Saturday, September 3, 2016

A Great Start...Then Really? Seriously? Sigh....

So, a big weekend was planned and set up.  DH went on a camping trip to the Sierras.  I had lots of yarn, lots of cross stitch supplies, plenty of wooden boxes and paint.  I was on a roll.  Got most of the yard work done, finished cleaning one bathroom and the kitchen.  Three days of peace and quiet and projects. Happy, happy dance.

Finished my stepson's scarf.


Pulled out some new wool/silk/cashmere for my next project.



I'm working on Number 5 needles.  Smaller than I am used to, but perfect for this project.  It will be a soft, delicate scarf for a friend...the true pattern starts in another 1/2 inch.

And then...no water.  That's odd.  We are on a well with a 5000 gallon tank.  I go out to check this morning.  No pump sound, no water in the tank.  That is all bad.  I call the well company, but the first thing he asks is the depth of my pump and well.  Pump at 340 feet, well depth is 350 feet. He sighs, says that the water in my area is below 350 feet.  That means it is possible that I've lost my well. Really?  Seriously? So, he's coming to check my well and I'm trying to find a company that will deliver water for my holding tank.  On a Saturday.  On a three day weekend.  On  Labor Day.  Oh yeah, that's going to happen.  I have bottled water for emergencies, but not enough for showers and the toilet.  I'm willing to skip the shower part, but pretty sure I will need to use the facilities at least a few times in the next two days.  I am hoping to get another phone number for water delivery when the well guy gets here.  Sigh....

I will keep good thoughts that I will get this settled today.  Dad's care doesn't include much water, so we are good on that front.  At least I won't be doing any more house cleaning or yard work.  LOL More time for knitting.

And for each of you, have a wonderful weekend. Be kind to one another.

10 comments:

  1. Oh, no! That's horrible. I hope you're able to get the guy to come out for a decent price....emergency calls on weekends cost more, which is terrible.

    We have well water though I really can't tell you where is draws from. Maybe I should ask someone. It never depletes itself....

    I'm loving your scarf finish and the new start. Both have such beautiful colors.

    Good luck with your projects! I'll keep my fingers crossed that you'll get water soon!!

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    1. Good morning, Rachel. Well, no emergency call as of yet. LOL Guess I'm saving money since I can't find anyone to come out. LOL I'm working on my knitting, so it's all good.

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  2. Dear Angela, I am praying. I hope you have some kind of help by now. I am glad you can keep busy. ;)

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    1. Good morning, Vickie. Nope, no help yet, but I'm a country girl, I've got a plan in place. LOL

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  3. Oh no--well, at least you can stitch/knit/paint/etc!!!
    The blue yarn is beautiful--will make a nice project, I'm sure!
    Sorry about the lack of water. Maybe they will be out soon!

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  4. Oh no--well, at least you can stitch/knit/paint/etc!!!
    The blue yarn is beautiful--will make a nice project, I'm sure!
    Sorry about the lack of water. Maybe they will be out soon!

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  5. I am so in love with the blue...but the yarn is so delicate I have to watch every single stitch. No watching tv while I do this project! LOL

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  6. I am so in love with the blue...but the yarn is so delicate I have to watch every single stitch. No watching tv while I do this project! LOL

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  7. Praying that the water/well situation is fixed quicker than you thought. :) Your scarf is lovely. Oh that yarn is so yummy. Blessings to you sweet friend. :)

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  8. Great wool that you started knitting with. And congratulations own finishing your stepson's scarf.
    I hope that the water situation will be fixed soon.

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