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I'm sitting here on a Saturday morning waiting for AAA to show up and jump start my car. I went out bright and early to drive to the farmers' market when I discovered the battery was dead. After the jump I will immediately drive to Les Schwab and buy a new battery. My regular mechanic is closed on Saturday, but I have always liked the service at Les Schwab, and it isn't far from my house.
Things happen to mess up your plans, and you just have to accept them and go with the flow. I sure didn't want to spend my Saturday chasing a new battery!
Jeannie and I did some shopping yesterday - Costco, Target, etc. I think my purchases at Costco were likely the highest I've ever spent without buying a higher priced item - just under $250! My fridge and freezer were nearly empty and I needed quite a bit to fill them. I also got a few snack items, but not nearly as many as I did for the last few months. The best part about the day was spending it with my daughter!
I must really be feeling better because a week ago I don't think I could have been on my feet walking around stores for such a long day. I'm amazed at what a good night's sleep I've been getting, and really happy about that.
I'm just back from getting the battery situation resolved. After thoroughly checking the battery, alternator, and all relevant parts I was told the battery was fine and that I really didn't need to replace it. It is possible I left something on - I often don't get the door completely closed on the first try because I hate to slam a door. While I was there I had them replace my windshield wipers which were not working as well as they should. I am relieved to not have to spend the money on a battery.
One of the things I bought yesterday at Costco is a big bag of tangerines. I normally don't eat citrus fruits - I used to love oranges and tangerines, but a few years ago they began to give me a bit of upset. I figured I might eat one or two of this purchase and then give the rest to the grandkids. I got started and have just finished my 4th one at this sitting! They are so sweet and just perfect this time of year. The grandkids may not get any of them after all!
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Dead battery!
I'm sitting here on a Saturday morning waiting for AAA to show up and jump start my car. I went out bright and early to drive to the farmers' market when I discovered the battery was dead. After the jump I will immediately drive to Les Schwab and buy a new battery. My regular mechanic is closed on Saturday, but I have always liked the service at Les Schwab, and it isn't far from my house.
Things happen to mess up your plans, and you just have to accept them and go with the flow. I sure didn't want to spend my Saturday chasing a new battery!
Jeannie and I did some shopping yesterday - Costco, Target, etc. I think my purchases at Costco were likely the highest I've ever spent without buying a higher priced item - just under $250! My fridge and freezer were nearly empty and I needed quite a bit to fill them. I also got a few snack items, but not nearly as many as I did for the last few months. The best part about the day was spending it with my daughter!
I must really be feeling better because a week ago I don't think I could have been on my feet walking around stores for such a long day. I'm amazed at what a good night's sleep I've been getting, and really happy about that.
I'm just back from getting the battery situation resolved. After thoroughly checking the battery, alternator, and all relevant parts I was told the battery was fine and that I really didn't need to replace it. It is possible I left something on - I often don't get the door completely closed on the first try because I hate to slam a door. While I was there I had them replace my windshield wipers which were not working as well as they should. I am relieved to not have to spend the money on a battery.
One of the things I bought yesterday at Costco is a big bag of tangerines. I normally don't eat citrus fruits - I used to love oranges and tangerines, but a few years ago they began to give me a bit of upset. I figured I might eat one or two of this purchase and then give the rest to the grandkids. I got started and have just finished my 4th one at this sitting! They are so sweet and just perfect this time of year. The grandkids may not get any of them after all!
- Great Day, So Far!
I drove to Sears this morning to find they didn't have a watch repair dept. A friendly clerk told me about a kiosk on the lower level, and I had a new battery in about one minute! It cost about double what I might have paid for the battery...
- My Favorite Shopping Place
Of course I'm talking about Costco. I love shopping there mainly because of the merchandise available, but also because every single one of the large staff is friendly, helpful, courteous, and there are more adjectives I could come up with -...
- Still Holding On
Another Monday and I'm really hoping to be noticeably improved this week. Yesterday was another day spent in pajamas and doing little or nothing. My back hurts from sitting so much. Saturday Jeannie took me to the Farmers' Mkt., Target,...
- I Saw Dr. G Today
Dr. G is my eye surgeon, and I've met only one other doctor that I can remember who inspired so much confidence, and neither of them was arrogant. I have been worried about what I think is a worsening of my vision, but according to all the tests...
- Have Dinner In South Africa
Voulezvousdiner Have just launched a new special offer. ...