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A Rant, Then Thanks

The plumbing issue didn't get fixed.  No problem; call a plumber.  Two years ago, we called a plumbing company who sent Mr. Doom-and-Gloom.  Before we took the drastic measures he suggested, we called another company.  That company solved the problem with a simple snaking of the drain.  This morning, I called a company that advertises "Any drain unclogged" for a reasonable price.  Problem is, Mr. Doom-and-Gloom showed up at my door.  He changed companies.  His solution for everything is, "Let's tear up the foundation of the house!" 

Based upon our past experience with him, our problem should be easily solved by calling a different plumber.  However, a tiny part of my brain is going into worry overdrive.  What if he is telling me the truth? 

Breathe, Kristi, breathe.  Things could be much worse.  I really don't have any reason to complain.  Life is good.

Thankful thought:  Thanks for shelter from the rain and cold, and  thanks for indoor plumbing--not all of the bathrooms are on the affected line.  

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  1. I'm all about my plumber:
    ACE Plumbing
    943-4009
    Tell him I sent you!

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