#BlogLife754 - I turned it on, nothing happened, Plumber needed?

Yesterday all was fine, I used the taps and the water was pouring out as usual.

Then last night I turned it on and barely a trickle came out. I tried both taps and it was the same and I wondered if the boiler had broken again.

It was too late to call a Plumber so I hoped that maybe it was Thames doing maintenance or there was some sort of late night road works going on.

They didn't mention it, although the door did buzz, I was just too sleepy and figured it was the neighbours anyway.

Maybe they just called to say, don't worry, it's only temporary, as this morning, thankfully, I nervously tried the taps and it worked flawlessly.

I have to admit, I didn't sleep that well, due to the ongoing stresses.

I'm so glad the temperature has dropped and it feels like winter again :)

I can use the blankie all the time now. I don't think I used the fan yesterday, maybe briefly.

I'm waiting for Iceland to deliver the groceries. I didn't get the morning slot boo.

But that also mean't at 8.30am when I woke up, I could go back to sleep and I did actually and re-woke at 10ish.

I tried to pay a bill but as usual no-one is available. I think possibly Monday, me, Mama and her friend are going for pedicures and massages.

She hasn't booked yet and I warned her that this side, the weather is rainy so wrap up well.

Prior to that I'll pick up veggy pakoras for us and gulabs or ladoo dessert for me as she doesn't like that.

I know it seems boring, the same thing every time, but we don't travel that way often, every few months and we both enjoy it, so that's why it's our treat routine :)

Then maybe we'll all go to lunch. As I sometimes don't have an appetite that early, maybe I'll try a hot pudding instead..

This time I can guarantee there will be no damsel in distress moments or hot totty rescues!

#BlogLife237 - It's the plumber...

There are song lyrics akin to the title which always cracks me up. I did manage to nap at lunchtime as one minute I was watching Whose Line and the next my head was on my hands and I was curled up.

I looked at my phone as I forgot to stick it on the charger and there were 2 calls. The smartphone seems to block everything. I googled the number and found it was the plumbing company.

I called them back and they were quite jovial and didn't get mad that they were trying me all morning. I sheepishly admitted that I was napping and they burst out laughing.

I couldn't help but giggle and apologise. After sending them the broken toilet pictures last night, which I think is a smart idea so they know what equipment to bring and can see the damage beforehand.

Instead of coming, blindly assessing and saying Madam, we'll be in touch in a week with the new parts.. They just asked if I was home today and said if so, there's a 3-5pm appointment for you.

I thought/said wow that was quick. The other company would have taken a few days to respond. Now it's just past 3pm and I'm really hungry but I don't want to munch yet.

They didn't seem worried about the job and said it would be resolved today. I didn't ask how long it would take but I'll just wait.

My stomach's rumbling and I still feel groggy but glad I called them back. I should move things out of the way..

I admit, just between you and me, I wasn't dressed properly, was in my nightwear so I quickly changed ha.

I'll let you know how it goes later. Okay that was weird. He arrived about 4.30pm took more pictures and left.

Why would he have not be shown the same pictures I sent off? Is he returning? He said he was going to get what he needed but I don't know if that's from the car or somewhere else.

Maybe it won't be repaired today. Men seem very illogical and confusing. It's 4.42pm so I guess he has gone on another job or for supplies.

I really should have asked. I'm so famished. 4.51pm he came back, fixed it and by 4.59 he was done. I was surprised, thought something else might happen or be needed.

I can breathe and go eat finally :) My beef noodles were mad at me for being neglected.

Oh forgot to mention, I don't pay for repairs, it's covered but even the time I was billed. I argued my case and although they were adamant I would be sent an invoice, nothing ever appeared.

I just told them, I wasn't responsible and luckily the second lady I spoke to was really sweet and sympathetic. I think she advocated for me as I was really stressed and fretting about this expense. I appreciated that :)