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GerardoG · 19 August 2007, 12:20 AM

Well my friends, as I am sitting alone @ office, making last arrangements to receive Dean (now expected to hit us as Cat 5

), we will disconnect our server and therefore internet access. This will be a LONG week; landfall should be early Tuesday morning.

For anyone interested, our good friend Brendan emailed me yesterday from COZUMEL! He is there on honeymoon, I do not know what his plans are; hope he is safe....

Will be here for another couple of hours or so, then a 'stress management' session; today is a beautiful day, sun is bright, calm seas; my nerves are NOT. So time for a BIG cigar (Romeo y Juleta Particulares lmtd edition) and Chivas (21 yr)....just to enjoy it; we will not have power, water (nor ice) for 5-10 days after Dean hits.....

Talk to you later. Have a great wekend.

GerardoG · 19 August 2007, 12:21 AM

...for those of you interested....

USMCsilver · 19 August 2007, 12:34 AM

Good luck, and be safe!

We have friends who are supposed to be at the Omni from the 31st to the 4th. Wonder if they'll still make it...?

Godspeed...

kcmo · 19 August 2007, 12:35 AM

Gerardo, we are all thinking of you and praying that everyone will be safe. I have been watching the news in disbelief.

Take care as best you can and please check in when you can (you'll have other priorities no doubt) to let us know you and your family are OK. Hang in there friend.

advocatia · 19 August 2007, 01:04 AM

The waiting is a blessing and a curse. You have time to prepare but the anxiety is brutal.

Why not just board up, secure your belongings and get on a plane somewhere to return when power, etc., is restored?

I can sympathize. I wish you the best.

GerardoG · 19 August 2007, 01:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by USMCsilver

Good luck, and be safe!

We have friends who are supposed to be at the Omni from the 31st to the 4th. Wonder if they'll still make it...?

Godspeed...

Things should be back on track by then

GerardoG · 19 August 2007, 01:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kcmo

Gerardo, we are all thinking of you and praying that everyone will be safe. I have been watching the news in disbelief.

Take care as best you can and please check in when you can (you'll have other priorities no doubt) to let us know you and your family are OK. Hang in there friend.

Thank you Karis.

GerardoG · 19 August 2007, 01:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by advocatia

The waiting is a blessing and a curse. You have time to prepare but the anxiety is brutal.

Why not just board up, secure your belongings and get on a plane somewhere to return when power, etc., is restored?

I can sympathize. I wish you the best.

Yes, it is BRUTAL! I carry a pack of Tums with me, and you can feel stress all over.

On your advice, tried it 3 days ago; there is not even one seat available on ANY flight going anywhere! Today's report is that we have 98,000 tourists trying to get out. When I tell you about tequila, I am not kidding, by this moment my back hurts, you start to get cranky (as you can tell by me writing so much) and headaches come and go. A shot of tequila eases tension a bit.

GerardoG · 19 August 2007, 01:38 AM

Got a call from travel agent. She found ONE place in a flight to Miami monday afternoon. Risk: airport might be closed by then. Price: $2,800 us; one way.

worktolivelife · 19 August 2007, 01:53 AM

hi gerardo,

seems strange me sat here booking for XMAS [excellence riveria cancun] maybe should rethink!, was it real bad last time you took a direct hit

best wishes
steve

Tools · 19 August 2007, 01:58 AM

Seeing a straight line projection like the one shown is very unusual..

Those things almost always spin off to the north before they pass Cuba.

Hope things turn out well..

GerardoG · 19 August 2007, 01:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by worktolivelife

hi gerardo,

seems strange me sat here booking for XMAS [excellence riveria cancun] maybe should rethink!, was it real bad last time you took a direct hit

best wishes
steve

To be honest, I do think we are better prepared this time; power lines are underground (after Wilma), hotels are 'beefier' and we have the recent experience. After all, this is a beautiful place, you should not change your plans (plus December is after hurricane season). What I would suggest is to take advantage of this, hotels will be looking for business so rates are very likely to go down; you can get a pretty good deal!

Afetr Emily (which had the same track, speed, etc as Dean), we were back in 1-1/2 weeks and fully restored in 2-1/2 weeks.

worktolivelife · 19 August 2007, 02:16 AM

guess it will be as if it never happened in a few short weeks hopefully, back to the true beauty and tranquility of the place!!!!!

steve

Robb · 19 August 2007, 02:20 AM

You are in my prayers!!! Be safe!

Welshwatchman · 20 August 2007, 05:35 AM

It's surreal Gerardo.

A slow "calm" countdown to one heck of a torrid time to come.

I hope you remain safe and sound. Batten down those hatches.

