Good Evening, Ladies,

This thought originated a couple of days ago in Princess Flicker Spirits thread, and Id like to pursue it; frankly, because it would benefit me.

I think that as SICFs we have unique problems to contemplate.

Ive been thinking a lot about how Ive prepared, and how Im going to survive next year. If you have the time, Id like to compare notes with you. We can conference call, e-mail, IM, or work a thread like this every couple of days if youd like. (By the way, I am not gay I am not judging mind you, Im just trying to avoid any misunderstandings.) A few of the things Id like to discuss are:

1. Are you canning/packing single-serving meals, and what do you think are the best commercial single-serving products.

2. Do you plan on taking any special precautions to protect yourself and your house/apartment?

3. Do you think it is wise to form alliances with neighbors, or is that unwise considering our vulnerability? (Maybe it would be safer to keep our mouths shut concerning our preparations?)

4. I dont think it will happen, - but - if we dont have running water or electricity to heat water with, "How do you plan to shower?" (A Solar shower wont work for meits too heavy to lift up high enough to hang.)

5. What is your breaking point?

I ask these questions because last night while I was standing in the kitchen dehydrating tomatoes, thoughts of what the future might be - struck mehardlike the time my cousin kicked me in the stomach and knocked the wind outta me. My knees went weak and my back slid down the front of the refrigerator door. As I sat there on the floor, I felt like I was metaphorically protecting my future. Unfortunately, I also realized how futile that might be. I realized that I owe my meager existence to mentors, friends, and family who understand the bug, but Refuse to Get It at all. Therefore, I desperately need to replace my current support system with cyber-support. I think this will ensure my future; and maybe even my sanity? (Prolly not. It's probably hopeless, but I figured I'd give it a shot. ~Grin~)

-- Laura (Ladylogic46@aol.com), December 01, 1999

Answers

Laura,

Count me in. My e-mail address is real, if you'd like to swap info or need a helping hand. :-)

Debbie

-- Deb M. (vmcclell@columbus.rr.com), December 01, 1999.

Laura, Me too. Sue PS. Set up a onelist or chatroom?

-- Sue Landress (Sulandherb@aol.com), December 01, 1999.

How come you didn't invite K.O.S.? :-)

-- A (A@AisA.com), December 02, 1999.

You're not gay? Oh, forget it, you're no fun!

-- Martina Navratilova (billyjean@is.mylover), December 02, 1999.

Hi girls! You can count me in too for your club! There are a lot of things I've been wanting to discuss too, but would rather do it by e-mail. Here are a few you can start thinking about and we'll talk :)

1. Do you guys have a hair curler heater with a timer? I'm wondering if mine is going to be compliant?

2. Have any of you been taping the Oprah shows? I don't have any on tape and if she goes off the air I think I'll go nuts!

3. How many tampons do you think we should stockpile? Have you noticed any shortages yet?

I can't wait to get going with all of our questions! I'll mail you with my real address :)

-- Single Girl (no.kids@not.gay), December 02, 1999.

Laura,count me in to,my E-Mail is real if you want to get in touch with me.The idea of a chat thread every day or so would be a good idea,maybe on the prep forum? The prep forum would give us a little more breathing room,if you know what I mean. We need this now and (if the net is still up) after the first of the year.

-- Maggie (song bird@iwon.com), December 02, 1999.

I do have sons,but they are married and have their own homes.

-- Maggie (song bird@iwon.com), December 02, 1999.

Laura, about your solar shower, I have had first hand experience here: fill the bag about 1/3 or so(much easier to lift). When the water is TOO hot, add cooler water from pop bottle or whatever works for you. Use a small amount of water to lather up with. Oh, and the longer your hair, the more water you'll need. Hope this helps. J. Henry

-- J. Henry (shotgun12@att.net), December 02, 1999.

Laura,
Pop wants to know if you and your friends would like to mudwrestle?

-- Prince of Spain (madrid@aol.cum), December 02, 1999.

That is exactly what we are trying to avoid Prince! (grin)

Ladies,

I received six additional private e-mails, so I think we need to set up a chatroom or ICQ (?). I'm not familiar with either, so I'll have to see if I can find free time today or tomorrow to research it. Hang with me ladies, maybe we'll make it through this yet.

