the aftermath

things went much better then expected with the insurance company and now we are in the waiting game. Waiting to sign some papers, waiting for the old loan to clear, waiting for the remainder from the insurance money. We started car shopping online... we are leaning heavily towards a Subaru but it's hard to say what we will really end up with. We want a safe, reliable, low mileage mode of transport that is comfortable for more then 2 people and many dogs. It must be good for long drives and in all weather. We also don't want a crazy payment. I've now looked at everything from Honda Elements to Toyota Highlanders to Subaru Forester's. It's hard to play this game online and see what will really work for us. The closest car dealer is an hour away but there isn't much point in going until the waiting game is over with the insurance company.

We took yesterday off from all the stress and booked hour long massages for each of us at one of the locals spas. We were able to relax in the pool, hot tub and steam room during the day and enjoy an hour of de-stressing. Dave's masseuse was very gentle but helped to stretch out his sore back muscles. It helped him alot and today he is puttering around the house instead of resuming his spot on the couch where he has been all week.