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Just One of Those Weeks!!

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Just one of those weeks and when it rains it sure does pour!!

The week actually started out with Memorial Day, a parade and family barbecue. All good things for sure.

Tuesday Afternoon:

Memorial Day Fun Times!!

But Tuesday brought me back to reality and with it craziness from start to finish.

Catching up with blogging needs was how I started. At some point got Emma to school during a full blown rain storm (yes more rain-god help us).

Pick up for her, found us running to the car to try to evade as much of the rain as possible. I opened the car door to get her into her booster seat. She wouldn’t climb in, but needed to be lifted, because the step up was wet from the rain telling me, “No mommy, it is wet and I am not getting my leggings wet!”

So now because of this turn of events, my whole body is shoved in the car as much as I could to help her in and then also to buckle her into the car.

Only just as I am buckling her in the car, I hear a loud crunching noise and ask Emma, “What was that?”

I quickly realize it was the car next to me pulling out and having not looked back managed to hit into Emma’s open car door.

Seriously The Damage Was Minor, But Still It Needed to Be Fixed!
Seriously The Damage Was Minor, But Still It Needed to Be Fixed!

Thankfully no one was hurt and just damage to the flair on that car door. The other driver had a few small dings in her driver’s side rear door.

Immediately, she took blame and felt terrible, because she was visibly nervous. We exchanged proper ids  and insurance. I tried my best to calm her, while I felt terrible that poor Emma was not going to be able to go on her play date now.

Once we took off and told, Emma this. She turned to me and said, “That’s ok Mommy!” Seriously when did she turn into a little girl and not a screaming toddler! Just happened overnight it feels like.

But I digress, we get home and my dad runs out into the pouring rain (I love my dad) and accesses the damage. He thinks he may be able to fix it tomorrow when the rain clears (my dad worked for GM Car Dealerships all my life growing up).

After this I call, the other driver to give her a heads up and she is willing to pay out of pocket, if this is the case.

Did I mention she taught my sister-in-law in school and daughter went to school with my other sister-in-law? Yes, totally small world, but then again our town is truly that small indeed.

All is well that ends well??

Tuesday Evening:

Not so, because an hour later it sounds as though someone is taking a shower in our part of the house. Only no one is.

So how can this be?

We ended up having a huge leak that traveled from the garage, to the kitchen and into the bathroom, which then was heading into the kids’ room.

And this wasn’t a small leak either. We are talking water gushing everywhere. (I didn’t take a picture of the mess, because I just wanted to clean it up as quickly as possible!!)

My brother and dad (Kevin was still at work) ascertained that one of the flex coils ruptured. Off to Ace Hardware, my dad went to replace it and when they finally fixed it, then it was time to clean up the “Water World” mess we had on our hands!!

Once, I was done with that, I still had to finish up filing out an application and print/copy all appropriate documentation to help us receive an extra $20,000 to possibly purchase or close on our first home in the future.

Here Is The Envelope Ready To Be Mailed That Cost Over $11, Because It Weighed So Much!!

And that was just Tuesday!!

Wednesday:

Seriously, the next brought my dad trying to fix the damage on my car, only to realize it was more extensive then it appeared in the pouring rain the night before with riveting needing to be done.

So back to the drawing board and insurance needed to be contacted after all.

I called my insurance company and got set up at the local body shop in the next hour believe it or not, but was unable to contact the other driver, because her cell was turned off, had a full voicemail box and kept hanging up on me (Turns out her other daughter was ill and she was helping to take care of her).

The Rental Car Paperwork That The Insurance Gladly Paid For, While My Car Was in the Body Shop!

My dad offered to come with me to the bodyshop and drove. During the ride, I noticed he was acting strange and even had run a red light (my dad has always been an excellent driver, so this definitely unnerved me).

When we got to the body shop and we were finally talking face-to-face, I noticed my dad’s left side of his face was drooping and he was slurring his words.

My first thought was a stroke, because he has smoked all his life and yes my imagination/fears were running amok!

Long story short, this actually had started earlier in the morning, but my mom and dad didn’t want to upset me.

Thankfully it wasn’t a stroke, but was Bell’s Palsy, which is a virus and apparently brought on by him working his shift at the local Lowe’s greeting at the door and getting a draft earlier in the week, when it was freezing, windy and raining.

So scary though and trust me just was a mess until we knew for sure.

Thursday: 

Things seemingly went a bit better on Thursday with the other driver’s insurance putting me in the clear and cutting me a check for the damage to be put in the next day’s mail.

