I’m working from home this morning, which would normally be a happy time for me. But today, it’s because I’m waiting for the shit pumper to come and pump out my septic tank. And things have gotten rather dire here, as we’re now into zero-output mode. No flushing, no showers, not even any brushing of the teeth. I really hope we’re the first stop on his route today, because I’ve got a little something saved up that’s getting rather desperate to get out.
In retrospect, I should have recognized the signs of this impending issue and gotten it taken care of sooner. But I’m rather new to the ways of the septic tank, and in six years out here this will be the first time getting it pumped out. Live and learn, I guess.
Even more exciting, it’s taken a turn toward colder weather and it snowed last night, though not all that much. We’re supposed to wind up with 6-12″ when all is said and done tomorrow, but of course you never really know what’ll happen. It’s all about which way the wind blows when it comes to Lake Effect.
Speaking of Lakes, I was said to hear of the passing of Greg Lake at the what seems way too young age of 69. And then of course John Glenn died as well. I guess at 95 that isn’t a huge surprise, but it’s sad anyway. I’ll miss him on Westworld. But he got to ride on the space shuttle at the age of 77, so maybe there’s hope for me to get a ride into orbit before I die. Though I think space tourism will still be something reserved for the ultra-wealthy during my lifetime. Oh well, I can dream – at least until January 20th, at which point all dreams will automatically turn into nightmares.
Not that a plugged up septic tank isn’t a nightmare.
Hope the septic company made it to your house early. Septics do require some maintenance. On the farm, I used to thrown a packet or 2 of yeast down the drain periodically as I recall.
I’m envious of your snow. We’ve had 20 degree temps here but no precip. I’m glad that some bugs are being killed, however. On Sunday we’re supposed to go from 29 to 65, which is good. With 4 doggies I need to get on doodoo duty myself.
I’m in a total state of denial about our current government. I’m hoping something cataclysmic happens to intervene and stop this nightmare. I seem to recall right wing conspiracies that Obama would create martial law and not give up the Presidency. Oh how I wish it were true about now.
Yes, we’re pumped out. Things are running smoothly at the moment.
I use Green Pig every 3 months. It breaks down what can be broken down. Or so they say. Turned out we had a soap clog at the vent, too, which had to be reamed out.
It’s snowing rather hard here at the moment – Lake Effect band set up over my house. It could move away or sit here all day. I’m glad to be working from home today – especially now that I can flush the toilets.
Jim!
PJ, we need a winter photo of the wonderland!
OK, here’s a couple. Not too great, ‘cuz I don’t feel like going out into the cold this morning, and it’s still kinda dark out.
The last photo is especially lovely.
Big surprise: Russia was hacking for Trump. Goldman Sachs and the Kochs are his cabinet alongside his “advisor” Bannon. And, Trump will continue to be the executive producer of the Apprentice which I have always found to be unwatchable. (That last sentence will probably get me deported.)
We have a septic system here, as does everyone. We had ours cleaned out when the toilet started to bubble and splash all on its own. It looked as if there were some heavy breathing monster trying to escape. But the septic systems are a problem because we have our own aquifer and the leaching from the septic tanks is getting to it. As the sea rises there is also fear of salt water intrusion. The town council spends much time discussing above ground systems. I buy bottled water and that’s what dog, cats and I drink.
You could have combined your posts, sp. Trump and bubbling monstrous overflowing septic tank…fitting.