The restoration company came again on Wednesday to review where we stood and give us an estimate moving forward. With the cost of repairs coming in at just under $10,000, Andy and I decided we needed to make a homeowner's claim, so I called our insurance company today to begin the paperwork.I almost threw up when she told me she needed to review our homeowner's policy to see if we were covered for this particular incident.
I texted Andy with the news. We were both so shocked and discouraged that we didn't know how to respond. I paced around the house, frustrated, unsure how I would handle this situation. Should I call the restoration company and tell them to pick up their equipment immediately? How would Andy and I put our torn up house back together? I like house projects, but this is way beyond my scope.
There are no guarantees in life. We can plan and prepare to the best of our ability, but there will be times when we cannot fully protect ourselves from misfortune. When faced with moments like this, one must decide where, or in whom, they will choose to place their trust.
Within 20 minutes, she called back, happy to report that this incident was covered, we had called the right company, and they would take care of it from here. I teared up, so immensely relieved...and thankful.
Life is notoriously unfair. I do not deserve a roof over my head, a job, or food on the table anymore than the next hard working man or woman. I need to remember to be thankful for what I have, and generous with what I've been given.
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