Friday:

However, Friday morning my dad (who just cannot seem to catch a break) had his own fender bender trying to avoid a car who had just pulled in front of him. Again thankfully no one hurt, but seriously it really is just the icing on the cake I suppose.

I finally did get my car back all fixed and my dad god bless his soul even came with me to pick it up.  The man is exhausted, still not feeling well, but still wouldn’t let me go it alone.

But May is just about over, it is now 90 degrees here today (the 45, raining, chilly weather is no where in sight anymore).  Now next week and let’s hope that June is a better month now!!

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Janine is a published author of the books, The Mother of All Meltdowns and Only Trollops Shave Above the Knee. She has been featured on The Huffington Post, Mamapedia, Today Parenting Team and SheKnows. She also runs her own graphic design company at J9 Designs.

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  1. massholemommy says

    Oh man, car accidents are NO fun – whether it's your fault or not, there is a mountain of paperwork and it's such a mess of phone calls and repair shops. Thankfully the damage to your car was fairly minor, though. It definitely could have been a lot worse.
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    • Janine Huldie says

      I know Robin. Trust me, my first thought was this is going to be a pain in the butt with the phone calls and paperwork. And I so didn't need anymore paperwork last week. But also agree that thankfully it could have been so much worse and just happy it wasn't!!

  2. MelChi says

    Jee whiz, sounds like you've had your share of bad stuff happening in one week! Here's wishing you a MUCH better one! And yay for warmer weather for you. Brrrr! 😉

    • Janine Huldie says

      Melanie, it really just was one thing after another last week. So far knock on wood this one has been a bit more quiet, but still it seems it is all or nothing. And yes I am not going to lie that I am happy for warmer weather, but do know you are experiencing the opposite now.

  4. Karen says

    Dear God woman, what a tough week (((HUGS))). Thank goodness Emma handled not having a play date well…it's weird then they start to mature before we are ready. Your poor dad, was he just diagnosed with Bells Palsy? Okay I am telepathically sending over TONS of chocolate and wine…

    • Janine Huldie says

      Oh thanks for the Hugs, Karen. I truly appreciate them more then you know. I was truly shocked how well Emma handled not being able to go on her scheduled playdate. She really is maturing and growing up right before my very own eyes and am sure you can relate from Dino, too! And my dad was told Bell's Palsy by the doctor, but still going for a Cat Scan to rule anything out just to be safe.So scary and thank for the chocolate and wine, too 🙂

    • Janine Huldie says

      Thanks Bill and I was just happy that I had been ahead a few days with my writing, because seriously it has been nonstop here since last week now. And just would settle for some quiet time even for a half hour now!!

  6. Kelly says

    Janine you poor thing…it was a rough week last week! As soon as you described the droop on your dads face I knew it was Bells! Everyone always freaks and thinks stroke. I would too btw but I was relieved to hear it checked out as BP!!

    I just know your days will all be on the UP now!

    • Janine Huldie says

      Thank you so much Kelly for your kind words and I too really thought stroke and never had any real experience with Bell's Palsy. He still getting a Cat Scan to confirm, but his vitals and reflexes from his doctor all but confirmed. But still say an extra prayer for him. And seriously THANK YOU!! 🙂

  9. findingninee says

    Wow, Janine! What a terrible, awful week you had! I'm so relieved that you and Emma weren't hurt from the door being run into. I always think about that happening when I am in a parking lot loading Tucker into the car and worry that my hanging-out leg will get smashed or something! (morbid, I know)
    What a relief that your dad has Bell's Palsy – my friend had it years ago and while it is so very scary, I guess it's one of those things that just goes away – I'll be thinking of him and wishing for a speedy recovery!
    And the leak? We've had similar situations a few times here – no fun. I sure hope the next month is better!
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    • Janine Huldie says

      Kristi, I do think about about stuff like this too every so often, but just so thankful it was the molding on the door and not Emma or myself. As for the leak, we scrubbed the floors about three times and finally it seems like the after effects are dissipating, so thank god for that, too. And thank you for the good thoughts about my dad also, because he needs all that he can get right now. He is going today for a Cat Scan (doctor is just being on the safe side).

  10. tiffani says

    WOW! You had a seriously crazy week. So glad everyone was ok during the small fender bender. You Dad sounds like a wonderful fixer upper man, love that! That Bell's Palsy can take months to get better so he better slow down a bit to help himself heal.

