So, the other day I discovered the reason my iron was literally pouring water over everything. A small plastic plug was missing from the water inlet (for steaming). I found the plug, but it's broken and won't stay in the iron. Have had this iron for w-a-y less than a year. I've not loved the irons the last few years - they drip, they stain, they aren't hot enough, they are just disappointing.
Since the iron is so new, I tried reaching out to the company on their website. Frustrating (unfriendly website). Finally managed to send them a message, received an email response that I hadn't included the complete information. Must call them. When I did, the guy on the phone said I must send the iron back - they will repair or replace the iron under the one year warranty. He'll send me a pre-paid postage label. How long? 4-6 weeks. There's no way on earth I can go for that long without ironing. Even though I often think that except for quilters I'm the last woman in the U.S. who irons. So, yes, send the label. I'm not sure it's worth the time to find a box, package the iron, send it back and wait forever for them to accomplish the repair. It's a little itty bitty plug. Just send me a new one. Seriously. So I'm sitting on the problem while I try to figure out what I'm willing to do.
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Then the vacuum broke. Well, it was kind-sorta-almost broken already. But then it truly broke. Just a handle that connects the dustbin to the frame. Internet revealed there's an authorized repair shop only a half hour away. So, off we went this morning. He said it looked like we only needed a new handle ($50) but he'd take a thorough look. Nope, also needs a new filter. The one by the motor. That is supposed to be being regularly cleaned. Didn't know (or did I forget?) that cleaning that filter (not sure I knew there was a filter there) was important. It's right next to the motor - too dirty and it stops the airflow, could cause either a fire or permanent motor damage. ($30). For only $80 we walked away with new filter, new handle and hopefully a vacuum that will work properly. I haven't loved this vacuum either. Seems like everything is built to fail in a short time necessitating expensive repair or replacement. Sigh.
But today it feels good to have the vacuum working - at least that's the assumption, haven't actually tried it yet. I've mailed off a couple birthday cards and we stopped and bought advance tickets to see the final Wicked movie. I so wanted to see the play again when it was here in the valley earlier in the year. But I also loved the movie and have so looked forward to seeing the final installment. We recorded the first half on tv the other night and will watch it the night before we see the last part at the theater. Something to look forward to is always fun. A productive day. And that always feels good.
My back is still a problem. I think the pain is down about 50%. Still 50% hurting. Moving carefully and slow. Not doing much standing - it hurts. Hoping for improvement.
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| Hi from Alaska |
Received a postcard from our storehouse friend that is currently back in Alaska serving their mission there. What fun to hear from her. I loved that she said she was pretending to know what she's doing with all the computer stuff. I feel like that's how I'm living life: pretending to know what I'm doing as I juggle all that needs doing- while keeping an eye out for joy and contentment along life's path.
I'm grateful for the symphony to look forward to - Music Of Motown - should be great fun, lots of songs from our (old) era. Riding trax will be more relaxing than doing the beep and creep all the way downtown and then fighting for a parking spot. Grateful for people who can repair stuff, who can clean up our leaves (he said he'd be here one of these days) and who treat us as people still and not annoying oldsters. I'm concentrating on giving myself constant pep talks / positive affirmations. Want to be good.
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