Well I found the septic tank cover, it was about 2 foot to the left of the big hole I had dug in the back lawn.

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Septic Tank Man came and emptied our high quality waste. He complimented us on our timing and removed 500 gallons of septic tank stuff. He proceeded to tell Julie how we had called just in time because we had a deep crust ?  (sounds like a pizza hut pizza). Cost $200

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So now the temperature is -12c and the soil is frozen and I cannot shovel it back in the hole. I suppose I could cover the hole with branches and leaves and use it as a bear trap.

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On arriving home from work our water pressure dropped to nearly nothing. I put a call in to the company who installed our new water tank in March ($476) and hoped the warranty would cover it. The Water Filter Guy came out (on call) promptly and pointed out our filters were clogged and should be changed every 4 months (we have been here 2 years and never changed them ). So he fixed the problem and left after 2 hours ($200) ..... His parting words were, start saving the pennies your well pump is 22 years old, and they normally have a life of 15 years (apparently another $500 + installation).   

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What an expensive day I wish I had stayed in bed! ...oh well thats the christmas presents for the girls gone down the drain(no pun intended).  I will just have to pray that Julie has a sales rush on her next Christmas Craft Fair (7th - 9th December).

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To cap it all I have just been told the forecast is snow or freezing rain tomorrow and temperature forecast at -9c for Sunday. The Bear trap may be our best option because we won't be able to afford a turkey this christmas, Anyone fancy a leg?