The last 3 1/2 weeks have been a time of frustration and disappointment, but also presented more opportunities to visit with Debbie and Kathy, and their families.
After arriving in Hoover, the washer/dryer combo developed a problem. On Dec. 27, we moved to the Camping World store in Calera, about 2 blocks from Debbie's house. After a diagnosis of the problem, a two week process began with the warranty company ordering two inspections, denying both claims, and then ultimately approving the claim. This process was lengthened due to two long, non-working weekends on their part, and the time it took for many phone calls and emails between Hank and the warranty company. On Jan. 10 , we took the money they allotted for new parts and had a new washer/dryer combo unit installed. The new unit has a slightly larger capacity and is easier to operate.
There were still lots of good times mixed in with the bad times during the wait, including a UA/Miami hockey game, meeting with old friends (Lunch Bunch) for several Fridays, and meals with Kathy and Debbie. Instead of going back to NC from New Year's Eve in Florida, Mike returned to AL and was able to continue to Ky with us for a late Christmas celebration there. Camping World allowed us to stay on their property with hookups at no cost to us. There always seems to be a bright spot on the horizon if we just remember to look.
We finally left Alabama on Jan. 11 and arrived at Grandma's RV Park in Shepherdsville, KY about 20 minutes from the Redle Inn.. The campground is basic in services, with long pull-thru sites, and free WIFI, but certainly is adequate for our needs and is less expensive than the Shepherdsville KOA where we've stayed before. After settling in, we enjoyed a great soup and sandwich dinner with Jan and Joel and started sharing hugs and laughter. Mike will stay at the Redle Inn until we hit the road on Jan. 16.
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