This little mini wicker baby carriage was found when I was in San Diego. At Vignettes, of course. I couldn’t resist it. There are hand painted flowers along the top and the sweetest cushion inside. I don’t know how old it is, but it is definitely vintage. The scale seems to be a bit too large for the dollhouse, but I love it nonetheless.
The details on the cushion are so lovely. For now, it is in my china cabinet in the den.
Life here at MHC is a tad stressful at the moment. Both my husband and I freelance and neither of us is working at the moment – with no work in sight. I don’t know about you, but when I am feeling stressed, my worries seem to pervade everything I do. I wish this wasn’t the case and it is something I am trying to let go of. Trust, faith…I know these things are the key, but sometimes it is very hard to remain calm and trusting.
In the midst of the worry, I found out I had to get new tires for my car in order to pass inspection. And I spent an hour on the phone with the cable company arguing over an overcharge that they insisted was valid. I felt like my head was going to explode. Try as I might, I couldn’t change their minds and they couldn’t change mine. When I asked to speak to a woman from the main office who spoke with me (and agreed with me) about the problem last month, I was told that it was impossible: she couldn’t call out, I couldn’t call her….it wasn’t done. I hung up in tears of frustration, convinced I had a battle ahead of me.
A couple of hours later, the phone rang. It was a gentleman from the main office calling to tell me that he had researched the problem and that I had been ‘exactly right.’ I was dumbfounded and very grateful. I don’t know how he knew about it – I suspect customer service calls are monitored – but he took the time to take my complaint seriously, researched it, ran it by his co-workers, then called my local office and explained it to them. I will be getting a credit on my next bill. Yesterday was a long day, full of worry and frustration. Thankfully, this call ended the day and I was heartened by this man’s extra effort to resolve the problem.
Sometimes, a gesture like that can make all the difference.
Claudia- I will think very positive thoughts for you and a little prayer that you and your hubby have work soon. I would be the same way. It is encouraging to know that there are good people out there that take the time to actually do the job right and consider that the customer may know what they are talking about. What a great way to end the day. The little wicker carriage is sooo cute!!
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Good for you, Claudia. I never, NEVER talk to the rep that answers the phone over any issues with any accounts … I always request the head of the department as the reps are just programmed on one channel to handle issues, & don’t know how to deviate from their ‘programming’ & it always works & usually is a much more favorable conversation with a happier resolution.
Have a great weekend. TTFN ~Marydon
Wish we could edit AFTER we post and I even previewed my post, LOL
Dear Claudia, I know all too well the feelings you are having. In the last three years my husband has been laid off three times and the total of months without work for him was about a year and a half. Our savings was pretty much depleted.
I work at home and the work hasn’t been as plentiful as it was in years past. The thought of having to go back out to work. . . YUCK . . . and then of course I wouldn’t be able to work on my dolls . . . .
OMG, I have fought those battles with our internet provider. They insisted it was MY problem . . . and after weeks and weeks the problem went away . . . yeah, they never called to tell me that it was on their end but it was!
As my dad says, as long as we have our health, all is good.
Hang in there!
Big hug,
Marsha
P.S. Darling little wicker carriage!
What a lovely little carriage. These crisis times are so stressfull for many people. Sorry to hear you have troubles in that field too. Many people without work here too. So nice that the man called and said they made the mistake.
Keep thinking those positive thoughts. You are so wonderful in everyway that the universe has to answer them. I love you more than youwill ever know. You are amazing.
XO, Mere
Hi, Claudia,
I love that sweet baby carriage! What a great find for you! I am so sorry that you and hubby are looking for work right now. How hard that must be and, yes, hard not to worry. I am praying right now that you both will find work. Thankfully, your bill problem was settled. Sending many prayers and well wishes your way. Vicki
I am thinking and sending positive thoughts your way. Somewhere out there your talents and skills are greatly needed, and the right job will come at the right time.
That baby carriage is precious! I love the detail on the cushion.
Hugs,
Jill
Hallelujah to the cable man! What a kindness he showed to follow through with your problem or would that just be his job! I hope your work situation improves for you rapidly. Things are just so tough right now. Your little carriage is adorable though, you need a little munchkin to put in it!
Much love being sent your way…I will also grab your lovely button my dear…thanks for the trade. Hope all goes well!
Claudia, I’m sorry to hear of this news. You are way too talented to be off work for much longer. I’m sure your hubby is just as talented. I can feel it.
Good wishes going your way big time my friend.
BTW, if I ever get back to N.Y. you bet I will have you meet us.. I would love to give you a great big hug.
Love Claudie
xoxoo
Your wicker baby carriage is so sweet. I can see why you feel in love with it.
