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I bought a 32 gallon trash can from Wallyworld for $15.00, that has wheels. I talked to Bob and Penny's husband, who is a plumber. They both agreed that if the water line wasn't completely severed, then I would be able to fill up the trash can. Which I have. This gives me water to wash dishes and mop the floor, and flush the toilet. I can even use it to wash with. The one thing I won't do is drink it. I will go buy a gallon of water for that. So I won't have to stay at my sister's house and I will talk to best friend about using her shower. It's a lot closer then the sister's house and it would be a lot more convenient for everyone concerned.

The next time I fill it, (and I only filled it a little over half way, my sister was right, water is really heavy) I will do so in the backyard. I was unable to lift it over the door jam to get in in the house. So, the neighbors can see me dipping water out, and city rules say no trash can in front. I have no idea when the water line will be fixed. Or how much it will cost.

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My brother-in-law's friend sent a guy over, Antony. He came over with his son, and the son dug up the leak. Yes, it's about where the water was coming out in the driveway. Yes, it is galvanized pipe and it all has to be replaced. Yes, the stupid tree my brother planted over the sewer line is also over the water line. So, they will have to jog around it. That will add to the cost. I noticed that no mention of a permit was made. Oh well, the stuff I looked at on the net said most cities, not all would want one.

He went and looked at how much it would cost for the supplies, then he called me up with a quote. It's only $600.00! But, it means I'm getting PVC pipe. How long does that last?

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I let Goosie and Jilly out when I came home today. Jilly has come back and is in the bedroom. Goosie has not. She has never stay away this late. Usually she is hanging out on top,of the swamp cooler. I have looked for her in the backyard three times now, no luck. I have walked around to the next street and looked for her. Nothing. I'm really afraid she's dead. She better come back. I love her.