(By the way, J. Henry, A lady e-mailed me that very suggestion last night! Thanks for your help though.)

Laura

-- (Ladylogic46@aol.com), December 02, 1999.

Read about a shower alternative. Buy a new 2 gallon manual pesticide sprayer like for spraying trees (check garden supplies). Fill with hot water and pump it up to pressurize the sprayer. Use the spraying wand like a hand-held shower.

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-- Artful Dodger (ckabel@rust.net), December 02, 1999.

Top priority "feminine" preps:

*Butane-powered curling iron (with spare cartridges). I bought mine at Wal-Mart.

*Extra perfume (my boyfriend liked Musk, so I'm stocking up...) with spritz or applicator.

*A good romance novel or two to lighten up the other, heavier reading.

*Bubblebath soap.

Any suggestions from the guys for what "girlfriends" should stock up on?

Debbie

-- Deb M. (vmcclell@columbus.rr.com), December 02, 1999.

Razors...

-- Patrick (pmchenry@gradall.com), December 02, 1999.

Go to Hyatt's forum (www.michaelhyatt.com) and look for "Sherry" in September, Relocation forum. Also, "Scat" (who has posted on this forum before) qualifies. She posted on my guestbook, but I am on a 'puter that cannot access her E-mail at the moment, or I'd just give it to you.

www.y2ksafeminnesota.com

-- MinnesotaSmith (y2ksafeminnesota@hotmail.com), December 02, 1999.

Good Evening Good People,

Since there are now 9 of us SICF,s (too many to e-mail) I called my nephew today to see if he could build us a chatroom. Unfortunately, he is only vaguely familiar with bulletins boards. I think we might be able to do ICQ (Im not sure how many can participate though) or we could try Minnesotas site, or stay at this site. I went to www.y2ksafeminnesota.com but didnt go in because it required registration. Maybe one of you are familiar with the site and can recommend it, or discommend it? Any forum is fine with mewhich would be most appropriate? Should we take a vote on which place to meet?

Single Girl,

[2. Have any of you been taping the Oprah shows? I don't have any on tape and if she goes off the air I think I'll go nuts!]

Do you have a battery-operated VCR? (laughter)

[ 3. How many tampons do you think we should stockpile? Have you noticed any shortages yet? ]

Um, *blush* How about the *Keeper*?

Maggie,

[I do have sons,but they are married and have their own homes. ]

If you are alone and your children are grown, you certainly qualify. It is a pleasure to meet you. Welcome!

J. Henry,

[Oh, and the longer your hair, the more water you'll need.]

I thought about this all day, and its depressing me. I have hair past the middle of my back, and I think it is going to require a Lot of water to wash and rinse. I hate Y2K. I hate it with a passion. The thought of having to cut my hair for any reason is enough to make me cry..but I guess I don't have any choice. I am, after all; logical.

Dodger,

[Buy a new 2 gallon manual pesticide sprayer like for spraying trees (check garden supplies)]

I believe that is GREAT advice, so I went to WalMart and bought a Better Homes and Gardens Sprayer. Im going to try it this weekend when I have more time. Thanks for the tip, and Im sure my neighbors and clients would thank you also!

Deb,

[*Extra perfume (my boyfriend liked Musk, so I'm stocking up...) with spritz or applicator.]

AWRIGHT, Deb, dont rub it in. . He prolly even has 20 inch pecs, eh?

-- Laura (Ladylogic46@aol.com), December 02, 1999.

Definately count me in!

-- Mary Kay (celticuty@aol.com), December 02, 1999.

Sorry, Mary Kay,

Fake, Made-up females are NOT welcome.

-- (Ladylogic@aol.com), December 03, 1999.

Excuse me for a moment please,

I'd lke to take this opportunity to make one thing perfectly clear. I am not going to waste my time responding to anyone who doesn't include a real address. We only have 28 days left, and everything I do from now on is in complete earnest. If you have time to play, I think that's great, however, I don't have that luxury. Furthermore, I would appreciate it if the more "exotic" members of the board would quit e-mailing me. I think "sexualdysfunction.com" would be a more appropriate place for you to be spending your time.

-- (Ladylogic46@aol.com), December 03, 1999.