Time passes and we forget. In 2008, the septic tank was pumped out, prior to our 50th anniversary. Ken decided that it was time we do it again. Bright and early Tuesday morning, the company truck arrived but we were unable to remember how to access the opening to the tank. Both of us recalled the deck being installed so we could be sure to easily remove only the one section to get at the correct spot. But the right part of the deck could not budge so we did what we always, do which was to call George, our builder.
The problem was the screws. They had rusted over the years and the wood was heavy. George and the head of the septic company spend several hours taking the deck apart and locating the opening to the tank. By the afternoon, the tank was empty and does not need to be done for another 7 years. Next time, the system will be better to remind us when finding the opening. Only three boards need removing, which Ken has marked. And a handle has been attached to the opening to the tank, with a rope leading out the side of the deck. Now we hope that no one comes along and cuts the rope. Our memories need to be reminded by that rope.
Today the deck was put back together so we are perfect. That is another task checked off our list. This is called progress.
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