I know we have members in CA. Anyone able to check on them?

I live in Maryland. My son and daughter-in-law live in Texas. Her parents both live in CA. Her father lost his house but he is ok. Her mother has not had a problem. She also has siblings and step siblings in the area. They are all ok.

This is just crazy. We believe our house is in a safe area. My dh called a little while ago and they are evacuating about 1/2 mile from where he works. So we wait to see what's going to happen. Glad to hear your dil family is okay. Everyone stay safe.


Update: I just spoke to dh and they haven't heard anything further. The wind seems to have died down so hopefully they got it under control before more evacuations had to be done.

my dd said they are all packed and ready if they have to evacuate! they were in the middle of the 2003 fires 350 home in their neighborhood went down then!
fire is about a mile from their house right now, air is full of ashes but she said the winds seem o have died down a bit.

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my best friend and her family got their evacuation order this morning... thank goodness she works for a hotel!

Does anyone know if san jacinto is near the fires?

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skeevylorrie,

I have not seen any news about fires up in that area. I live in Murrieta and the closest one to us is still in Temecula. I would estimate we are 20 to 30 miles away from San Jacinto.

Thanks dtjn

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My Cousins are in Visalia they say they are safe, but they could get some of the smoke from the fires, this is just horrible the destruction etc.

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We have been lucky so far. The closest fire is about 15 miles away from us. There is a lot of smoke and we were just notified that schools will be closed the rest of the week. They have already been off Mon. and Tues. The carnival will be postponed for a week. The big fires in 2003 were much worse for us. We are in a basin with hills on three sides. That fire was all around us. Some of the same areas that burnt in 2003 are on fire again. This time they are doing much better letting people know to evacuate. Some people in the back country didn't stand a chance last time.

in the sanbernardino valley the mountians which have lake arrowhead which is on fire is on one side of the valley then you head about 45 miles out and there is another set of mountains which is san jacinto so a out 45 miles away as the crow flies

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From what I have seen of the people who evacuated to QuallComm Stadium, that part of it is going very well. I'm happy to see that, and just sad to see all the destruction. That's got to be tough to live in an area like that, prone to fires.

I hope they are able to get a handle on this soon.

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our church says this is payback for the liberal ways of california,

Sorry if anyone took offense.

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Do you ever have anything half way decent to say? Apparently your church has issues too because I can not beleive that a church would make a comment like that. How would you feel if it were your house that could be burning to the ground??? There are people in California are loosing their homes. If you can't say anything remotely decent (I know for you it may be hard but at least try) just stay quiet. My thoughts are with all of the people involved.

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Ignore:
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I know Cuthie, it's just hard to ignore some things. My first time back in days and that's one of the first things I read.

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WOW I can't believe a church would say such a thing. I am sure if you were in this situation you would think differently. What a terrible thing to say.

My prayers and thoughts are with all that are involved in these fires. Hopefully the winds will die down and they can get a handle on these things.

Nicole

I know... Please don't let it get you down. We've missed you!

I can't believe I fed a troll...I should know better.

I did see on the news where 1 person has been arrested for setting one of the fires, I believe it was set close to a highway.

I feel so badly for everyone involved, this is terrible for the firefighters and rescue workers. Going on 36 hrs without sleep.

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You are an absolute moron, but at least you have found the perfect church for yourself. If you're going to be a troll, at least be a nice one!

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A coworker of mine has a daughter @ Camp Pendleton. She managed to send a text message indicating her barracks had burned to the ground and they were transporting all sorts of stuff off the base. A relative in Fountain Valley says the smoke is heavy in the air, but they are safe for now. My thoughts and prayers are with everybody out there. How horrible it must be.

I would be finding a NEW church then...

I talked to my friend yesterday and she said its just so sad and crazy... the hotel she works for has a no pet policy but due to the circumstances they've lifted this rule...

I can't fathom the loss and fear people are experiencing...

Yes, the ignore feature works well. You don't even see what they post, just their user ID. The only "flaw" is if someone else replies to them, and quotes them, then you will see what they wrote. But, honestly, I think this person is just here to stir the pot, and does not really have these views. Don't get me wrong, they've clearly got issues, but, I don't think they really believe most of the junk they are posting.

Just carry on as usual, and use the IGNORE feature. What comes around goes around.

