I started my day at 7am, cleaning and salting the driveway. The specific instructions from the auto txt from the plumbing company was to make sure driveways and sidewalks were clear of snow and ice, and salted. So I did that. Hoping we don’t get any more snow tonight but it looks like a possibility. *** Well, just looked out the door…
The plumber came a little after 9am. He wasn’t even here 5 minutes and he discovered the problem. I was prepared to have my front yard dug up, the driveway ripped apart, the basement floor torn open…. Turns out that it was a leaking pipe – leaking pretty hard – and running down the cement block wall. You couldn’t see it because of the dropped ceiling and the paneling and drywall. He removed a few ceiling tiles and found a mess. He shut the water off to that pipe (outside spigot) and is coming Wednesday to put in new pipes, etc. It should take about a week for the floor to dry out if I run the dehumidifier constantly. So that’s the plan!
I was expecting tens of thousands of dollars in repair. Turns out it will we less than $300 unless he runs into another issue. I am in shock! I was prepared for and expecting the worst, but God had better things in mind for me! As Nathan said, that is an example of answered prayer if I ever heard one! Blessings abound!
Two problems at work got cleared up this morning, plus two friends that were sick are on the mend. So today is full of sunshine despite the snow! I am one thankful ‘puppy’! And that’s the bottom line for today.
January 24 – Who was the President when you were born? “Herbert Clark Hoover was the 31st president. He was president from 1929 to 1933.” Herbert Hoover was blamed for the Great Depression, because the stock market fell right after he took office.
Calendar inspiration – Savor the little things that make you feel cozy.
Yesterday’s vacation destination was Ecuador and the picture posted was Bartolome Island. Other places to do and things to see are Snorkeling, beaches, hiking, mountain climbing, history, farms, sunsets, museums, parks. I have never even remotely considered going to Ecuador but it looks beautiful.
Laguna Cuicocha- wild flowers, photography
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TOMORROW January 25 is:
This is very ironic – I’ll tell you why tomorrow unless you already know. As for vacations, Kath and I are hoping to spend some time together this evening sketching out some plans! So we’re a day early. And one month ago today was Christmas Eve! I was at Kathy’s then, too! Have a happy Tuesday. God bless…
Yay! Great news that your basement water problem will be fixed and not cost a fortune! Definitely a blessing from God!
It’s already improving after 24 hours, and I’m so thankful! It is a huge blessing and I am totally humbled and thankful!