Who Needs Fireworks? Texas is under a burn ban as we speak and NO FIREWORKS ARE ALLOWED.It is yet another hit to our economy as all FireWork Sales are banned and for good reason! As I continued to drive my eyes couldn't believe how the sights had changed in just 30 days. Over and over again I was coming across strips on the side of the road where some dummy had thrown out a cigarette carelessly. As I was in bumper to bumper traffic in downtown Fort Worth I was so hot! For some reason the city planner decided it was a great time to do all their road work on the Friday before the holiday and the traffic was backed up for miles.
Driving to Wichita Falls on Friday was a real trip! As I passed through Huntsville Texas I was shocked and saddened by all the burned acreage on both sides of Interstate 45. Looking to the left and looking to the right was brown, dead and distressed. After the wildfires devastation that has traveled through I realized the true power of fire. And, it's hot, hot, hot with no relief in sight.
Today it is!
And, then it got worse. Traveling on 287 North to Fort Worth, there were thousands of acres of beautiful corn fields with corn about waist high...totally dead. No rain and no way to water has caused total devastation to many crops. All of this simply feeds the cycle of our economy. With no corn there is nothing to feed the cattle and livestock! Ranchers will be selling off their cattle for slaughter, thus the price of meat will be affected and raised.
Now, I did not mean for this to be so depressing but it is what it is right now. We get no fireworks this year so we are having a wonderful family get together by the pool and I plan to swim till I shrivel up to nothing! Love the water!
Have a great 4th of July holiday and stay cool! Be cautious with your outdoor cooking and throwing cigarettes out windows! Don't do it! Let's take special care of our Lake Conroe and and all lake areas in Texas.
Take care my friends,
Keller Williams Realty - Flower Mound, TX
Assoc. Broker Realtor SFR Dallas Ft. Worth
Deb, I have seen the news reports on the damaged corn crops. Some counties in North Texas they have added to the burn ban but some public fireworks shows will still take place when fired over shopping center asphalt parking lots and some communities where the fire department is on standby nearby. It's pretty dry, no question. Happy 4th.
Jul 03, 2011 10:12 AM
Ludwig & Associates - Boca Raton, FL
Designations Earned CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC
Deb
Things heating up in Texas is taking on a new meaning.
Good luck and success.
Lou Ludwig
Jul 03, 2011 12:38 PM
Sharon Lee's Virtual Assistance - Jonesborough, TN
Retired and loving life
Hi Deb-It is a vicious cycle with the economy where one disaster effects so many things. A definite trickle down effect. I hope you have a great 4th. I love the water too. Thank you for inquiring further about Lindsey and you should have a e-mail from me. God bless
Jul 03, 2011 12:45 PM
Referral Patners LLC - Murphy, TX
Interesting; they are selling fireworks in Parker but they are illegal to set off in Murphy. Let's pray for a safe and happy 4th of July celebration. Enjoy your swim, Deb.
Jul 03, 2011 01:54 PM
Criado Realty - San Antonio, TX
Making Real Estate Profitable
Hey Deb, great post. It's pretty hot that's for sure. I'm in South Padre Islans and the temperature here is very comfortable, just a bit humid. Have a Happy 4th!
Jul 03, 2011 02:38 PM
Results Realty - Spring, TX
Spring TX Real Estate E-Pro
Debra, Last night we got a nice rain but oh my can we just say too little too late. I'm amazed at all the dead trees I am seeing. It is going to be quiet 4th. I can tell you that our dog Dundy will be very happy about it though as he hates the fireworks. We just need to pray for MORE RAIN!
Jul 03, 2011 03:11 PM
101 Main St. Realty - Huntsville, TX
Your Huntsville / Lake Livingston Area REALTOR®
I'm glad they cancelled the fireworks on Walker County! Sounds like you have the perfect 4th of July plans! Enjoy!! :O)
Jul 03, 2011 03:21 PM
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!
Hi Deb! Like Joni, I'm glad to see that the fireworks have been cancelled--protecting the area from the potential MAJOR losses from fire is more important, I think. I know it won't be the same without the fireworks but, the expense of rebuilding is far greater than the loss of the revenue from fireworks displays!
Have a fabulous Fourth--and STAY COOL!!!
Jul 04, 2011 03:52 AM
CastNet Realty - Corpus Christi, TX
Broker,GRI,ABR, e-Pro, TAHS
Hi Deb, Your post is indeed depressing but so is this weather!. Let's try to stay cool by the pool and enjoy our families and friends. It will rain again, just keep praying for sooner rather than later. :)
Jul 04, 2011 06:56 AM
Hrisco & Associates - Roanoke, TX
Roanoke Homes for Sale - Roanoke Neighborhoods
Hi Deb, girl, you said it, it's hot here in Texas, mowed late and weeded early over the weekend, other than that, stayed inside....hot, hot, hot. I just wanted to stop by and wish one of my favorites here in the rain a Happy 4th.
Jul 04, 2011 04:40 PM
Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate - Palm Springs, CA
Vickie Jean the Palm Springs Condo Queen
Wow! And I thought it had been hot in Northern California. I'm doing a cross-country road trip next week and taking my sun hat and sun glasses
Jul 05, 2011 08:20 AM
Edina Realty - Elk River, MN
Bringing you home...
Debra - Every time it rains in Minnesota I think of you'all in Texas! We are in the 80's with rain every day or so. Even today it's so muggy that it might as well be raining. The weather will affect food prices.... unfortunately. Blowing the clouds your way once again!
Jul 05, 2011 09:09 AM
Your Virtual Assistant - Concord, CA
That sounds horrible, Deb, I'm so sorry. Every few years some careless person lights the hill on fire behind my mother's house. I'm always nervous on the 4th of July. I'm glad you are safe and sorry for the damage in your area.
Chris
Jul 05, 2011 10:13 AM
RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI
Giving Back With Each Home Sold!
HI, I had to stop by and say thank you for being there for Sharon Lee and Lindsey..she wrote a nice post and mentioned you in it!!
Jul 06, 2011 02:42 AM
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