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also found this ...could be arson or terrorist (there are lots of news articles..mentioning these possibilites)
California Fire Battalion Chief - Whoever Did This Knew What They Were Doing : Homeland Security National Terror Alert

These fires are horrible.....I hope everyone is ok, and there families as well. I just can't imagine having to go through this.....

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My friend is a firefighter out there. He was a smoke-jumper for the fires in 2003 and was actually on Larry King for saving a baby during the mud slides.

I'm watching the news constantly. These poor firefighters are doing everything they can for these people. It is so sad to watch.

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Hmmm I wonder what that church said about the fires a few months ago in Georgia? What was the reason for their 'payback?
Maybe a handful of them, like the people in Cali who are losing their homes, hate America too (per Glenn Beck)?

Sad situation right now. For those affected, please know you are in our thoughts

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My uncle and aunt had to evacuate yesterday morning. No update yet.

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gee I'm glad my bible says that God is a God of love
you probably go to the church that pickets the funerals of our dead soldiers

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my parents and brother are on vacation in Carlsbad which is near San Diego. She said that the air is so smokey...malls are shut down and the evacuees are staying in their timeshare condo. My brothers friend's mom has a fiare 1/4 mile away and he is trying to help her pack for evacuation. The fire is 4 miles from his friend's house. We know 3 people who have lost their homes already and my cousins are housing some family members who are evacuated. My grandparents in Newport Beach say it's raining ask and soot It's so horribly sad...I told my mom to get out (so she doesn't get stuck in the freeway is closed) and go to Vegas. She keep having asthma attacks

Cuthie, didn't know you could "ignore"...THANKS

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I started this thread because I have always found this board to be supportive of its members. I found it around the time of 911. Since I live in the DC area both 911 and the sniper the following year were very trying times. Being a teacher I was also responsible for children. At the end of the day, I always knew that there would be someone with words of encouragement.

Although I only met my dil's father once (at my son's wedding), I still feel bad for him that he lost his home. I am glad that everyone is ok. I know it would be difficult for my dil if something would have happened. She is about 6 weeks away from delivering our first grandchild.

My class prays everyday for the people that are going through this situation.

It's bad here. My Austin is on voluntary evacuation and my grandma is with her. So far I do not kow anyone that has lost a home but that could change. I am thankful the winds have finally dies down. With steady winds at 80 mph it was scary for a while.

Payback? WTF? If this is how God responds to our "liberal ways" I am glad I will not have to see his wrath for believing stupid $!^t like this. Your pastor needs to reread the part in the bible about judging others.

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I think this person (ProudUSAMama) is a troll with no intentions or actually trying to have any sort of intellectual chit chat. I would be shocked to know someone could really feel that way. I would (and did) just put her/him/it on your Ignore list. They are getting way too much mileage out of there trash posts.

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How do you ignore them?

I hope nobody minds me asking this .Not trying to stir anything ,just curious.What is a "liberal way"?

Prayers for those in California that things will get better.

To ignore:

Go to the link - http://www.mycoupons.com/boards/profile.php?do=editlist

Type in the user name of the member you wish to ignore and click save list.

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Thank You.

I live in the Murrieta/Temecula area. All schools are closed tomorrow. The cities need them for evacuation centers. The fires seem to be getting better, but smoke and ash are worse. Take care everyone.

fire and brimstone just like the bible fortold, end of days are near^^

I just wanted to say Congrats on your first grandchild. I hope your DIL's father is ok

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I just have to ask even though I may get black balled for the first time on here..does your church also stand outside veternas funerals carrying signs??
You have got to be freakin kidding me..
And people wonder why religion gets under peoples skins..

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Thank you. He is fine. I don't know where he is staying but he has other children in the area.

so your god would have the same judgement come on the righteous?

how is it then that when God struck down the evil towns of sodom and gommorh that the angels said He could not do so until the righteous were gone!

I personally know many born again people in California including my dd who is under evacuation threat right now!

and for your information my dh and I are ministers, so don't even think us ignorant of the bible!

religious people like you who only show judgment and none of Gods love give christians a bad name! while there are some of us who live our lives as someone who would point the way to hope, love and forgiveness! people already know when they are wrong but need to know that there is a merciful God who loves and forgives them.

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It may be one of those internet churches.

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Well said Squeak.

Love the avatar..... do I spot a hiney?

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I know reading such garbage gets under your skin, especially when you have family or friends in peril, but responses with feeling is what these trolls get off on. If everyone would just ignore such postings they would get boored and go away.


Prayers for all those who are affected by these horrible fires.

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