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Many new cars now don't even come with spares. Now, that really sucks as a DIY'er....
Many new cars now don't even come with spares. Now, that really sucks as a DIY'er....
I would like to get my hands on the brainiac who decided putting the spare under the floor of the trunk is better than end-on at the side. Every time we go somewhere I fear we'll have a flat with the trunk completely stuffed with stuff. Fortunately, no flat. Sure hope it stays that way!...My other pet peeve with tires are the ones that are stored underneath the car. Really? Try living on a dirt road and remove that if you haven't dropped it every few months to clean it and lubricate the cables, etc.
Thank you, you are a dear person. Just remember to take time for yourself, even if it's for a hour wander through the mall or a couple hours in the library. Take yourself out for lunch and do not be afraid to look/ask for help. You are a star in your Mother's life and an inspiration in mine.
I had no idea!
Excuse me, I have to run out to my car for a second. . .
What really surprise me was on Thursday, every seat in that room is taken. There isn't always enough regular staff to do all the chores that are needed at lunch time. That is when everyone leaves their offices and comes out to help pass out the plates, cut up the patients food, or any other needed service. Social workers, Dieticians, etc. They all pitch in. And there are three such locations through out in this organization to care for our elderly.
Addie, when Mom was first in rehab for the aneurysm I was there from 8am to 6pm 7 days a week, helping her eat, helping her CNA give her a bath, making sure she stayed dry and clean. There were 2 days that I went in the afternoon instead because I had to pay bills and run other errands each month. As she got further along in her rehab, I was able to leave after lunch most days and even go after lunch and just eat supper with her. At all 3 meals, I would see every single per who worked there was helping out with patients who needed help - even the director herself!
Thanks for the hug. I have no idea to which school those industrial designers/engineers went, but go on a 3000-mile road trip in remote terrain and then see how practical it is to have the spare stuffed up where and last only how many miles? REALLY???? Oh, not to mention the flat tire's lug nuts are so frigging tight you need to carry an extra piece of 2-ft, 1-inch pipe (that rattles and clanks every time you cross the railroad tracks) and a gorilla to pounce on it to loosen them. Good luck with finding a motel/hotel room that allows a gorilla, even a sort-of small one. It is hard enough to find places to stay in the back of beyond that allow a small dog, never mind the gorilla you bring along to help change a flat tire.That really sucks, CW. As bad as it all was, I suppose it could have been worse...four new tires, your Dad didn't fix supper, etc... Still, you need a (hug).
I would like to get my hands on the brainiac who decided putting the spare under the floor of the trunk is better than end-on at the side. Every time we go somewhere I fear we'll have a flat with the trunk completely stuffed with stuff. Fortunately, no flat. Sure hope it stays that way!
Frig, it gets better. I guess if you don't get the donut tire, you won't need the gorilla to help change it.I had no idea!
Excuse me, I have to run out to my car for a second. . .
I do that with my Volvo but it is behind the passenger's seat--never have anyone in the backseat (maybe that''s where I could teach the gorilla to ride). Screw that donut tire. It is still there, I think, just in case.Since I've owned my car I had to change out a flat twice on the side of the road, at night. I drive an old Honda Cr-V with a full spare tire mounted exterior on the tail gate. I love that.
Yup, it is what they do. They, like Princess does, dedicate themselves to caring for the elderly. A lot of time a thankless job. My medical plan is all inclusive. Meaning it is Part D of Medicare. The only difference is that I live in my own home, but should I need anything, I have it. I am presently in the midst of my six month checkup. That means the folks from each department come to my home to see how I am doing. If I should need any help, it is here within hours. They have aides that are in the building 24 hours a day. They make sure that patients of theirs that live here get this meds taken on time, get up out of bed, fed breakfast, washed and dressed and ready for day care. The van comes and brings them to the center. Fortunately, I don't need the services of the aides yet.
I don't need all of their services. But if the day comes when and if I do, I know that they will take care of me. Every six month the folks from OT, PT, Social worker and the dietician come to my home to make sure I can do all the things I say I can. Can I get in and out of the tub safely, can I use the stove and prepare my meals safely, do I have any needs that I want, but do not presently have. There are times when I feel they are too invasive into my life. But I am grateful for their presence. And so are my kids. And I did ask for a stool, not the bench they gave me 10 years ago for the tub. Standing in the shower creates a lot of pain in my legs. So I sit down on the edge of the tub for a few minutes. That was yesterday I asked for the stool, it will be here today at 2 p.m. No questions asked.
That is so good to hear, Addie. We're thinking about having our bathroom remodeled so that we can get one of those tubs that have the door that opens and such. Mom still has such a hard time getting in and out o the tub that she washes up using the sink in the bathroom. I also am having a hard time getting in and out of the tub to shower but not as hard as mom.
I would like to get my hands on the brainiac who decided putting the spare under the floor of the trunk is better than end-on at the side. Every time we go somewhere I fear we'll have a flat with the trunk completely stuffed with stuff. Fortunately, no flat. Sure hope it stays that way!