Like a Good Neighbor

There are certain days that one feels like the windshield and other days that one feels like the bug. At least that's how it has been said. This was the week to be the bug. First, the basement floods with a back up of the septic system. Then I'm informed that the septic and sewer rider that could have been had for $40 per year and was never offered, is not in my homeowner's policy. Talk about food for flies!

If there was a bright spot to the entire fiasco, it was the service that we received from RestoreX in Freeport. Not only were they professional and efficient, they were courteous and respectful of my family and the situation. The sound of the fans and dehumidifiers was like living in the engine of a 747, but the family room level dried out and they were able to minimize the odor. I have the utmost appreciation for Rob and his co-workers for a job well-done, well almost done... there are still a few things to be finished, but it could have been a great deal worse without their expertise.

Back to the bug's life... our building has been here for 23 years and we've occupied it for the past seven years. A love-hate relationship has developed with Little Cubs Field, which was built across the street from our office. Our parking lot has become a de facto parking spot for those that find it more convenient to walk to the field than using the lot north of the field. When little consideration is given to the property (not to mention the signs posted that vehicles will be towed if parked in the lot) then it was time to take action. This was done much to the chagrin of a certain city official, who may think it is easier to appease the attendees than be concerned for a business owner and explain that said business owner is protecting his business, which he is fully in his rights to do. Liability issues being what they are, we don't need the extra risk.

As the Little Cubs take on the Little Cardinals this afternoon, I am looking forward to a fair and equitable resolution for these issues for the safety of the people who live in the neighborhood and those who are patrons of the parks.