The Summer of Suck Continues….
This summer blew.
It started June 2nd with my youngest getting his tonsils out. Two weeks of miserable hell.
June 13 brought Tropical Storm Alberto to Raleigh and 9 inches of rain, including 3 inches in my family room and playroom. Over $3000 in repairs later, things are getting back to normal, except for the stain on the carpet running through the playroom from a leaky trashbag that no amount of Resolve can get out.
Shortly after the Great Flood of 2006, our 17 year old washing machine died. Sears washer and dryer - $1,500.
The wife got a speeding ticket on the way to the beach.
The minivan needed a bunch of repairs.
Two of our bikes were stolen, but at least this one has a slightly happy ending.
A mysterious window break occurred - $190
I got a ticket for expired tag and inspection on September 11, and that car died later that day. After three weeks in the shop, the technicians threw in the towel.
In what one would think is an upturn, the next day, I bought a car that I’ve had my eye on for months - a four door Jeep Wrangler! I am now officially the coolest dad ever, and it’s amazing the amount of comments I get. The only reason I include this silver lining in my depressing cry of help is….. wait for it….
I got rear ended. Two weeks old and less than 1000 miles.
Things will get better. Oh wait, what’s this pain starting in my chest and running down my arm. It’s probably nothing…..