonderful deserts that I'll have to turn myself back into Weight Watchers. Nicely done! The club is planning an outing to a local production of The King and I, and a visit to the Tulip/Daffodil garden tour of Ananda Village in April. See their calendar on CS.org

anyone missing a real nice dog? Akita or Husky?

Well, after keeping the Husky I found wandering on Quaker Hill for 24 hours, found out he lives right around the corner. He is 13 years old, and I think has a little "dogheimers" if you know what I mean. I make a plea to you all, PUT I.D. ON YOUR ANIMALS, and leave it on at all times! I could have returned him promptly home if he had a tag. Instead, his owner had to worry about him for 24 hours. Seems he went over the fence (good feat, at 13). Working at the shelter, I see many much loved dogs arrive as strays, and we have NO WAY to locate the owners without tags or microchips. After 4 days at shelter they are the property of the shelter, and can be adopted. If they are adopted, we cannot divulge to you, who arrives on day 5, the names of new owners. I also see deceased dogs arrive for disposal. No way to notify owner. This could all be resolved quickly with a tag/micro chip. Lecture over.
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CHANGING gears here, Dixie and Robert Crabb's going away party at the National Hotel this Sunday commences at 3PM. Do come by to wish them well! I'm still crying in my beer . . . . .