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Old 05-26-2015, 02:01 PM   #1221
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Sole mate? Is that the sauce Dijonaise an my fillet of sole?
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Old 05-26-2015, 10:41 PM   #1222
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I have a sudden urge to fry fish while staring at a poster of.......
.....,,,a couple.........
........on the beach...........
........holding hands...........
........at sunset.
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Old 05-27-2015, 04:52 AM   #1223
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Did you see the photo circulating yesterday of the marine and his bride, praying together right before their wedding?

They didn't want to see each other before she came down the aisle, were holding hands around a door frame, she was crying.

I'm a sucker for love.


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Old 05-27-2015, 09:44 PM   #1224
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Did you see the photo circulating yesterday of the marine and his bride, praying together right before their wedding?

They didn't want to see each other before she came down the aisle, were holding hands around a door frame, she was crying.

I'm a sucker for love.


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Old 05-27-2015, 10:18 PM   #1225
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That is a memorable photo. They will need all the love they can muster; it is not easy for military spouses/families. PBS broadcast an excellent documentary about those families last weekend called "The Homefront."

Thanks for the welcome back, Maggie. You are so kind.
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Old 05-28-2015, 11:50 AM   #1226
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Sole mate? Is that the sauce Dijonaise an my fillet of sole?
No, it is the other shoe you may be waiting to drop.

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Old 05-29-2015, 12:43 AM   #1228
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Perusing the thread titles --"We Did It!" and "We Finally Did It!" -- reminds me of the Monday morning smoking circle at Little Flower Academy.

Lost virtue aside, dropped into the dealership and it would appear they lost something else. The FaN.

I am sitting here wondering: did I actually take it there two months ago....or did I even own an Airstream trailer?

Was it a delusion?

A psychotic break?

Someone please tell me???

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Old 05-29-2015, 04:09 AM   #1229
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Please tell me it isn't really lost.



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I am sitting here wondering: did I actually take it there two months ago....or did I even own an Airstream trailer?

Was it a delusion?

A psychotic break?

Someone please tell me???
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Old 05-29-2015, 03:55 PM   #1231
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If they can't produce your trailer, I would be tempted to have them charged with grand theft, and let them worry about what you would like from among the 200-odd trailers they seem to have no trouble finding...
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Old 05-29-2015, 10:06 PM   #1232
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Well, the mystery of the missing FaN is solved. It was hidden behind some titanic motorhomes like the London Aire. The London Aire is aptly named; it is a 675k motorhome that is about the size of a double-decker bus. You can't see over it or around it. The dealership's service lot is packed with these things, all belonging to the Canadian Snowbirds who have arrived back on the homefront. It would appear that my beloved FaN is a victim of the old adage, out of sight - out of mind. The window part arrived "sometime ago," but was apparently damaged and sent back. The service manager says this happens "all the time." What the ???? Are the parts thrown into a cardboard box with a dishtowel for "padding."

Anyway, I asked for the FaN's key and my friend and I head out into the crammed service lot. I always thought the FaN was big, but it looks like a mite parked there amongst those over-sized motorhomes. (Aage, I wouldn't want one of those things, even if it was a case of grand-theft trailer!) I insert the key and the door gives its familiar clunk and my friend and I are inside. I head for the wardrobe and gather up some of my summer tops and flip-flops. (When the FaN was taken in, we were in the midst of a typical wet and cool B.C. Spring. Jeans and sweater weather). I gaze longingly at my bed and the pile of half-read books beside it. (Books that I should have finished seven weeks ago). My friend makes a comment about how she loves the faux cardboard chandelier that dangles from the ceiling, so I yard it down and give it to her. I have more than enough "things." She doesn't - and I just like to give, especially when things aren't going too well because it is a good tonic for the soul. I'll find another one someday. (photo below)

It is a hot day and the FaN's interior air has that stuffy unlived in smell to it, so we exit and lock her up. Walking away - I turn for one last look.

The service manager informs me today that the replacement part should be here in about two weeks.
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Hi, did you steal that chandelier from Forever XXI? Looks just like the ones they have in their stores.
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Old 05-30-2015, 03:46 AM   #1234
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What a frustrating experience.

I would be quite unhappy at the length of time it is taking.

The Interstate has at times found itself surrounded by those big buses.

Kind of funny, really. Some of those owners seem a bit mocking and contemptuous, others ask about our mileage.

I agree that giving is good for the soul. Cultivating a generous heart is something everyone benefits from....the giver, and the receiver.

Hang in there, FaN.

You're gonna have to have a party when you get her back.


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Old 05-30-2015, 07:46 PM   #1235
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Old 06-02-2015, 11:38 AM   #1236
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The service manager informs me today that the replacement part should be here in about two weeks.
FaN, not to be negative, but "two weeks" is a common service-industry term for "Go away. I don't know when it will be ready, nor can I be bothered to actually check."

The term bears no semblance to an actual date on any calendar, nor any experience or information the person quoting it may or may not have. It just means "I don't know, so like I said: go away". It is most often used in the construction industry. You ask when anything will be ready, and you get an immediate "Two weeks" said as though the person asked really knew the truth or cared if he did.

Sorry if that bursts any bubbles. :/
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Old 06-02-2015, 11:43 PM   #1237
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Hi, last time that I brought my trailer in for repairs at George Sutton RV, Tom asked me if I needed it right away. Knowing that I wouldn't need my trailer for several months, I told Tom to take his time, I won't need it for a few months or more. He called me about ten days later and said it was ready. Much quicker than I expected.
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Old 06-03-2015, 06:45 AM   #1238
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FaN, I seem to have forgotten where your trailer is for "service". And, is there no other source for repairs in your area?

The entire story is sad, but sometimes service facilities get lost in their own sense of self importance. Hope the issues are settled soon.

But, at least you have some friends here on Air Forums....
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Old 06-07-2015, 01:56 PM   #1240
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Aage, thanks for the education re: "two weeks." Two weeks also seems to be a popular time frame for payback when people borrow money....and you're left waiting.

No burst bubbles. (Just a slow leak).

switz, such is the nature of the beast. An Airstream is like a prized Thoroughbred. You can't take it to any ole' horse doctor. But, it would be nice if there were more than one local specialist.

Ms.Moto, truly appreciate the friendship. You're so right about that sense of dealership self-importance - especially when their service lot is full and there's a line-up to get in.

Update: Glory Hallelujiah.....the FaN is back in the driveway and I'm sitting inside the trailer working on the aviation rag. It's over 85F, but the air-conditioning is on and it's nice and cool. I'm still waiting for the parts, but the window was fixed enough that it could be towed without blowing/falling out.

The FaN was away so long that I almost forgot how nice it is; kinda feels like that just-bought feeling, and I'm readmiring things. Even with the occasional pain -
aml very grateful and lucky that I have a trailer such as this.
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