    P.S. I changed my RSS feed as you suggested and it totally worked for the bloglovin but it put my full feed in my emails. I don't like to do that because then people don't have a reason to click through to my site if they can read my whole post on their email, plus I have read this can cause security issues. As a result I changed it right back this morning, so I guess no pics on bloglovin. Thanks for solving the mystery! xoxo

    • Janine Huldie says

      Thanks so much Tiffani and we keep having to tell him to take it easy, because my dad is so not used to that, but you are so right from all the doctor told them and even what I read online. And I was so happy to help with the BlogLovin pictures mystery. I left mine for now, but will see if overall it does anything to my stats and figure it from there I suppose. xoxo 🙂

  11. Michelle Liew says

    Hope that next week would mean a better one, Janine! Been having one of those, too! Thanks for sharing and glad that dad is supportive!

    • Janine Huldie says

      Elena, I am truly so sorry to hear that you are fighting breast cancer and I know I probably have no right to complain, because I do very much have my own health, but I have been on pins and needles now worrying about my father's health. As I write this, he is a a neurological specialist getting a CAT Scan to confirm that he does have Bell's Palsy and did not have a stroke. But, I will most definitely keep you in my thoughts and prayers now, too.

  15. @AMomBlogs says

    That is crazy, I am glad no one was hurt. It always seems like the week you plan to relax is the week you end up most stressed out, at least that is what happens to me. We just replaced the pool pump and now the piping is leaking, there is always something to repair and it usually cost more than I anticipate.
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  17. NuggetOnABudget says

    Oh my goodness girl! That definitely IS a week from hell. I'm so sorry that all of that had to fall upon you at the same time, especially as you're trying to do all the other daily things you need to get done. I hope the weekend treated you better and that this week is starting off on the right foot. If I lived closer I would have treated you to lunch or an ice cream date!! xoxo
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    • Janine Huldie says

      Kera, thank you and cannot say that enough for that awesome over and that actually sounded like heaven and honestly wished you did live closer, because I would have loved to go out with you for ice cream. Seriously it was so crazy and just couldn't believe all that happened in one week's time and just so glad that is behind me now!!

  19. spiritedlife says

    I'm so sorry. That's a crazy week. You deserve a real break!
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  20. Lanaya says

    Holy hell … I'm exhausted reading all that. I literally almost lost it when I thought your dad was having a stroke! Jesus. Screw that week. Let's hope that becomes a very distant, buried memory.
    And I hope your dad is doing much better. Christ … I'm all in a tizzy over here!

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    • Janine Huldie says

      Thanks seriously Lanaya for your concerns. Trust me it was just a bad week from start to finish, but I assume it still somehow could have been worse, but truly don't want to know how to be honest. And my dad was the one thing that really unnerved and unhinged me out of it all. Thank you also for asking. He is doing a bit better, but they decided to do an MRI not a CAT Scan and he goes on Thursday. So, I will keep you posted on that for sure. xoxo!!

  22. Janine Huldie says

    Oh I felt for you so much with the suicidal fish when I read your post and seriously that really would have scared me. I had one of our recent fish literally get stuck to the filter and his fins were disintegrating and this all happened in about 20 minutes time. So, I am truly done with fish I think for the time being, although Kevin keeps saying he wants to get another one for the girls, but I truly hope not. As for my dad, he seems to be improving, but they still want to do an MRI on Thursday to rule on a stroke for sure. So, I am just trying to stay positive and hope for the best now. Thanks Melissa for asking.

  23. Ruchira says

    Well I am glad your dad came to your rescue, Janine.

    All's well when it ends well. Your daughter was adorable when she did not fuss over her play date 🙂

    Voted for ya!

    • Janine Huldie says

      I tried my best with all the photos. I just couldn't get a photo of the actual car damage, because it was pouring raining when it happened and wasn't taking a picture of that damn leak, because I was too busy cleaning it up. But tried with the rest and glad that helped paint a bit of a picture. And yes I am so glad May is behind us, too!! Thanks as always Stephanie!! 🙂

  26. ourhomeonderanged says

    Good grief! Why does it always seem to work that way? You have "boring" weeks for a month, and then suddenly everything breaks, people get sick, a check gets lost in the mail. Sheesh. Glad to hear things are getting better, and really glad that they've already identified what's troubling your dad. And good luck on the assistance with home financing!

  30. One TIPsy Chick says

    Wow, I'm so sorry! I'm glad things are heading back to normal and I'm glad your dad is ok. This put my crazy week (or so I thought) in perspective. Wishing you more, less eventful days ahead.

    • Janine Huldie says

      Thank you so much seriously and trust me I know everyone has there days and sorry you too had a bit of a rough patch, too. I honestly was just shocked at how much happened over only the course of a few days here. Just crazy and totally wishing some great days ahead, too!! 🙂

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