Time to face the jury (and myself)

Pylon · 12-25-2006, 09:54 AM

I stopped in to say Merry X-mas, but it looks like the season has been less than festive for you. Glad to hear you are OK!

Burner02 · 12-25-2006, 03:20 PM

Merry Christmas, Dev!

Devlin · 12-25-2006, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Pylon

I stopped in to say Merry X-mas, but it looks like the season has been less than festive for you. Glad to hear you are OK!

Thank you. Actually Christmas Eve and Christmas day were wonderful. Our office manager invited me to join her family for both days. She has 4 kids, the oldest is a senior in college and the other 3 are all in high school. Her mom came in from Iowa too. I had soo much fun both days and ate way more than I should have both days. Last night after dinner, we played cards for hours. Then tonight after dinner we played Pictionary followed by Catch Phrase. I don't think I have ever laughed as hard as I did tonight during Catch Phrase. Overall it was a very Merry Christmas dispite the fire prior to Christmas.

Devlin · 12-25-2006, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Burner02

Merry Christmas, Dev!

Merry Christmas, Burner. I got your message, but I was in an area of town that my phone didn't like. I tried sending you a message back, but it didn't go through until just a little while ago.

Burner02 · 12-25-2006, 08:02 PM

Hey you!
watching Superman right now...I'm SO in hero mode! YEAH!

Devlin · 12-26-2006, 07:42 PM

Well I wish I could say that life has returned to normal. However it hasn't. The building that burned has not been torn down yet and with the damp weather we are having the smell of smoke lingers outside. Not to mention just looking at the building reminds me not only of how lucky I am, but also how close I was to loosing everything. It doesn't help either that I suspect it was arson so I go to bed every night wondering if my building will be next. If I'm going to wake up to the stairs in flames.

Then add in that I spoke with a neighbor this evening who works in our leasing office. From what she told me, the first office fire was determined to be arson.

She then went on to tell me that apparently the office manager has been receiving threats and her tires have been slashed on more than one occassion.

It's sounding like we have a problem here. If that wasn't enough good news,

she told me that 2 weeks ago someone tossed a brick through the sliding glass door of the "new" leasing office (the office that was in the building that was burned a few days ago). That was also about the time the dumpster was on fire just up the parking lot from the "new" office. I'm no where near an expert on fires, but I find it hard to believe the building next door would have burned the way it did if it was an accident. To me it appeared the stairs were the main thing that was on fire and then it spread to the buildings. There are no lights or wiring on the stairs themselves. The lights are on the buildings by our doors. So that leaves applying fire to the wood stairs. It had been raining for almost 24 hours prior to the fire so I'm guessing a cigarette or match probably wouldn't have been able to set off the inferno that engulfed three full flights of stairs before spreading to the attached buildings. That only leaves one pissed off person out to get the office.

The news earlier reported, the investigators hope to release a cause of the fire tomorrow. I'm hoping they also release that they have caught the SOB that set the fire, if they determine it was arson (which I'd say is very, very likely). If they haven't caught the SOB, I hope that have a suspect and are close to an arrest. Otherwise, if the complex decides to move the office into my building, well I will do my best to fight it and will also be looking to move out quickly.

Sorry for ranting, but I will admit, the fire itself didn't scare me, it's the burn pattern, the destruction, the lack of warning until it was almost too late and the signs leading towards arson that has left me shaken. It's wondering how someone could willing set fire to a building with innocent people in it. It's wondering if the sicko is pissed off enough to target another building in the complex and will it be mine. Yes, I could move and moving is sounding very good, but looking at it realistically moving quickly may not be a practical option at the moment.

Pylon · 12-26-2006, 07:56 PM

I understand your apprehension, D. Wish I could say something to make it better, but I don't know what it would be. Stay safe, ya hear?

Devlin · 12-26-2006, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Pylon

I understand your apprehension, D. Wish I could say something to make it better, but I don't know what it would be. Stay safe, ya hear?

Thank Py. It makes feel a little better expressing the fear and apprehension. The things I would like to hear...."It (the fire) was an accident." I seriously doubt I will hear that. The biggest thing that would make me feel better is hearing that they caught the person responsible.

Pylon · 12-26-2006, 08:11 PM

Oddly enough, I just saw a story on our local news about an arsonist they caught. Turns out he was is a fireman mentorship program and got kicked out a year or so ago. He set several fires around the area before they caught him, but he did get caught.

