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Ready for the Big Winds

12/20/2018 By Kate McDermott-Art of the Pie 6 Comments

Ready for the Big Winds

These big winds are really something. The temp rises, and the wind rushes in. It’s a balmy 63°F/17°C in Port Angeles right now, about 20 degrees higher than what it usually is on an almost winter’s day. The next big blow is already starting and I’m as ready as I can be.  

During last week’s big blow when the power went out, I was scrambling around to get set. First thing was to fill up jugs, pitchers, and big stock pots full of water. Not only is this for drinking and cooking, but for…flushing. I located my candles, flashlights, headlamp and batteries…even a strand of LED lights! I brought in wood for the wood stove to see me through, and made a pot of soup. The power did go off, not only for my house and neighborhood, but the entire North Olympic Peninsula, and other parts of Western Washington. Some folks only got it back on yesterday and I’ve heard that there are a few spots still without. 

Last night I rescheduled a meeting that would have been this morning in Seattle, and I’m really glad that I did. I was concerned that the Hood Canal Bridge might shut down and I would get stuck. Then the way home would be a very long drive to Olympia, and up the west side of the Hood Canal, and who knows if that road would be safe to drive  or even passible with possible downed limbs, trees, and power lines. 

About an hour ago, I made a quick run into town to Swain’s, our local general store, for a lantern and lamp oil. I got home and battened down a few hatches so to speak.

Since I started typing, about ten minutes ago, the wind is really starting to pick up. I’m probably as ready as I can be, with plenty of food for my furry four-legged family, and a pot of Stone Soup for me.

Stay warm, stay dry, be safe. 
Love,
Kate

P.S. I just heard that the Hood Canal Bridge is closed with no scheduled reopening time. I made the right decision in staying home today. 

Stone Soup from Home Cooking with Kate McDermott (Photo by Andrew Scrivani)

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: soup, stone soup

6 Thoughts on Ready for the Big Winds
    Rabecca
    20 Dec 2018
     12:54pm

    Good call. When in doubt, stay home. Stay safe. Happy Holidays.

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      Kate McDermott-Art of the Pie
      20 Dec 2018
       1:54pm

      Thank you, Rebecca! And, to you as well.

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    Kathleen
    20 Dec 2018
     3:09pm

    Good day for soup and the comfort of home.

    Merry Christmas, Kate.

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      Kate McDermott-Art of the Pie
      20 Dec 2018
       3:25pm

      Thank you, Kathleen! And you take good care of both of you down your way. Blessings of the season! xo

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    PHYLLIS SKALKO
    20 Dec 2018
     3:23pm

    Kate Please stay safe…..we need you around for a long time! Soup sounds so good!! Take Care Phyllis

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      Kate McDermott-Art of the Pie
      20 Dec 2018
       3:27pm

      Oh Phyllis! Thank you so much for checking in. So far, so good. The temperature is dropping again, and we are told to expect more winds later tonight. We’re all tucked in and safe. Much love from Gretapie, Mr Fez, and me!

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