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Hukdonreality
Member
09-29-2003
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 12:35 pm
I'm so happy to hear from you Bee and glad you and yours are safe and well. We've been concerned about you, and it's such a nice way to start the week knowing you are o.k. 
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Twinkie
Member
09-24-2002
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 12:38 pm
What a relief, Bee! I'm glad you are all okay!
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Juju2bigdog
Member
10-27-2000
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 12:39 pm
Yay Bee!!!
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Jewels
Member
09-23-2000
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 12:41 pm
Wonderful news! You have been in my thoughts.
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Egbok
Member
07-13-2000
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 12:47 pm
Great hearing from you Bee!! What a surreal week you've had and I'm so glad you are okay! Whew!!
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Kstme
Member
08-14-2000
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 12:49 pm
Bee, what fabulous news!
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Urgrace
Member
08-19-2000
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 1:08 pm
Great to hear good news from you Bee!
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Skootz
Member
07-23-2003
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 1:10 pm
Thanks for the update.
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Ladytex
Member
09-27-2001
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 1:16 pm
welcome home, beek ...
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Eeyoreslament
Member
07-20-2003
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 2:18 pm
Good to hear you and the house made it through safe. Welcome home.
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Wargod
Moderator
07-16-2001
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 2:19 pm
Wonderful news Bee, welcome home!
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Ducky
Member
08-27-2000
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 2:23 pm
Bee I read this thread every day to keep up on the news and to find a post from you. So glad to see you post and that your homes were all spared. Welcome Home!
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Grannyg
Member
05-28-2002
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 2:30 pm
Yay!! Bee!! So glad you are safe and at home!!
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Moondance
Member
07-30-2000
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 2:40 pm
Hi Bee!! So glad you are home. I have been thinking of you all week! Thinking of you too Costa... hope you are doing better!! Things always hit me late. It makes us good for the moment when we need it the most. It just catches up!!
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Treasure
Member
06-26-2002
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 2:42 pm
So glad to see your post today. Very happy that you are back home and that your home and your neighbor's homes are all safe. A patch of brightness on the darkened landscape. But it will turn green and golden again. WELCOME HOME!!
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Costacat
Member
07-15-2000
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 3:45 pm
YAY Bee! I'm glad you and your family and property survived. Have fun with the clean up (I swear we are still dealing with ash leftover from the Cedar fire!). But I sure as heck would rather deal with a bunch of ashes around than, well, the alternative! 
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Bonzacat
Member
07-08-2003
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 3:53 pm
Bee - woot! Great news for you & the family! Welcome home! Costa - so glad to hear your father escaped the worst of it and that you are feeling better, too!
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Beekindpleez
Member
07-18-2006
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 4:10 pm
Costa...been thinking of you too and glad all is well with you. I'll take this mess any old day! Firetrucks are still patrolling out here. Three out in front right now. And helicopters and planes are flying like crazy. What a week! Neighbors have been trickling in as word gets out and, gosh, it's good to see them....even the ones we weren't all that crazy about. lol It's a love-fest out here.
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Seamonkey
Moderator
09-07-2000
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 4:24 pm
I'm so LATE online today.. but first thing I check is my email and it was just so good to see your name in there, Bee and now here!! That's just a whole new frosted cake to add to the one of finding out Bruce and Caroline Day are okay in Modjeska! Now to read up an archive to see if Costa has been back.
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Seamonkey
Moderator
09-07-2000
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 4:36 pm
Back! Costa, today sounds MUCH better for you and I'm really happy about that. Bee.. wow, what lovely neighbors you ARE to help those two families. Glad you and the pets were safe and they could just snooze the time away. And having your husband at Cook's gave you some of the best info, I'm guessing. I kind of figured that when you had to leave, you had to LEAVE. NOW. and that likely the numbers were left behind. Oh and as I emailed you, look around online. I'm pretty sure the Register site will have the info that was in the paper that gave a good list to follow about dealing with soot which is different than dirt. The list looked to have some excellent tips. I'm praying that the fires can be really out before any Santa Ana conditions return.. and best if they simply don't kick in this weekend as advertised. LOL about the neighbors you weren't previously crazy about.. not that you'll suddenly love them but I'm betting this shared crazy experience WILL form some new bonds there.