Devlin · 12-26-2006, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Pylon

Oddly enough, I just saw a story on our local news about an arsonist they caught. Turns out he was is a fireman mentorship program and got kicked out a year or so ago. He set several fires around the area before they caught him, but he did get caught.

My paternal grandmother's place was torched years ago by serial arsonists that were firemen (in NJ). They would show up to put their own fires out when the company was called out. They also were caught after setting numerous fires. Luckily, my grandmother's place only received minor damage, but the detached garage (which was the building that was initially set and the fire spread to the house) was destroyed.

Burner02 · 12-26-2006, 08:30 PM

I'd bet they (PD) have someone watching the place to see if this cat comes back for another burn?
But, hope they have him/her.

Devlin · 12-26-2006, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Burner02

I'd bet they (PD) have someone watching the place to see if this cat comes back for another burn?
But, hope they have him/her.

Want to know the the freaky part, a local cop lives in an apartment right across the parking lot from the building that burned. He was home the night of the fire and the screaming along with the arrival of the firetrucks woke him up.

Burner02 · 12-26-2006, 08:54 PM

uthink he'd be pro-active from this point on...

Pylon · 12-26-2006, 09:12 PM

No doubt. Maybe you should take him cookies too...

Devlin · 12-27-2006, 12:29 PM

It's official...It was released on the noon news that the fire has been declared arson. According to the reporter, the fire marshal stated, "it was clear the fire was started on the outside of the building."

They haven't yet determined what actually started the fire, but they also stated investigators had yet to go back into the building so the investigation is far from complete. They also stated once they determine how the fire was started, then they will pursue who started it.

Does this make me sleep easier? Nope. Not until they find the person and toss his sorry ass in jail.

Triple Threat · 12-27-2006, 12:34 PM

They need to call the folks from CSI. They'll have it solved within an hour.

Joking aside, you might seriously want to consider moving.

Devlin · 12-27-2006, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Triple Threat

They need to call the folks from CSI. They'll have it solved within an hour.

Joking aside, you might seriously want to consider moving.

I am seriously considering moving. The fact someone is targeting the office in particular and is not concerned with innocent lives is extremely scary. I am actually starting to look for a house with some land that is for rent so I can keep my horse there too. May as well knock out two birds with one stone if I can. It would be even better if I can score a place that is rent with option to buy

b_reed23 · 12-27-2006, 01:35 PM

Damn Dev...I am sorry to hear about all this news..hopefully they catch the SOB and put him away for a while

have you been going to the gym?

Devlin · 12-27-2006, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by b_reed23

Damn Dev...I am sorry to hear about all this news..hopefully they catch the SOB and put him away for a while

have you been going to the gym?

No sadly I haven't hit the gym. I just haven't had the time, energy or desire to go.

Burner02 · 12-27-2006, 06:03 PM

no desire?
we need some intensity here...STAT!

Pylon · 12-31-2006, 03:56 PM

Happy New Year, Dev! Hope your near future is flame-free!

Devlin · 01-03-2007, 06:58 PM

Happy New Year!!!!

So far the new year is flame-free, but I'm still scared it could happen again. I am looking for a new place. This living day to day, not knowing if I'm going to wake up to my apartment in flames or if I am going to come home to flames is not good on the body or mind.

Work is now getting crazy as we are under multiple deadlines and the boss is not handling them well. However, atleast I will be working another horse sale in a few days so my stress at work will drop for a while.

I learned tonight, that I should not answer my door when I am looing like a bum. Why? Because this evening, one of the news stations came around to interview residents about the fire and how we feel about it being arson. Apparently, the 911 dispatch calls from the morning of the fire were released today. I should have just declined, but noooo, I ended up being interviewed looking like a bum and holding one of my dogs (the one that sheds white hair like crazy). The only up sides are it will be on the 11 o'clock news and hopefully they will probably edit the interview down. Thinking back, I'm still amazed that no one was seriously injured or killed. I'm also amazed that someone could set the fire the way they did, that someone could endanger innocent lives.

Archangel · 01-04-2007, 04:00 PM

So sorry to read about your misfortune Sister Devlin, glad your safe!!! Wishing you nothing but the BEST!!!

Pylon · 01-08-2007, 08:12 PM

Hey Dev, where ya at? With all the hubbub in your area, you got to check in every couple of days!