I’m sorry you’re under so much stress lately. I spent a good 45 minutes on the phone the other day with my cell phone provider and thank goodness she was wonderful at her job and was able to resolve all my issues. We’re not having as much luck with an ongoing problem with our land phone provider, however.
We have our own answering machine and do not need/want the message mailbox that they provide. We keep calling to cancel it and they keep telling us that it already has been cancelled. However, we still keep missing calls occasionally that go directly to the message mailbox without our phone even ringing. It’s happened to Court and Amanda a few times when they’ve called home. They’ll call back and the 2nd time the call will come through. It’s definitely a sporadic problem. But when we call the company to report the problem, they tell us that it’s impossible, that they have cancelled our ‘mailbox’ and that we must be doing something wrong. We’ve told them that both our daughters occasionally can’t get through to us by phone, that they go directly to voicemail and the company refuses to believe that it is happening. How’s that for customer service? Ugh… Why did we switch phone companies several months ago to try to ‘bundle’ services and get a lower rate? We never had problems with our old reliable company that we’d had forever. It may be time to swtich back to them! Anyhow, I do hope that life gets less stressful out at MHC… I’ll send positive thoughts your way :)… Donna
Oooh wow such a lovely mini baby carriage you have found,Ilove it very much!
Claudia,some times it is so difficult to stay positive the whole time,but I know after rain there is sunshine!
I am a working mom with my own business,last year I broke my back and my hubby lost his job at the same time. We have bin through a tough time and still not back at track,so I know exactly what you meen!But there are so many things to thankful for,so I know I’m blessed with so much!!!
It helps me to stay positive,so I wish you all the best and all the positive thoughts there are and pray that it will turn out good for you and your hubby!
X,Sabiha
I thought you might enjoy some of the Boston photos, Claudia… I do know how fond you are of the city!
The person on the other end of the phone makes such a difference in how you feel after making a customer service call! I’m so glad someone might have been ‘listening in’ on yours and you got some satisfaction from the company telling you that you were right!
Here’s to better days ahead :)… Donna
Love the little baby carriage.
Press 1 for English is the one that always get me! Glad they got you all straightened out!
Enjoy your weekend!
LEann
Life can get so overwhelming so quickly, can’t it? Be sure to take time to take care of you. And make together time, just to hold hands & watch the stars… so important when you’re stressed. Finding pleasure in little things, like the sweet little carriage, helps too.
Peace will come.
~Julia
Dear sweet Claudia. I could feel the stress in your words. I am so sorry that you have to get new tires and deal with service departments that are difficult. But, most of all the uncertainly of this economy and your freelance job must be difficult. I “wish” good things to happen for you.
Love the little wicker baby carriage. So sweet.
Have a restful weekend. Dogwood
Claudia, the baby carriage is just wonderful and so sweet!
Sometimes it’s hard not to worry when work isn’t coming your way, but trust and faith will get you through and onto the next best thing. Take the time now to enjoy your home and each other!
Good for you for taking action and I’m so glad it ended on a right note!
BIG hugs for you today!
Teresa
Oh Claudia, you are such a sweetheart and so sorry for your worries you have experienced. My love and support go out to you. Thinking of you!
Hugs,
Maryjane
Isn’t it nice that someone took ownership of your complaint and followed up? That’s what customer service is all about. We have strayed so far from that ideal, that when it occurs, we are surprised. Good for you and good for the rep!
I’m sure it is stressful waiting for freelance work. It seems that you and your husband keep yourself open to opportunities and your network is wide. I bet something comes along before you know it. Hang in there!!
hi claudia,
i know those kinds of days and they’re not pleasant. i’m so happy that you’ll receive a credit on your bill. let’s hope that will be the first of some happy-news phone calls.
try to enjoy your time off, do some networking, and believe that good things are around the corner for the talented twosome at MHC.
xo
ps
and the big-little baby carriage is very sweet!
I am sure there are great things coming your way! Don’t they say “good things come to those who wait”? I guess that’s easier said than done. Prayers for you from me.
Super cute! Sorry I missed this one we are having drama at home so I haven’t been visiting well for a few days. Hope you get the new font you are looking for!
Hugs,Lisa
I came by for Pink Saturday and as always did my catch up reading. I guess I feel a sort of kinship with bloggers living in the country of the northeast. I am always hoping some of your love for it will rub off on me. It is embarassing to say, but probably at least ten times, okay 100 times, last week alone, I said aloud or wished my husband would be laid off. I so want to move back south where my son and sister live in sunshine and affordable everything! I don’t have a clue what we would do for work.
For each of those 100 times, I have reminded myself we are fortunate at this point for him to have a job. My post child rearing career can wait or be replaced.
I do wish you both the the best and hope you can remember each day how valuable you are to your work choice until the fit is found.
I’m so pleased for you. This doesn’t often happen these days!
Love the little carriage. So it was a great day after all!