Brrrisk (1/18-1/20/24)

Bob, Jasper, and I have had a fairly chilly couple of days inside. Much of the country is currently struggling with very cold temperatures outside. We also had a cooler-than-desired inside as well beginning Saturday when we awoke to a furnace that wouldn’t kick in.

Our homeowners had left contact information for the service company, so we let them know what was happening and got the okay to call. This happened on the same day they sent us instructions from their home owners association about preparing for the colder weather to help prevent pipes from bursting. The main instructions were to maintain a temperature of at least 55 degrees in your home, drip pipes, open cabinet drawers, etc.

The service person was very prompt but unfortunately did not carry the gas valve that needed to be replaced. He told Bob he would order it on Monday. That caused some panic on our part, as it seemed to indicate we could be without heat for an indefinite period of time on the main 2 living areas of the house. We were fortunate that the bedrooms on the upper level are on a separate heating system which was still working. We also had one small space heater and a plethora of quilts and blankets.

Long story, short, the main floors were down to 44 F this morning before the service company came with the part. Oh happy day! So now Bob doesn’t have to cook or watch TV dressed as below.

The other upside to this now amusing story is that Jasper finally sat on my lap. It was only about 10 minutes, but since she at most has rubbed up against us, it made me happy.

Also, we had a fun deer sighting in the neighborhood this morning.

Wherever you are, I hope this finds you safe and warm.