Triple Threat · 01-10-2007, 07:50 PM

12-25-2006, 09:54 AM	#3421
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Missing...presumed having a good time Posts: 6,392 Photos: 3	I stopped in to say Merry X-mas, but it looks like the season has been less than festive for you. Glad to hear you are OK!
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton

12-25-2006, 03:20 PM	#3422
Burner02 Super Hero in Training Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tip of the spear! Posts: 28,308	Merry Christmas, Dev!
	Success leaves clues. People who produce outstanding results do specific things to create those results Nobody cares what you did yesterday or what you are going to do tomorrow. What is important is what you are doing NOW to solve our problem THERE IS NO TOMORROW! - Appollo Creed

12-25-2006, 08:02 PM	#3425
Burner02 Super Hero in Training Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tip of the spear! Posts: 28,308	Hey you! watching Superman right now...I'm SO in hero mode! YEAH!
	Success leaves clues. People who produce outstanding results do specific things to create those results Nobody cares what you did yesterday or what you are going to do tomorrow. What is important is what you are doing NOW to solve our problem THERE IS NO TOMORROW! - Appollo Creed

12-26-2006, 07:42 PM	#3426
Devlin Senior Member Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: KY Posts: 3,278 Photos: 27	Well I wish I could say that life has returned to normal. However it hasn't. The building that burned has not been torn down yet and with the damp weather we are having the smell of smoke lingers outside. Not to mention just looking at the building reminds me not only of how lucky I am, but also how close I was to loosing everything. It doesn't help either that I suspect it was arson so I go to bed every night wondering if my building will be next. If I'm going to wake up to the stairs in flames. Then add in that I spoke with a neighbor this evening who works in our leasing office. From what she told me, the first office fire was determined to be arson. She then went on to tell me that apparently the office manager has been receiving threats and her tires have been slashed on more than one occassion. It's sounding like we have a problem here. If that wasn't enough good news, she told me that 2 weeks ago someone tossed a brick through the sliding glass door of the "new" leasing office (the office that was in the building that was burned a few days ago). That was also about the time the dumpster was on fire just up the parking lot from the "new" office. I'm no where near an expert on fires, but I find it hard to believe the building next door would have burned the way it did if it was an accident. To me it appeared the stairs were the main thing that was on fire and then it spread to the buildings. There are no lights or wiring on the stairs themselves. The lights are on the buildings by our doors. So that leaves applying fire to the wood stairs. It had been raining for almost 24 hours prior to the fire so I'm guessing a cigarette or match probably wouldn't have been able to set off the inferno that engulfed three full flights of stairs before spreading to the attached buildings. That only leaves one pissed off person out to get the office. The news earlier reported, the investigators hope to release a cause of the fire tomorrow. I'm hoping they also release that they have caught the SOB that set the fire, if they determine it was arson (which I'd say is very, very likely). If they haven't caught the SOB, I hope that have a suspect and are close to an arrest. Otherwise, if the complex decides to move the office into my building, well I will do my best to fight it and will also be looking to move out quickly. Sorry for ranting, but I will admit, the fire itself didn't scare me, it's the burn pattern, the destruction, the lack of warning until it was almost too late and the signs leading towards arson that has left me shaken. It's wondering how someone could willing set fire to a building with innocent people in it. It's wondering if the sicko is pissed off enough to target another building in the complex and will it be mine. Yes, I could move and moving is sounding very good, but looking at it realistically moving quickly may not be a practical option at the moment.
	Time to face the jury (and myself) Time to bring sexyback

12-26-2006, 07:56 PM	#3427
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Missing...presumed having a good time Posts: 6,392 Photos: 3	I understand your apprehension, D. Wish I could say something to make it better, but I don't know what it would be. Stay safe, ya hear?
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton

12-26-2006, 08:11 PM	#3429
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Missing...presumed having a good time Posts: 6,392 Photos: 3	Oddly enough, I just saw a story on our local news about an arsonist they caught. Turns out he was is a fireman mentorship program and got kicked out a year or so ago. He set several fires around the area before they caught him, but he did get caught.
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton

12-26-2006, 08:30 PM	#3431
Burner02 Super Hero in Training Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tip of the spear! Posts: 28,308	I'd bet they (PD) have someone watching the place to see if this cat comes back for another burn? But, hope they have him/her.
	Success leaves clues. People who produce outstanding results do specific things to create those results Nobody cares what you did yesterday or what you are going to do tomorrow. What is important is what you are doing NOW to solve our problem THERE IS NO TOMORROW! - Appollo Creed

