Tuesday, October 4, 2011

A light at the end of the tunnel

At 7:00 this morning Emma and I were off for her first outs so she could attend to business.  When we returned to the rig, it was my turn to do the same.  Smile  Wouldn’t you know it, but while I was sitting contemplating the universe there was a knock at my door.  I got up as quickly as I could and made it to the door just as she was leaving.  It was the lady from the office, and she had rushed right over to let me know that she had just gotten off of the phone with the extended warranty people, and they had finally said YES to full coverage of the repairs!  (except for my $100 deductible)  Hip Hip Hoorah!!

Remember that they had also paid for two $700 tow jobs (through Coach Net), and will be putting out about $5000 for this brake job.  I just needed a whole lot of patience to get to this point.  That policy had already paid for itself before this unfortunate occurrence, so I’m really happy I have it.  (Even though it was a struggle)

In an optimistic moment yesterday, I had Austgen order the mother board in case XtraRide said yes.  It will take three or so days to get here, so maybe, just maybe, I’ll be back on the road by this weekend.  I sure hope so. 

With a little extra time on my hands lately, I decided to answer a Workamper News add the other day, and will be applying for a camp hosting assignment in the mountains of Colorado for next summer. 

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Getting a picture of myself and my rig was on my docket today after I calmed down from the good news.  I need to include a picture with my application.  Robyn and I were able to meet for lunch today, so I enlisted her to take the pic.  The lighting wasn’t very good, but it will have to do.  Well, that’s about all the news for today from this neck of the pavement.  I’m pretty sure I’ll sleep better tonight.

Thanks for stopping by… talk to you later,  Judy

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41 comments:

  1. Jim and SandieOctober 4, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    How exciting. Celebrate hardy tonight. You deserve it. And then get out of there.

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  2. UnknownOctober 4, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    Hip hip hooray! So glad they finally came through for you!

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  3. Carol KOctober 4, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    Whew, that is a long tunnel that you've been going through. Not having to come up with the money, except for the $100, is good news indeed!

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  4. Along the Way with JnKOctober 4, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    Hip hip hooray...hip hip hooray! Funny how some news is good news even though it should have already been old news by now!

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  5. Luci & LoreeOctober 4, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    THAT is really good news Judy, what a weight off! Travel safe now.

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  6. MerikayOctober 4, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    YEAH! As awful as this has been, it could have been worse if they didn't pay.

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  7. Kenny And Angela's AdventureOctober 4, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    That is good news. Nice picture of you Emma and the rig.

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  8. FD5, RetiredOctober 4, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    Great news, hate it has taken so long for you to get it.

    Stay Safe

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  9. Weldon and SandyOctober 4, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    Good news Judy!! I know you have that burden off your mind now and things will be looking up for you.

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  10. RuthOctober 4, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    Yahoo!!!!!!What great news. You have been so patient. Don't know how you did it, I would have been a basket case by now.

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  11. Laurie and OdelOctober 4, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    Great news! You must be feeling pretty happy tonight. And thanks for posting the photo of you, Emma and your rig... fun for us readers.

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  12. GypsyOctober 4, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    I almost couldn't believe how patient you have been, but being virtuous has its rewards, well, some of the time! So glad your ordeal has an end in sight.

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  13. KimbopoloOctober 4, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    Yay! Chalk one up for the good guys!

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  14. VeraOctober 4, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    Finally good News. Hopefully all goes well from now on.

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  15. Carole October 4, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    Aaahhh! Sweet Success! Congratulations!

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  16. Linda MyersOctober 4, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    Good news!

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  17. AnonymousOctober 4, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    Glad to hear the good news, even if it came when you were "contemplating the universe". Maybe there is some mystical connection there? ;c)

    Nice "family picture" of you, Emma and the Adventurer.

    Paul & Marti (Blogger is fighting comments again)

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  18. Kevin ReadOctober 4, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    Well that is a bit of good news, but I'll hold off on the celebration until the problem is actually fixed. Keep us updated!
    www.travelwithkevinandruth.com

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  19. Texas Yellow RoseOctober 4, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    Yay! It's about time you get a glimpse of that light down that tunnel! Wow, that's a nice rig and big, too! Sometimes I look at ours all hitched up and think, "Gee, I drive that thing???" Teehee! Happy for you!

