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Re: Re: adnohr
I figured that if you thought about it for a bit, you'd come up with a solution - which you certainly did!
posted by
adnohr
on March 20, 2015 at 4:07 AM
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Re: wiley
i got so excited when i read this post, i will go to auto store tomorrow and ask them for the carb cleaner. then i will call my son to put it in the carb and i am in business. i made an appointment to have the mower picked up today, the man that does it has the flu, so he will not be picking it up till next week, by then if i can fix it with the cleaner i can call and cancel the apt and save myself some money.... and the sharpening of the blade i will swallow my pride and ask a neighbor to help me with it. thanks, i just need some direction from time to time.
posted by
jeansaw
on March 19, 2015 at 6:57 PM
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Re:krisles
thanks i will take care i have to because it is only me now. if they , the neighbors , do not like my best i will tell them they are free to come over and make it look like they want it to look.
posted by
jeansaw
on March 19, 2015 at 6:53 PM
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Re: jimmy
a funny thing happened, my nephew sent his son to my house last evening with a super plate and i talked to his son and explained that i could not afford much but a couple of hours a week would help.....of course if they want to feed me, lol, maybe i could afford a few more hours, lololol
posted by
jeansaw
on March 19, 2015 at 6:51 PM
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ciel
i have a riding mower so it is easy and enjoyable. i will let him know i need help digging and lifting. that kind of thing.
posted by
jeansaw
on March 19, 2015 at 6:48 PM
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Re: chuck
well, there is a history with this problem because it is family, my sisters son and his family. but maybe the truth will finally be understood, i do not have a lot of money.
posted by
jeansaw
on March 19, 2015 at 6:47 PM
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Re: adnohr
ben is such a nice young man and his sister did a super job with lucy......i would not feel right to have paid her and not him as young people need a little money....so i have decided to tell him i cant afford more than 2 hours a week help and give him 20.00....it will not be mowing because it is easy for me to do but he will have to help me with things that needs a little strength.
posted by
jeansaw
on March 19, 2015 at 6:45 PM
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Re: v1
thanks and i will never overdo, i do what i can and i just have to learn to take criticism better. it hurts me to think i cant do as good as my husband did on the yard.
posted by
jeansaw
on March 19, 2015 at 6:42 PM
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Re: justi
of course you are right, the truth is always the best. both ways.
posted by
jeansaw
on March 19, 2015 at 6:40 PM
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Re: annicita
thanks , those were my original plans, i need to stick to them
posted by
jeansaw
on March 19, 2015 at 6:39 PM
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Re: kabu
thanks you had me on the floor rolling with laughter, no i could not do that to a bee.lol i have to admit i did get a bit depressed after his visit and started thinking of selling out, but you are right i should not move because i do not mow fast enough for the neighbors.
posted by
jeansaw
on March 19, 2015 at 6:38 PM
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naut
yes, family is certainly tricky, lol and i trust you to tell me when it is time to take to the hills lol
posted by
jeansaw
on March 19, 2015 at 6:35 PM
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Jeansaw
Just put on your stern farmer lady face and tell them you are doing your own work. $60.00 to sharpen a blade or two and cleaning the carburetor is ridiculous, especially when you can get liquid cleaner and dump it in the carb with the gas for next to nothing. Pay $20.00 to the guy asking $60.00 maybe and even that is pushing it. The neprew that wants his kid paid to do it, well don't get me going.LOL
posted by
WileyJohn
on March 19, 2015 at 3:39 PM
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I'm with those who advise just straight talk....we're all in this world together and doing the best we can. You are doing the best you can and have to take care of yourself as best you can and that is all you need explain....and do please take care of yourself.
posted by
Krisles
on March 19, 2015 at 1:18 PM
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I think you should simply explain your finances as well. He should understand. I too would never bother to hire anyone to mow my lawn. It is wonderful exercise and gets you out in the sun . . .
posted by
JimmyA
on March 19, 2015 at 12:11 PM
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I also actually enjoy mowing.
That's reason enough to do it yourself. You don't owe him or his son employment.
posted by
Ciel
on March 19, 2015 at 9:22 AM
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It is hard when the money is tied. You have to let him know.
posted by
Chuck_E_Ibrahim
on March 19, 2015 at 5:05 AM
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I'm with Justi. Just tell him the truth. Maybe he'll offer to do it for nothing?
posted by
adnohr
on March 19, 2015 at 4:28 AM
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If you don't mind mowing do it yourself and save money. And, where was he when
you needed other help. Good luck and don't hurt yourself over doing it.
posted by
Vermont01
on March 18, 2015 at 8:21 PM
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Maybe you should tell him like you did us. That was your last money and you don't hve an coming. The truth is usually the best way to go.
posted by
Justi
on March 18, 2015 at 8:06 PM
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One thing at a time...one step at a time...it all will work out..big hugs
posted by
Annicita
on March 18, 2015 at 7:31 PM
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well I never...he cameover and told you to get mowing cos the grass was getting to grow. Where are those bees. Now I love bees but I could put one where his Mother never kissed him and order it to sting. Do es he know that you have to work at your own pace these days because SOME of us LIKE um ME think that you are precious and need to be cared for a little. OK you like to mow and so do I but I know that I have to pace myself.
posted by
Kabu
on March 18, 2015 at 6:32 PM
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Jean
It gets tricky where family is involved - maybe you can tell him you need the exercise, LOL...Oh, and you'll never hear from me to run for the hills...
posted by
Nautikos
on March 18, 2015 at 4:38 PM
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