Fountain of Plenty

I have two days till I leave to Vegas and I expect things to go askew.  Today while I am jumping in Thadd's car to put gas in it, Brett screams over the walkie-talkie, "THE POND HAS A LEAK!!"  I jump out of the car and run to the pond.  Thadd comes running out of the house where he was called via the walkie-talkie.  Everyone stands around the pond and at the back corner we see a pipe fitting had slipped and water is shooting up in a glorious fountain.  For a moment I imagine I am already in Vegas witnessing the glorious fountains that welcome visitors from around the globe.  A light show coordinates with the water creating a synchronized water and light display mesmerizing even the most staunch critic.  I return to reality where a loose pipe is spewing water five feet into the sky.  My husband rushes over and shuts off all water to the pond.

Relieved, I remember the car is still idling.  The only problem with the idling car is the "0" associated with miles left it can travel.  I jump in the car and drive four miles to the closest gas station.  I press the gas when necessary and I coast most of the way.  At the stop sign across from the gas station the car sounds like it is about to turn off.  I press the gas and hope it will make it the 100 ft separating us from gastopia.  We made it!!

At home, I turned the warming lights on for the kitties outside.  Thadd says, "When you aren't here the kitties don't get warming lights!"  I almost started crying!  Why would he say that to me?  The temperature is supposed to drop down below freezing and the kitties need their warming lights!!!!! UGH!

Today I packed for the trip.  I will be there Tuesday-Sunday and I fit all of my clothing, products and shoes in a single carry-on.  I also have additional space for bringing home treats.  Yes, it is an APPROVED carry-on.  I'm just not sure I have room for the million dollars I plan to win at the blackjack table.  Can they wire that to me?

I am thankful for the magical gas in my gas tank that helped me to arrive at the gas station.(Day40)  Have a wonderful day tomorrow, Goodnight Friends.