Merci Beaucoup

Today I was the recipient of an act of kindness by a complete stranger. My computer was having MAJOR issues (wifi card not working, logic board needing to be replaced, and for some odd reason it kept waking itself up from sleep mode). Long story short a stranger fixed all my problems, free of charge. Not sure why this person decided to be so generous, she simply said, “since you have been so friendly I can waive all these charges for you” and that was that.  I thought I had misheard her, but today I picked up my machine with all its new hardware with a total amount due of zero.  Unbelievable.  I will definitely make sure to forward on this kindness to another person in need.

Talking about being grateful, there are many other things for which I want to give thanks to at this time.

  1. The above forecast is for this week and makes me truly happy.  Yes, Little Cottonwood bouldering season, which I have been patiently waiting for, is finally here.
  2. I am off to San Francisco next week where my good friend, Mark, is allowing me a place to crash for the entire week.  I appreciate the hospitality, but I mostly appreciate his continued friendship.
  3. My British friend, Steve, is coming to visit the States soon.  I can’t wait to show him LCC and Joes.
  4. This summer was a really trying time for me.  Looking back it was a good learning experience, but I must admit I am glad that Fall is upon us.
  5. I have been striving to learn French, studying daily.  So far, it seems to actually be working!  I am still real slow to form a sentence, but I catch myself remembering the grammar rules and being able to jam through my flashcards.  Perhaps one day I will be a fluent speaker.

What about you, dear readers?  What in your life currently makes you smile and whisper thanks?

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  • Tis a small world. You enjoy climbing and finance? I thought I was the only one! And what's that, you know Steve from England as well? I met him on my first trip to Bishop, back in '06.

    hmm I need to learn french too. Looks like I'll be in font for feb/march.
    Alex
  • Hey Alex!
    Great to meet you, especially since you are another finance / bouldering geek.

    Yes, Steve is a dear friend of mine and is landing state-side I believe today. :)

    As for Font... I might be there in February / March as well. Let's talk. :)
    Best.
    Rachel
  • zirkel aka 60 foot girlfriend
    I need the number of your Mac mechanic!

    I am grateful for heat-seeking rescue cats that keep me warm at night, especially since it's suddenly cooled off in Bishop. (you know what that means -- Happies Time!)

    Show Steve the "works"!
  • Zirkel aka 60 foot girlfriend,
    HA HA HA.. I love it!

    I will definitely show Steve the works. Just an FYI that I will be out your way soon... perhaps mid-November.
    Rach
  • zirkel aka 60 foot girlfriend
    OK, here's the trade: you tweak my mac, I take you out for sushi!
  • Can I order as many Mount Fujis as I want? It is a tasty sushi treat.... I might be able to eat a few.... ;)
  • PS. Currently, I am grateful for the community and network of angels that will be helping us get through Honey's surgery on Thursday. No More Homeless Pets, Mountain View Animal Hospital, all of the kind donors that responded to Honey's fundraising appeal (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dzinelvrslc/366374... few months ago...all of these amazing people will help my baby walk normally and be active and healthy for many years to come. I thank them!
  • if that link didn't work and anyone wants to see that, try this:

    http://www.flickr.com/photos/dzinelvrslc/366374...
  • Lil Chicka,
    Thanks for the comment. I am happy to hear about Honey's upcoming surgery. If you need any help, please let me know.
    Best.
    Rachel
  • Let's practice French together!!!
  • Name
    "What in your life currently makes you smile and whisper thanks?"

    L'idée qu'un jour j'aurai peut-être de tes nouvelles...

    Bien à toi,
    david
  • David,
    Ah, thanks for stopping by and commenting.
    I appreciate your nice post.
    Hope you are well, my friend.
    Rachel
  • david
    Si tu veux pratiquer ton écrit, on peut s'envoyer des EMails en français de temps en temps ! ;-)

    Have fun bouldering, lady.
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