12-26-2006, 08:54 PM	#3433
Burner02 Super Hero in Training Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tip of the spear! Posts: 28,308	uthink he'd be pro-active from this point on...
	Success leaves clues. People who produce outstanding results do specific things to create those results Nobody cares what you did yesterday or what you are going to do tomorrow. What is important is what you are doing NOW to solve our problem THERE IS NO TOMORROW! - Appollo Creed

12-26-2006, 09:12 PM	#3434
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Missing...presumed having a good time Posts: 6,392 Photos: 3	No doubt. Maybe you should take him cookies too...
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton

12-27-2006, 12:29 PM	#3435
Devlin Senior Member Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: KY Posts: 3,278 Photos: 27	It's official...It was released on the noon news that the fire has been declared arson. According to the reporter, the fire marshal stated, "it was clear the fire was started on the outside of the building." They haven't yet determined what actually started the fire, but they also stated investigators had yet to go back into the building so the investigation is far from complete. They also stated once they determine how the fire was started, then they will pursue who started it. Does this make me sleep easier? Nope. Not until they find the person and toss his sorry ass in jail.
	Time to face the jury (and myself) Time to bring sexyback

12-27-2006, 12:34 PM	#3436
Triple Threat ... Elite Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Lost Posts: 9,412 Photos: 4	They need to call the folks from CSI. They'll have it solved within an hour. Joking aside, you might seriously want to consider moving.

12-27-2006, 01:35 PM	#3438
b_reed23 this is why I'm hot! Elite Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: West Tennessee Posts: 5,212 Photos: 34	Damn Dev...I am sorry to hear about all this news..hopefully they catch the SOB and put him away for a while have you been going to the gym?
	My Journal!

12-27-2006, 06:03 PM	#3440
Burner02 Super Hero in Training Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tip of the spear! Posts: 28,308	no desire? we need some intensity here...STAT!
	Success leaves clues. People who produce outstanding results do specific things to create those results Nobody cares what you did yesterday or what you are going to do tomorrow. What is important is what you are doing NOW to solve our problem THERE IS NO TOMORROW! - Appollo Creed

12-31-2006, 03:56 PM	#3441
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Missing...presumed having a good time Posts: 6,392 Photos: 3	Happy New Year, Dev! Hope your near future is flame-free!
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton

01-03-2007, 06:58 PM	#3442
Devlin Senior Member Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: KY Posts: 3,278 Photos: 27	Happy New Year!!!! So far the new year is flame-free, but I'm still scared it could happen again. I am looking for a new place. This living day to day, not knowing if I'm going to wake up to my apartment in flames or if I am going to come home to flames is not good on the body or mind. Work is now getting crazy as we are under multiple deadlines and the boss is not handling them well. However, atleast I will be working another horse sale in a few days so my stress at work will drop for a while. I learned tonight, that I should not answer my door when I am looing like a bum. Why? Because this evening, one of the news stations came around to interview residents about the fire and how we feel about it being arson. Apparently, the 911 dispatch calls from the morning of the fire were released today. I should have just declined, but noooo, I ended up being interviewed looking like a bum and holding one of my dogs (the one that sheds white hair like crazy). The only up sides are it will be on the 11 o'clock news and hopefully they will probably edit the interview down. Thinking back, I'm still amazed that no one was seriously injured or killed. I'm also amazed that someone could set the fire the way they did, that someone could endanger innocent lives.
	Time to face the jury (and myself) Time to bring sexyback

01-04-2007, 04:00 PM	#3443
Archangel High Intensity Freak Elite Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Intensity Island Posts: 10,178 Photos: 4	So sorry to read about your misfortune Sister Devlin, glad your safe!!! Wishing you nothing but the BEST!!!
	"I can do ALL things through Christ, who strengthens me" - Philippians 4:13 "For NOTHING is impossible with GOD" - Luke 1:37

01-08-2007, 08:12 PM	#3444
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Missing...presumed having a good time Posts: 6,392 Photos: 3	Hey Dev, where ya at? With all the hubbub in your area, you got to check in every couple of days!
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton

01-10-2007, 07:50 PM	#3445
Triple Threat ... Elite Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Lost Posts: 9,412 Photos: 4