Tuesday morning, half awake, I stepped into the downstairs bathroom and found I was standing in water. Sooooo, put down a bunch of absorbent stuff, shut off the whole house water, filling the kettle first, quick learner, and called the plumber.
declared it fixed, turned the water on, charged me a bundle and went away.
He really knows his stuff and has diagnosed and fixed a few mystery ailments of the house, so though he's expensive, sometimes I need him.
Cheerful guy, well, at that hourly rate I'd be cheerful too, mustn't be bitter, but what with fireplaces and bathrooms, property ownership has been expensive recently.
Then the Tuesday knitters were a lot of fun, one doing Tunisian crochet and lace knitting, two knitting lace, D, seen here wearing her work,one beginning crocheter, one cordage basketeer, me.
This is a more focused group than the Friday one, into patterns and techniques and what yarns and why, and there's a lot of learning to be had.
And home to Textiles and Tea with
The last day or two have been mixed, though Handsome Son took care, this morning, of the township building inspection of his fireplace seal, passed, no problem. Just as well because that was happening while I was whipping about commanding the waves to desist in the bathroom.
Anyway, Tiny Buddha came through
There was also food. I don't know if this supper has a name.
It's cannellini beans, diced tomatoes, spinach, blue cheese crumbles sprinkled on, two eggs broken over, 490°f half an hour. Served with toast. And very cheering after a busy day.
Happy day, everyone, all's well. I completely missed the spring equinox, because it seemed to be a day early. Knitting friend explained its because of the leap year. Oh.
What a day you've had! Glad the plumber was able to come so quickly and fix everything. Some repairs are worth every penny!
ReplyDeleteThis plumber is based around the corner, so it's easier for me in an emergency. And yes, it's worth getting fixed for peace of mind.
DeleteOur basement has flooded four times- plumbers are gods on this earth!
ReplyDeleteYour meal sounds wonderful- served on toast, the best! Now I want whatever that is as well as some cream of chicken soup. Your posts make me hungry.
The weaving and knitting is also delicious!
I've had more water related issues than I like to think, in this house. Greg has come to the rescue.
DeleteFantastic to get a plumber right away and he fixed it, ok so you had to pay, but worth it to get it done. Quite a variety of things getting done in your knitting group, all looks very interesting, wish I lived near I'd join!
ReplyDeleteI'm an old customer, so they know I really need them when I call! You'd be welcome in the group if you dropped by.
DeleteYou needed that knitting group after commanding the waves and calling Greg the plumber! Well done remembering to fill the kettle first. Ouch on all the repair expenses. They have been piling up.
ReplyDeleteI am always so impressed with the fascinating people that turn up on Textiles and Tea. Not only are they fascinating artists/teachers, many of them seem to be truly Good People.
Happy Spring, which caught me by surprise also.
Chris from Boise
I think the t and t people must screen for niceness and good hearts. A lot of them are people you'd like to know.
DeleteIt's an expensive season this year, yes. Just as well I don't have expensive hobbies.
One of my sons-in-law is a plumber and never has enough time to do all the jobs he's asked to do. He fits kitchens and bathrooms, too. We always tell him he doesn't charge enough!
ReplyDeleteModern building and materials don't hold up, so plumbers are definitely getting all the work they can handle.
DeleteSpring being a day early because of the leap year makes perfect sense! Glad everything is sorted for you and Handsome Son.
ReplyDeleteIt cleared up my confusion about the equinox. And for now all's well on the home front.
DeleteFor the price you paid you should have at least gotten some plumber’s crack.
ReplyDeleteNext time maybe.
DeletePlumbers are expensive as you say, but the consequences of not using them are far more expensive, so I think we are stuck with paying their bills!
ReplyDeleteYes, it doesn't come down to a choice.
DeleteI got spoiled many years ago by having a local small-town plumber who was just a nice person and appreciated cats. In the decades since he retired, my experiences with plumbers have all been of the "bite your tongue and write a fat check" variety. Glad you got your situation sorted and I hope your surprise expense streak is over for a while!
ReplyDeleteWe're at their mercy! Greg's a nice guy, if pricey.
DeleteOh My, Boud, you certainly have had some unexpected household expenses and glad all has worked out well, plumbing issues are never not costly as I recall from the days of home ownership. In many ways, apt living has some advantages in that we only need to notify management of an issue, but then it may not get repaired/replaced in as timely a manner as compared to it we were doing it on our own. Your mystery meal looked interesting and hope it was tasty as well.
ReplyDeleteI expect the plumbing and other maintenance costs are calculated into your rent, but it's less painful that way.
DeleteThe beenzentom was very good. More for today.
I also didn't realize the Spring Equinox is today! Bummer about the toilet but at least you were able to get someone in to fix it straight away. The last time I had to hire a plumber was when I lived in Manhattan and I was astonished at the price.
ReplyDeleteYes, small town, local plumber. But Manhattan prices!
DeleteOh my goodness. You and I were both dealing with repair people yesterday! And paying for their services...
ReplyDeleteWell. So it goes.
Ms. Hawkey's weaving is very pleasing to my eye.
Yes, keeping the economy thriving in our own way. If you ever were to weave, I can see you doing that colorful sort of work.
DeleteA bad start to the day, followed by good things. I will keep Tiny Buddah's wisdom in mind.
ReplyDeleteIt's a saying that's worth remembering.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great post with the exception of the toilet. But that ended well too. So many beautiful pieces here. It always makes me want to get out the yarn. LOL
ReplyDeleteSeeing other people's projects will do that.
DeleteThere is a great variety of projects in the knitting group which is stimulating as is the conversation, I’m sure! Fun in my book.
ReplyDeleteIt reminds me of book groups, one kind stays on the topic of the book, the other might mention it in passing.
DeleteWading through water first thing in the morning isn't a fun prospect...nor is the hit to the bank account.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed seeing the loom because it reminded me of when I was little and spent time watching our neighbour use hers. Often wonder whatever happened to it.
It's mesmeric watching a weaver. I don't think you've tried it, have you?
DeleteNo, I've never tried it although I remember being enthralled with watching our neighbour when I was a kid. Her loom, as I recall, was much larger than the one shown here.
DeleteSorry about the plumbing incident. There's nothing fun about that. I am reminded that we need to get some work done.
ReplyDeleteDo it before it does you!
DeleteThat first weaving illustration is the very old Whig Rose overshot coverlet pattern that I am setting up as my next scarf!
ReplyDeleteSo cool to have a knowledgeable weaver reading here.
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