History

The Phoenix Flower Shops are now history in Josie's working career. Her final day was yesterday and it was kind of sad leaving a place that has been part of your life for the last ten years, At least during the winter seasons of those years. There was a farewell cake brought in for the occasion and the manager said to give her a call if, for any reason, the new job doesn't work for her. Monday begins Chapter 2 at Cactus Flower Florist and we're hoping that this experience goes well.

I took our 2015 Escape in for scheduled service yesterday. Part of the plan was to eliminate the aftermarket alarm system that was in the vehicle when we purchased it a couple years ago. It turns out that the alarm system is a Code Alarm product that was probably installed by one of the Larry Miller dealerships. My Ford dealer said he could uninstall it for $150. No way. There are also transmitters that are missing which would help us in programming the system. Evidently, they got lost or the previous owner neglected to pass them on. At any rate, I did research on the internet and found a way - I think - to disarm the system without the transmitters. I will wait for the proper time to attempt that task when my neighbors are gone for the day or out and about so that any panic alarm sounds won't bother anybody if there is a problem. That should be an interesting exercise.

We plan to take another "drive-by" of one of the rentals that we are looking at that is between here and Cave Creek. It looks like a nice place with almost two acres, a pool and almost 1800 S.F. with three bedrooms. The property has lots of room for an RV, so we are anxious to take a look. Of course, we can't do anything if it is the perfect place for us until our home in Glendale sells. At least we can get satisfaction knowing that there are places that fit the bill for us. We'll try to get some photos today...