This may not be necessary but take it from an old man from Michigan. If we get four inches of snow there are likely those who can't successfully drive a car in it. Some good rules: Don't pass even if tempted, drive slow and keep your feet off the brake, and if you slide left turn wheels right quickly and carefully. Five inches forget driving, too many nuts on the road. In Michigan an eight inch snow meant get on the road early, aim between the mail boxes, pray while you drive and never less than forty five mph. My commute was fifty two miles and I never missed a day. Not bragging, just reporting. Here you don't know cold. If it got to forty below we'd put a lightbulb under the motor the night before, and bring plenty of food, water, and blankets just in case. But none of this can happen here. Gore says we are warming.
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I'm from way upstate New York and have traveled to Northern Quebec many times in the dead of winter. My suggestion is leave plenty of room between you and the car in front. Pump your brakes lightly when stopping. Do not accelerate rapidly. Take the exit ramps slowly and be aware of overpasses and bridges freezing. Put a little weight in the rear like a bag of sand or fire wood. Keep the gas tank full. Have an extra coat or blanket and a snow shovel on hand just in case you get stuck. Keep off the cell phone even if Mayor Johnson is franticaly calling you. Above all else take your time, tell someone the route you will be taking and remember to say a prayer.
Had to go to Walmart today for one item . . . found no where else of course. "Unbelievable" is the only decent description I could present. In a nutshell, our country is in trouble.
Folks . . . it's not the end of the world. Use your noggin! Somebody make this a billboard.
CAUTION:::: If you have anti-lock brakes (ABS), DO NOT PUMP THE BRAKES. Instead apply steady pressure to the brakes. You will feel the brakes pulse — this is normal.
And by the way, if you can avoid driving, do so. There is nothing worse than an over confident driver!
5:09 you are correct about mashing the petal if your car has ABS. It will eventually stop you. Many drivers in up North still do it the old way. Obviously this procedure does not work on most late model Toyotas.
Apparently the "storm" was a non-event for most. We were foolish to invite friends over for dinner Saturday evening but all showed but the two that could not get out of their driveway. I offered to come pick them up but they declined the offer. Simple solution, one phone call to nearby neighbors filled the two seats.
Strange but the photograph look like someone I know. Was the polar ice plunge on Lake Prince this year? Why is Bob holding a glass of what appears to be wine. Was it before or after.
The picture is of a typical Michigander, just getting a little exercise. The wine is your host saluting "IS" readers. In a few days I will pass 85 and it's just good to be alive. I was born in the Great Depression and I might live through another. I was not drinking to Mr.Obma's plans for us.
So that's how they ice fish for Northern Pike and Muskie up there in the UP. Is it only men or do women between 20 and 35 fish with an axe. I'll being watching on ESPN by the fireplace thank you.
No we still use line and tackle up there for the little ones like this 55 pounder.
What did he use for bait, worms? It must of been painful these fish have sharp teeth.
Actually he used a ten pounder for bait. Call me a fisherman liar and I'll PROVIDE A PICTURE.
Alright I'll bite. What was the ten pounder? Hope this doesn't get IS into trouble.
There you are, dear reader. Click on the picture to enlarge. Shame on you for doubting an old man.
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