I went out to give my car a final try before trying to get help to release me from the snow trap. When I was unplugging the cord to the block heater, my keys slipped out of my gloves. NEVER HAPPENED BEFORE - I don't drop things.
I was searching for them and discovered a whole near the cedar hedge - mouse or mice most likely. Finally manipulated my body in an Olympic gymnastic fashion and snatched my keys from Mickey.
As I was securing my cord to my license plate (so it doesn't drag on the ground), I heard the tiniest squeaking sound; naturally I apologized for disturbing their brunch and asked that they keep living where they are and don't crawl into my engine and eat through my glove compartment.
I was reluctant initially to ask for help from the neighbours 'cause if they said, "No", I would have felt ridiculous for asking, as it turned out, his wife Sharon sounded a bit annoyed that I didn't ask sooner.
Euerka!!! Good ol' George came through for me. Well, he didn't get the snow blower out; the build up was too hard. He and his wife Sharon have a rental place next to their house and Dan saw what was going on and came to assist. They towed my car out with a rope and Sharon's big GMC so I could run all my errands, etc. George said, I could park my vehicle in his tenants parking until the city crew came by to clear out my spot.
When George lost his best buddy, a beautiful Golden Retriever (almost white) - Duke - about ten years ago, I placed a sympathy card in their mailbox and we've been a bit chatty ever since. I also helped them with their grandson when he was about 11 and going through a rough patch in his traumatic life and they took a liking to me because of the positive impact. Found out their grandson is joining the Ontario Provincial Police; I can't take credit for how he turned out, but pleased that he learned to manage his anger and appreciate the softer slice of life.
I realized I couldn't offer them money for helping me out, that would have been an insult so I picked up blank thank you cards for them and Dan.
I got my Mojo Workin' (I call my car Mojo).
Felt good to be out driving with my tunes again.
I'm pretty jolly now, if I wasn't when I started out.
The power of the Lord's presence and the emotions of the moment are overwhelming when hundreds of people are praying together for the same thing.
It always makes me cry when I hear a child has died, even if I don't know the people involved. That family will need all the strength and love they can get. Sending mine their way.Good Monday morning, Christmas friends!
It's still overcast and yucky this morning, but hopefully that will clear up soon. All this talk of snow, and we're just getting rain. Blech.
One of the football coaches at Elizabeth's school lost his 2 year old son this weekend when the child got away from him at a birthday party and fell in a pool. Bless them! We attending a prayer service at the school last night, and the place was packed. I've never met him or his family, but I admit I was crying before the night was over.
I have an appointment with the orthopedic doctor tomorrow. I'm ready for my hand to get better! It's my left hand, and I'm left-handed!
I hope y'all have a great day!
That is so horrible to read of a child leaving so suddenly. The anguish his parents will feel must be overwhelming. Prayers going up for all who are affected.Good Monday morning, Christmas friends!
It's still overcast and yucky this morning, but hopefully that will clear up soon. All this talk of snow, and we're just getting rain. Blech.
One of the football coaches at Elizabeth's school lost his 2 year old son this weekend when the child got away from him at a birthday party and fell in a pool. Bless them! We attending a prayer service at the school last night, and the place was packed. I've never met him or his family, but I admit I was crying before the night was over.
I have an appointment with the orthopedic doctor tomorrow. I'm ready for my hand to get better! It's my left hand, and I'm left-handed!
I hope y'all have a great day!
Thanks Crown! We're closing in on 300!
How tragic..that poor family. Will definitely keep them in my prayers.Good Monday morning, Christmas friends!
It's still overcast and yucky this morning, but hopefully that will clear up soon. All this talk of snow, and we're just getting rain. Blech.
One of the football coaches at Elizabeth's school lost his 2 year old son this weekend when the child got away from him at a birthday party and fell in a pool. Bless them! We attending a prayer service at the school last night, and the place was packed. I've never met him or his family, but I admit I was crying before the night was over.
I have an appointment with the orthopedic doctor tomorrow. I'm ready for my hand to get better! It's my left hand, and I'm left-handed!
I hope y'all have a great day!
Sounds like a great plan for buying another car...sorry to hear you have to wait so long to drive.
You guys really ARE on a roll! I like all of your ideas, especially cleaning up the TV costs. Our Dish Network subscription costs us over $100 a month, and we don't have any movie channels, or even Science Channel (which I love).
Hello MMC friends...Hope everyone had a fantastic weekend....Its late here and i am so wide awake...My sleeping pattern has been all over the place the past few months.. Watching Miracle on 34th street right now...Goodnite everyone
