FINISHING TOUCHES

The Maui house officially belongs to Father Jim.

My realtor called to tell me that four nieces and nephews chipped in to buy their uncle a retirement home.  He is the retired priest at the Catholic church about a mile from Kawailani Circle.  He, of course, was overwhelmed and loved the fact he didn't have to go out and buy a thing.  Move in ready!  It is nice to know the new story.

Once I saw that the money was deposited into my account, I started closing down accounts ... internet, tv, electric, water, trash etc.  Originally the realtor said she would do that but when I verified with her yesterday ... she said "ooops!  I forgot!  They no longer let realtors make the changes."

Naturally, no one would let me close accounts online.  Had to make a phone call.  Cable wanted to send me to "customer relations" to try to talk me into keeping everything but I learned to say "moving off island" and that saves me listening to a sales pitch.  It snowed most of the day yesterday while I'm talking to Hawaiians who have only seen snow up on the mountain.

Anyway, everything was accomplished.  I hope Fr  Jim enjoys his time at Kawailani Circle.  Just enough maintenance to keep him puttering around.  I wish I had contact with him.  When I think of things (keep the outdoor shower door latched against the wall when not in use ... or it will blow off of the hinges) I'd like to be able to let him know.  I did send a few helpful hints to my realtor so I hope he receives them.

Jesse got everything fertilized and pruned before we left.  I forgot to tell Realtor that the lemon tree needs neem oil or inground neem application once a month to keep the white flies away.  Oh, and the rose of sharon and gardenias also.

Hopefully Fr Jim will enjoy his coffee or tea outdoors every morning.  I smile just thinking about that.