Gas On!

So, we've been without gas for a month. One of those astronomical bills from the winter that we just couldn't get paid off. (His parents pitched in and helped us out. - which opens up a whole other set of issues for me like when will I be stable enough to take care of my life? but I digress).

Anyway, we called on Friday and paid with credit over the phone. But the gas can't just be turned back on, they have to schedule an appointment to come light all the pilot lights and clear the lines. An adult over age 18 must be available for this to happen. So, lucky us, we get an appointment today - a mere 3 days later, but technically the next business day. So the lady on the phone is explaining the rules and then says that the technician will be out sometime between 7am....and MIDNIGHT!!!! No, I am not kidding!! A 17-hour window to wait around for the technician...is that the most outstanding/unbelievable crock of crap you've ever heard??? (I know I shouldn't complain - I didn't pay my bill, I should be glad they will provide me with service, yada, yada...) I just still can't believe it...too amazing.

So moral of the story, get on the budget plan so you don't have to wonder why your gas costs $45 a month April-October and $350 a month November-March....