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  20. Donna KOctober 4, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    Wonderful news! Sure hope you are on the road soon.

    My goodness that rig sure looks big with you standing beside it. I guess if you can drive the first few feet of it, the rest just comes along behind.

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  21. TravelingLongdogsOctober 4, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    Whoo Hoo! Wonderful news for you finally. I know you are ready to roll out of there almost anyplace else. Here's hoping the motherboard arrives promptly and you can head out soon.

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  22. Alan and Marilyn McMillanOctober 4, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    ON THE ROAD AGAIN, KNOW YOU JUST CAN'T WAIT TO GET ON THE ROAD AGAIN -- YIPPEE!!

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  23. RickOctober 4, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    Great news, Judy. Patience is a virtue and you've shown lots of it.

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  24. Chuck and Anneke's RV travelsOctober 4, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    Glad he insurance paid up. That must be some motherboard for 5K!!

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  25. Sue and DougOctober 4, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    that is great news Judy!..good for you for standing your ground!!!!

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  26. what'supwithsusanandcompanyOctober 4, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    Yea!!! The end of the tunnel!!!! Hang in there Judy.

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  27. hobopalsOctober 4, 2011 at 11:08 PM

    Great news, Judy!!! Sounds like you made a wise choice regarding your insurance coverage. Won't it be fun to get on the road, again.

    Wishing you luck with your hosting job. Be sure to let us know where it is--if I ever get to go west, again, I'll stop so that we can meet. Pats to Emma.

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  28. Al BossenceOctober 5, 2011 at 4:05 AM

    Anything I could say would only be repetitive:))

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  29. Sam&Donna WeibelOctober 5, 2011 at 5:53 AM

    Yep Al is right,only other thing I can think of is something I have known for years, GOOD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE.Be safe out there, Don't know where you will be going from Indiana, but your still welcome to stop at the Ranch. Sam & Donna.

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  30. ErinOctober 5, 2011 at 6:34 AM

    Hip, hip hooray is right! Insurance premiums are a bitter pill to swallow, but it's sure great to have it when in need. Too bad the company had to take a while, but at least they made the right decision.

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  31. pidgeOctober 5, 2011 at 6:39 AM

    Glad to see that your troubles will soon be over. I like the picture of you and the rig. Sure makes you look tiny, not that your all that big, it's just that the MH is so big.

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  32. Karen and AlOctober 5, 2011 at 7:05 AM

    Great news!!!

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  33. Dennis and DonnaOctober 5, 2011 at 7:35 AM

    "Zippidy Do Da!"...Zowie and woohooey louey! I love Colorado....I visualize Judy, Emma and that fabulous rig pulling out of Indiana this weekend..Keeping fingers crossed!!!

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  34. Catherine, Jo Beth and GraceOctober 5, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    Good news- fingers crossed. I think the picture looks great.

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  35. Janna and MikeOctober 5, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    That's very good news--I will think positive thoughts! Work camping for you??? Instead of volunteering??

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  36. HappytrailsOctober 5, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    GREAT NEWS!!!! Hip Hip Hooray. We are so happy for you.

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  37. KathyOctober 5, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Yay! Go toward the light!

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  38. Donna McNicolOctober 5, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    FINALLY!!! So happy it was approved and you can see the light at the end of the tunnel (and it's NOT a train...LOL!)

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  39. AnonymousOctober 5, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    Still more patience required but it should be a little easier to wait knowing all will be well soon. Amd we KNOW that, right?!

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  40. SunnyOctober 6, 2011 at 6:56 AM

    So glad to hear your good news! Hopefully they can get the brakes fixed soon now. I also got good news... my tires are on and I will be leaving today. Yahoo!

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  41. Margie and RogerOctober 6, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    Oh that was such wonderful news! Now...what can you spend your money on that you saved!

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