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You'd Think

You'd think that with all this waiting for the phone to ring while I relax in a nice motel room, I'd be sitting here knitting, but I'm in survival mode and haven't had any desire to take up a project. Besides, my knitting bag is back at the house because of all the stuff I have packed out of there, it was low on my list of things to bring.

Today I finally went to the grocery store and bought some TV dinners and made-up salads. It's kind of fun to try these convenience foods because if I was living at home, I never would.

The dinner I heated up this noon was some kind of spicy chicken with rice, and I thought it was going to have capers in it, but it was more Puerto Rican style with plantains as a garnish. They weren't too bad, reminded me of sweet potatoes in texture, but not as flavorful. I don't think I'll buy that one again, but if I accidentally brought it home, it wouldn't be the end of the world.

The salad I had was mixed spring greens with feta cheese, diced apple, sunflower seeds, and some kind of dressing. It tasted better than it looked, but overpriced for what was there.

I called the FEMA hotline today to check the status of my claim. Yesterday's inspector surrendered my case so it's available for a less geographically-challenged inspector to take up. These FEMA inspectors are independent contractors and pay all their own expenses in the field. They don't take weekends off because they get paid by the number of inspections, so want to get as many done as they can. This is good for me, because maybe they will call sooner than later. I think they are busier up here with all the townspeople right here and accessible. The first one I had, the claimants could not access their homes yet due to roads being out, so the inspectors had plenty of time to get things lined up, then they'll have to wait for access.

Here's a quick travel tip:

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posted on Sept 27, 2013 8:20 PM ()

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Hilarious photo!

Glad to know your FEMA case got transferred to a closer inspector. Progress! May the inspection ball get rolling for you faster now....
comment by marta on Oct 5, 2013 11:59 AM ()
Now I have to talk them into sending another inspector because that one lowballed it so much. I have to assemble a bunch of documents that aren't easy to get, and send an appeal, then wait to hear from them. Meanwhile, I'm paying $75 day for a motel room.
reply by troutbend on Oct 5, 2013 11:03 PM ()
That picture!!!! I am sorry about the hassle with FEMA.
comment by kristilyn3 on Oct 2, 2013 1:01 PM ()
I'm sure it's going to keep getting more interesting before things finally settle down to getting things done.
reply by troutbend on Oct 5, 2013 11:01 PM ()
Two steps forward and one step back. It sounds like things are coming together a little bit. I sure don't envy you the trips up and down the ladder carrying everything. All of us here in MyBloggers land are sending you good wishes and hopes for better days ahead, starting with power and roads and a bridge with two ends.
comment by boots586 on Oct 1, 2013 3:49 PM ()
Thanks so much for the good thoughts. I think they are working. The utility company was down there today setting new poles, and they smoothed out the road like I'd hoped in order to get in there. I can't drive on it - too sandy and rocky - but I was grateful they didn't get all prissy and say they couldn't do that work until the road was fixed.
reply by troutbend on Oct 1, 2013 8:47 PM ()
Try the Bertoli frozen meals/soups -- overpriced, but very good. Hope you are not stuck in limbo forever. You're doing great.
comment by tealstar on Sept 28, 2013 6:54 AM ()
I'll see if I can find them at the store. It's a whole new experience buying convenience foods and nothing else. I'm working my way through the list of made-up salads available.
reply by troutbend on Oct 1, 2013 8:49 PM ()
Such good news about the independent contractor set up with FEMA. This
will make them more motivated.
comment by elderjane on Sept 28, 2013 6:32 AM ()
Thank goodness working with FEMA isn't like working with the post office employees.
reply by troutbend on Oct 1, 2013 8:50 PM ()
You are indeed one strong woman!
comment by jondude on Sept 28, 2013 6:15 AM ()
I'm surprised at all the strength I've conjured up from somewhere because I was pretty lazy and layabout all summer.
reply by troutbend on Oct 1, 2013 8:54 PM ()
And here I thought you were showing off!!! You know--frozen dinners--prepared salads--that's how people dress (only usually it isn.t a pillow!!!) at WalMarts!!!!
How much longer do you think you will be at the motel?
comment by greatmartin on Sept 27, 2013 8:32 PM ()
I'm supposed to check out Wednesday morning. By that time, I'll know if power is going to be restored to my house and can proceed accordingly. If yes, I can stay there nights (but will need to hang around town where I can get a phone signal), and if no, I will winterize it, and check back in the motel and look for longer-term housing. What a crappy thought that is - I have no idea how to start on it, but will face it if it I need to.
reply by troutbend on Sept 27, 2013 9:10 PM ()

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