Alcan · 20 August 2007, 05:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Welshwatchman

I hope you remain safe and sound. Batten down those hatches.

You took the words right out of my mouth.

Keep your head down, Gerado!

USMCsilver · 20 August 2007, 08:27 AM

Just saw on the news that Dean is gonna be a bit south of Cancun. Looks like you may be in the clear!

Rubenonfire · 20 August 2007, 08:31 AM

We're pulling for you, G. It sounds like you've taken all the precautions, so take it easy on the "self-medication."

GerardoG · 20 August 2007, 11:09 PM

Thank you all for your comments. Yes, it looks like it will hit Chetumal, which is south of Cancun, but as with all hurricanes, you have to watch out; they have no word of honor. Today is the worst part: the wait. Currently @ home; sun shines and sea is VERY calm....just waiting...and waiting....

BTW, got an e-mail from Brendan (who was vacationing @ Cozumel), he foudn a plane out for 1:00 am so he was going to take it.

Saludos to all of you!

murfice · 20 August 2007, 11:13 PM

Stay save Gerardo

SWFLA1 · 20 August 2007, 11:20 PM

G - it APPEARS the eye is going to miss you!

Still, it's going to be a strong one, so stay safe - hopefully, it'll get by you without too much damage.

Rockrolex · 20 August 2007, 11:21 PM

Best of luck with the hurricane watch, Gerardo. Hope everything works out OK and that you're back on line soon.

GerardoG · 20 August 2007, 11:22 PM

I also hope the same. It is going to be a LONG day/night......

USMCsilver · 22 August 2007, 02:29 AM

Just read a news story, not much mention of Cancun at all. Gerardo, I guess you've been spared. Thank God!

Give us an update when you can!

"Tourist resorts like Playa del Carmen and Cancun, devastated by Hurricane Wilma in 2005, appeared to have escaped major damage."

GerardoG · 22 August 2007, 02:32 AM

Yes, it was a long night, winds here (I am south of Cancun) are pretty strong. Biggest problem for us @ home was that waves hitting the beach were over 18ft high; so water is everywhere! You should see our pool and yard...almost gone. I took some video, will post when I have time (some days...)

USMCsilver · 22 August 2007, 02:34 AM

Glad to hear from you!!!

I hope the damage isn't too costly to repair, but look at the bright side -- you pulled through!

18' waves, eh? Woulda been a killer ride on a boogie board!

GerardoG · 22 August 2007, 02:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by USMCsilver

Glad to hear from you!!!

I hope the damage isn't too costly to repair, but look at the bright side -- you pulled through!

18' waves, eh? Woulda been a killer ride on a boogie board!

YOU BET!!!!

S2000 Driver · 22 August 2007, 02:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GerardoG

Yes, it was a long night, winds here (I am south of Cancun) are pretty strong...

I heard on the news that some of the hardest hit areas (so far) were about 100 miles south of Cancun!

Be safe, Gerardo.

GerardoG · 22 August 2007, 02:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by S2000 Driver

I heard on the news that some of the hardest hit areas (so far) were about 100 miles south of Cancun!

Be safe, Gerardo.

Will do. So far we still have power @ home; but I can hear the wind on the shutters....not fun....

Paulie · 22 August 2007, 02:45 AM

Read the cruise ship port in Costa Maya took a direct hit.

19 August 2007, 12:20 AM	#1
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Hurricane Dean...Mexico Well my friends, as I am sitting alone @ office, making last arrangements to receive Dean (now expected to hit us as Cat 5 ), we will disconnect our server and therefore internet access. This will be a LONG week; landfall should be early Tuesday morning. For anyone interested, our good friend Brendan emailed me yesterday from COZUMEL! He is there on honeymoon, I do not know what his plans are; hope he is safe.... Will be here for another couple of hours or so, then a 'stress management' session; today is a beautiful day, sun is bright, calm seas; my nerves are NOT. So time for a BIG cigar (Romeo y Juleta Particulares lmtd edition) and Chivas (21 yr)....just to enjoy it; we will not have power, water (nor ice) for 5-10 days after Dean hits..... Talk to you later. Have a great wekend.

19 August 2007, 12:34 AM	#3
USMCsilver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Sterling Location: Middle of SC Watch: Anniv. GMT II Posts: 908	Good luck, and be safe! We have friends who are supposed to be at the Omni from the 31st to the 4th. Wonder if they'll still make it...? Godspeed... __________________ The Original USMCsilver© ~~><~~

19 August 2007, 01:53 AM	#10
worktolivelife "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: UK Posts: 1,365	hi gerardo, seems strange me sat here booking for XMAS [excellence riveria cancun] maybe should rethink!, was it real bad last time you took a direct hit best wishes steve __________________ MEMBER NO.142

19 August 2007, 02:16 AM	#13
worktolivelife "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: UK Posts: 1,365	guess it will be as if it never happened in a few short weeks hopefully, back to the true beauty and tranquility of the place!!!!! steve __________________ MEMBER NO.142

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19 August 2007, 12:21 AM	#2
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	...for those of you interested....

