Unexpected challenges have been appearing pretty much on a daily basis. Garage doors, cars, daughter's gums, my mouth, Lucky's body have all needed work. And with this work there have been expenses. Oh, my, the expenses. But....I am okay with that. In fact, I am grateful to sign those checks and charge receipts. Let me tell you why. All of the people and businesses involved in these challenges have been highly professional, kind, caring and highly skilled at what they do. I'm going to give each and everyone of them a "high-five" today.
Garage Door ~ A few weeks ago the motor died. It was old, time to become a resident of wherever old garage doors and motors go to rest in peace. I was guided to call DSI, Door Solutions in Ballwin. Steve came out, tried to resuscitate the door one last time but it was over. The door was gone. However, in a matter of weeks (of course, my door is special aka a special size) a new door and motor were installed and I was on my way to ease and silence. Thank you DSI and Steve.
Dental Work ~ Ulya and I have been lax in having regular dental work. Various reasons ranging from expense to our dentist being out of town quite frequently on mission trips. Ulya was having a little bit of a problem with her gum so I decided we needed to try someone else. Happened upon Sensible Dental of Kirkwood. Called and made an appointment the same day. Thank Goodness, she was able to get in quickly as there were some concerns that needed immediate care. Dr. Yu and her staff were absolutely wonderful. Thorough, caring and expert care. Would highly recommend them.
I saw Dr. Yu the following day and was just as impressed. Her hygienist saw something in my mouth that "looked funny" and sent me on to Oral Facial Surgery Institute & Implant Center at Mercy Hospital. Dr. Michael Barbick took a look and assured me there was nothing there. Any doctor that comes in and introduces himself as "Hi, I'm Michael" and then spends a huge amount of time telling me why there is nothing wrong gets an A+++ rating from me.
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Fiat of Creve Coeur previously Saturn of Creve Coeur ~ My beloved Phoebe (yes, I name my cars) broke down ten days ago. But what better place to break down than right next to your house? Called Fiat, had Phoebe towed, and soon she was back on the road all fixed and ready to go. As usual with this Lou Fusz dealership, it all unfolded without drama. I'm still upset that Saturns are no longer being manufactured so Phoebe will need to last at least another 10 years.
County Animal Hospital, Ltd. ~ My best furry buddy, Lucky Joseph, is considered a geriatric patient based on his age of 12 years. That being said when Dr. Dana Johnson suggested surgery for Lucky on a couple of tumors, I was hesitant. He was healthy and the tumors were not life-threatening but they were making him uncomfortable. After a few sleepless nights I decided to place my faith and trust in Dr. Johnson and God. Yesterday, Lucky had surgery including the surgical removal of a broken molar. Other than the residual post operative discomfort and that damn cone, he is doing well. Once again, a very competent, caring individual office staff. And thank you Lindsay for looking in on Lucky.And then there is Mike. Mike has been taking care of my lawn this summer. A young college student at University of Missouri in Columbia, I saw his ad in the Kirkwood Webster Times. He has been dependable and efficient. In fact, he is back in town this weekend and called to see if I wanted him to do the lawn. He had driven by and saw that it needed to be mowed. Thank you Mike. You have a job next summer if you want it.
Am I blessed? You bet I am. Am I going to have to adjust my budget? You bet I am. But gratitude is in my heart for all of the above people and businesses who have service as their highest priority.
Thank you everyone!
Namaste!
Mareda
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