My cataract surgery won’t cost anything out of pocket except for the compounded medicated eyedrops that I opted in to receive ($98). WOO HOO!!! My Original Medicare and UHC supplemental plan will cover all costs.
That’s a relief because my vehicle is in for repairs right now (it’s always something, isn’t it?) and since I’m not sure what’s causing it to overheat, it may be more involved than simply replacing the thermostat. I will know more tomorrow. It has always been the thermostat before, but there’s a small leak under the engine that is worrying me some. Cracked hose? Leaking gaskets? Who knows?
I’m crossing my fingers because I’m extremely limited on funds, and replacing the thermostat and having the vehicle winterized will cost $415.68. That’s do-able, but if it turns out to be something more than that, the price could rise, perhaps even skyrocket to a point where I can’t afford to have it repaired, at which time I will become vehicle-less entirely.
Update: The repair will cost $1800, $1K of that just for five hours of labor. It needs a new water pump, timing belt/chain and thermostat. I’m losing my mind. I CANNOT be vehicle-less!!! Please buy some of my books if you plan to give any as gifts for Christmas this year. AI has crippled my writing income — early adopters are trying to use it, which is a huge mistake because it’s crap when it comes to writing like a human soul, so I need to find other ways to get some income in here…
Update to the update: I was just given the name of a reputable mechanic with a five-star rating who will do the work for $850, materials and labor included!! So I have found my new mechanic and will recommend him to anyone in Tacoma and environs who wants a reasonably priced straight shooter!
In Other News…
The six new chicks are three and four weeks old, or thereabout, in various stages of feathering out.They’re staying warm and cozy in the garage in their feeder trough, even though they’re big enough to hop and fly out now very easily. But it’s cool and dark in the garage so they stay inside near the heater.
I’ve prepared a place for them for a couple weeks from now, out in the hen pen, because I won’t be able to lift much after cataract surgery for a while, so I’m prepping everything ahead of time so it will be easy to transfer them when they’re ready.
I guess thats all the news that’s worthwhile to print for now. Carry on with your day!