19 August 2007, 12:35 AM	#4
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Gerardo, we are all thinking of you and praying that everyone will be safe. I have been watching the news in disbelief. Take care as best you can and please check in when you can (you'll have other priorities no doubt) to let us know you and your family are OK. Hang in there friend.

19 August 2007, 01:04 AM	#5
advocatia Banned Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Andy Location: Florida USA Watch: PAM 422 GMTIIC Posts: 868	The waiting is a blessing and a curse. You have time to prepare but the anxiety is brutal. Why not just board up, secure your belongings and get on a plane somewhere to return when power, etc., is restored? I can sympathize. I wish you the best.

19 August 2007, 01:38 AM	#9
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Got a call from travel agent. She found ONE place in a flight to Miami monday afternoon. Risk: airport might be closed by then. Price: $2,800 us; one way.

19 August 2007, 01:58 AM	#11
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,515	Seeing a straight line projection like the one shown is very unusual.. Those things almost always spin off to the north before they pass Cuba. Hope things turn out well..

20 August 2007, 05:35 AM	#15
Welshwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Paul Location: Wales, UK Posts: 14,578	It's surreal Gerardo. A slow "calm" countdown to one heck of a torrid time to come. I hope you remain safe and sound. Batten down those hatches. __________________ ..33

20 August 2007, 08:27 AM	#17
USMCsilver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Sterling Location: Middle of SC Watch: Anniv. GMT II Posts: 908	Just saw on the news that Dean is gonna be a bit south of Cancun. Looks like you may be in the clear! __________________ The Original USMCsilver© ~~><~~

20 August 2007, 08:31 AM	#18
Rubenonfire "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Ruben Location: Orange County Watch: 16610LV Posts: 1,317	We're pulling for you, G. It sounds like you've taken all the precautions, so take it easy on the "self-medication." __________________ Throw your Rollies in the sky, wave 'em side to side, now keep your hands high.

20 August 2007, 11:09 PM	#19
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Thank you all for your comments. Yes, it looks like it will hit Chetumal, which is south of Cancun, but as with all hurricanes, you have to watch out; they have no word of honor. Today is the worst part: the wait. Currently @ home; sun shines and sea is VERY calm....just waiting...and waiting.... BTW, got an e-mail from Brendan (who was vacationing @ Cozumel), he foudn a plane out for 1:00 am so he was going to take it. Saludos to all of you!

20 August 2007, 11:13 PM	#20
murfice Banned Join Date: May 2007 Location: us Watch: TT BS, SD, GMT II Posts: 64	Stay save Gerardo

20 August 2007, 11:20 PM	#21
SWFLA1 Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: USA Posts: 226	G - it APPEARS the eye is going to miss you! Still, it's going to be a strong one, so stay safe - hopefully, it'll get by you without too much damage.

20 August 2007, 11:21 PM	#22
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,970	Best of luck with the hurricane watch, Gerardo. Hope everything works out OK and that you're back on line soon. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

20 August 2007, 11:22 PM	#23
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	I also hope the same. It is going to be a LONG day/night......

22 August 2007, 02:29 AM	#24
USMCsilver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Sterling Location: Middle of SC Watch: Anniv. GMT II Posts: 908	Just read a news story, not much mention of Cancun at all. Gerardo, I guess you've been spared. Thank God! Give us an update when you can! "Tourist resorts like Playa del Carmen and Cancun, devastated by Hurricane Wilma in 2005, appeared to have escaped major damage." __________________ The Original USMCsilver© ~~><~~

22 August 2007, 02:32 AM	#25
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Yes, it was a long night, winds here (I am south of Cancun) are pretty strong. Biggest problem for us @ home was that waves hitting the beach were over 18ft high; so water is everywhere! You should see our pool and yard...almost gone. I took some video, will post when I have time (some days...)

22 August 2007, 02:34 AM	#26
USMCsilver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Sterling Location: Middle of SC Watch: Anniv. GMT II Posts: 908	Glad to hear from you!!! I hope the damage isn't too costly to repair, but look at the bright side -- you pulled through! 18' waves, eh? Woulda been a killer ride on a boogie board! __________________ The Original USMCsilver© ~~><~~

22 August 2007, 02:45 AM	#30
Paulie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Chicagoland Watch: GMTII and OP! Posts: 1,272	Read the cruise ship port in Costa Maya took a direct hit. __________________

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