The good news…

…is that the dryer repair is so expensive, we don’t have to have a conversation about whether to replace it.

…is that the contents of our basement are so moldy, our insurance is going to cover everything
…is that I learned today that I can spend most of the day on the phone and with service people and my children won’t tear the house down, and I was competent enough to take notes, pay attention and get the job done
…is that we had just checked out three dora videos from the library, so I had help
…is that we do have the resources to get what we need, even if maintenance and repairs are not our first choice for shopping trips
…is that after a day like today, a night out at sears pricing dryers and dehumidifiers will actually feel like a treat

Thanks Kat, for encouraging me to look on the bright side!