We were rescued by our daughter Mary Frances and her husband Chuck who brought our Grandsons Charlie and Clint. They came bearing burn barrel gifts and cut down one tree that was too close to the store and one sequoya sized red oak that had fallen years ago and was somewhat petrified. It was wonderful to have so many helping hands and of course the hugs, encouraging words and company were priceless. We felt loved and very grateful for all the help.
While Bill and Chuck were moving limbs Mr Houston came calling. He said he was born in 1922. He told them years ago a post office had been straight across the road from the store. He was very friendly and informative.
We had a visit from Michael Bryant who kindly loaned us a prob to help find the septic tank. Unfortunately gravel was poured over the sand out back so the prob kept finding rocks. We appreciated the generous thought anyway. And it was good to see him again.
Tuesday John Shores came and he made short work of the bathroom fixtures and water heater move and installation. He is not just a professional who does excellent work but he is a kind man too. He wouldn't even take money from us until he has completed the kitchen sink install. Again we were blessed. Mr Shores wife is not well and we promised to keep her in our prayers.
Billie Bell stopped by to introduce herself and wish us well. It was good to finally meet her. We look forward to seeing her again.
Mrs. McCoin came calling after she finished helping Mrs. Crutchfield. She promised to be our customer. It is always a happy day to hear someone say they will buy from you even if you haven't opened your doors yet.
On our visit to Paris Bill got information from Stephen on where to buy propane. This was very helpful.
Bill used his new burn barrell once before we had to leave. I think he just had to give it a try. He also helped me roll a big stump from the redwood Chuck chopped onto the porch to be used in the store later.
We covered the front of the cabinet that faces the front door with chicken wire and moved the other cabinet to the U shape we think will best serve our needs. It was difficult to remove the old contact paper, scrub shelves and drawers, remove old formica top and sand and paint but the work was very rewarding. Everytime we looked outside at Chucks chainsaw cleared sunshine view and everytime we looked inside the restroom at the bright white fixtures which function as well as they look we got encouraged.
