Going Through Life One Post at a Time
Chapman Heating and Cooling was here at 7:50 am for install of the new, high-efficiency HVAC system.
They finished about 2 pm.
As part of the install, they added an air return in our basement and rerouted the flue. Also, they mounted the compressor on the foundation wall.
Now, we get to see what sort of difference the new system makes on our electric bill.
Over Memorial Day weekend, our air conditioner stopped working. Fortunately, it was mostly just really humid, so it was not a huge deal to not have it working. As it turns out, the fan motor was out, and that part could be replaced. However, our HVAC unit as a whole was 21 years old and original to our house. We discussed replacement of the unit versus fixing the fan motor.
After working with Chapman Heating and Cooling, the company that has been servicing our HVAC since we lived in our old house, we decided to go with replacement. We received a low-interest loan from the City of Columbia (1% interest over three years), and Chapman installed a temporary fan motor so we would have air conditioning until the day of install. Well, tomorrow is the day. Goodbye to our tired, inefficient HVAC. You did your job, but after 21 years, you need rest.
Whenever Andy stretches before a ride, Jim must stretch too.
I mounted the plaque on Laura’s Eagle Scout project today.
The plaque will probably be moved as EMS Education is going to paint and wrap the ambulance trainer, but, for now, it looks great above the side door!
Happy Father’s Day to the man who decided after nine years of marriage that maybe having kids wouldn’t be so bad after all, and I think we have raised two, pretty cool humans together. We love you to the moon and back and then some, Andy!
Today was the culmination of Laura’s Scout journey – her Eagle Court of Honor.
When her journey began, she was uncertain. Was this the right step? She didn’t know. Then, so many great leaders stepped in and, before long, she was climbing the mountain.
There were many who supported her along the way. Matt Pigg – You saw the Eagle in her early on and you were diligent in your support. Amanda Fues – You are a great role model for her, and you have shown her how rewarding it can be to be a strong, female, adult leader. Mike Odette – You have continually challenged her and for that we are grateful. To the rest of the BSA Troop 523 and BSA Troop 706 leaders – We cannot say thank you enough.
I cried today because this was a long journey, and there were stumbles along the way. It takes dedication and hard work. When she was down, she picked herself up and kept going. To my amazing daughter, I love you to the moon and back. I am in awe of you. Words cannot express how proud I am. Congratulations, Red. You did it!