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Seamonkey
Moderator
09-07-2000
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 4:38 pm
http://www.ocregister.com/news/fire-sunday-canyon-1911655-homes-house general article about returnees. Silverado still evacuated.
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Seamonkey
Moderator
09-07-2000
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 4:45 pm
Bee, here's that cleanup article http://www.ocregister.com/ocregister/life/abox/article_1905626.php Of course with continued smoke, may be too soon for some measures, such as "throwing open" your windows..
quote:Monday, October 29, 2007 After the fires comes the cleanup Here are some tips for getting your house back in order. BY CINDY MCNATT The Orange County Register Comments 0| Recommend 3 The ash has finally stopped falling and has settled in a thick layer on the outside of your home. There's black gritty dirt from the winds on all your flat surfaces inside and a smoky smell on the soft furnishings. Where to begin to clean to it up? Here are some tips for getting your house and home in order: A word about soot If you live very close to the fires you may have soot damage on or in your home. Soot is different from dirt. It is a black, greasy substance from fire and not easily removed. If you have heavy soot damage, contact your insurance company to find out if you quality for professional cleaning. If not… Start on the outside Keep from tracking the dirt inside the house by hosing down your walks and walls. Use a pressure sprayer if you have one, or a garden hose with a nozzle to wash the ash and grit from siding, stucco, outdoor windows and screens, ledges, eaves, walks, decks and patio furniture. For environmental reasons, do not wash the dirt down the driveway and into storm drains, but aim to direct the flow on to lawns and planters instead. Add a product that cuts grease – such as TSP, or trisodium phosphate – to a power washer to remove a light coat of soot. Be sure to rinse. And again, do not wash these products into gutters, and ultimately, into storm drains. Wear gloves when you are working with TSP. Shake out or hose off entry mats. Come inside Once you have cleaned up your exterior, come inside for the detail work: Fill the kitchen sink with warm water and a few drops of dish soap. According to the American Red Cross, pure vanilla extract added to cleaning solutions is said to work wonders in removing smoke odors. Pull out your microfiber cloths, terry bar towels, old diapers, sponges or whatever you like to use. It's better to wipe up dirt and grime as opposed to floating it around the room with the feather duster. As in all cleaning jobs, start from the top and work down. Use a damp cloth to wipe up grit and ash or use the attachments on your vacuum cleaner to clean the tops of things where dirt lingers – the tops of picture frames, china hutches, refrigerators, window shades, books and book shelves. Frequently rinse and wring out your cloth. Move to the next level and wipe down countertops, tables and coffee tables. Use dry, chemical sponges or dry cleaning sponges (available at hardware stores) for lampshades and fixed window coverings such as valances. When your flat surfaces and assorted knickknacks are clean, turn your attention to the soft furnishings. There is just as much grime on your drapes and furniture, for example, as there are on your countertops and floors. Use the attachments on your vacuum to clean and remove dirt and odors from your drapes, pillows, and upholstery. Shake interior rugs outside. Thoroughly vacuum large area rugs. Wash bedding and shake out or dry clean bedspreads and decorative pillows if needed. Use the vacuum on tile or hardwood floors so that you do not kick up dust and grit on already clean surfaces. Follow with a damp mop where appropriate. Use the edge tool attachment on your vacuum to clean where carpet meets the walls. Vacuum dirt off your baseboards. Change the filters in your air conditioning and heating units frequently the first year after a fire. Throw open your windows and doors and air out your home for a day or two to exchange the stale air for fresh as soon as the sky turns blue again. On most days, the air quality outside is better than the air quality inside a home. According to some experts, fresh air is the best way to remove odors inside. Contact the writer: Sources: American Red Cross and FEMA 714-796-5023 or cmcnatt@ocregister.com
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Beekindpleez
Member
07-18-2006
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 4:59 pm
Sea...thank you so much for the info. I've been reading most of the afternoon. There are pictures of our area here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/16192128@N04/page3/ We are Hamilton Trail (Sometimes called Hamilton Truck Trail) and Live Oak Canyon Road.
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Beekindpleez
Member
07-18-2006
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 5:01 pm
And yes, Sea...DH got the BEST info from Cook's. Much better than any media. Got to see the topographical maps as they came in, got to "listen in" on what the next move would be...and most importantly, got a "heads up" on being able to come HOME
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Seamonkey
Moderator
09-07-2000
| Monday, October 29, 2007 - 5:16 pm
I think I've fixed the link..
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