Wednesday, January 13, 2016

I went a little postal. Meet Pete.

Meet Pete aka Pokey Pete aka Repeat.  I have wanted a maileg for several years.  Hubby bought me a ballerina mouse this summer on vacation.  After seeing Carol's wonderful collection of pixies I went to see what was on Ebay.  Not many but I bid on a couple.  I am a very low bidder on Ebay and at the doll auctions.  But this guy was not being bid on.  I guess maybe people didn't want a four foot pixie.  But I was thrilled to get him.   Well his journey took him all over the place.  See his box.  He had arrived at my old house Dec. 17.  I called the post office and asked for them to grab him off the mail truck and I would come get him.  Nope, Mr. Grumpy Postman said he couldn't do.  So then he was to be forwarded to the post office here......about 5 miles from my old post office.  Well I just got him on Friday.  Yep,took him forever to get here.  I actually worried about his safety.  The person that I bought him from had computer generated my address which took him to my old address even though I changed it when I ordered.  Long story, kinda shorter, old Postmaster didn't want to help me get my forwarded mail or Pete.  Different Postmaster where I got him made me pay another $10 to get him out of confinement.  I need to mention I was at said post office an hour.  I tried to argue the additional postage.  After being told to step back in the long line while he found the package that had been at the front desk and disappeared.  That was a mistake on his part about asking me to get back in the line.  I did and here I was again at the front of the line.  Being told to step aside while they located him.  So I know this is long.  About 20 minutes in the "step aside" location.  I walked in front of the line and said, Give me the damn package."  I didn't actually say that, I think, hah.  The postmaster asked if there was wine inside the box.  Maybe he thought I was a wino.  The box was a wine box.  When I finally paid the $10 I told that clerk, "How do I file a damage claim as I can see there will be damage."  He agreed.  The post master of this office never resurfaced.  I knew Pete was worth it so I don't even care.  I did call my old post office.  The Postmaster must have been to lunch as I got the guy there I like.  I explained about not getting mail and he took the time to see why my mail was going to Waldo, Ohio.  Where is Waldo (he he)......I have no clue.  Anyway he fixed the error.  We didn't talk about Pete.  I said that I wasn't happy with the Postmaster and I really didn't like him.  He said he had to work with him and he didn't like him either.  I asked why he wouldn't look up this problem.  Clerk said because he probably didn't know how to get online.  So anyway, Grumpy Man, that was worth my $10 to know that you are not liked even by your peers.
Back to Pete.  He was in this damaged box......way to small of a box.  But he was in plastic and he was fine.  Now that is until the heavy picture above him fell on him a couple sleeps ago.  Wow, that was exciting to hear that when we were sound asleep.  I guess command strips don't hold heavy things.  Anyway, Pete is just fine.  I told him he could stay out all year because I couldn't imagine putting him in another box.  He is pleased and so am I. 
 
And here is Hank again online.  He even typed in some letter.s  Yes, that's my foot.  Piper is on the other side of the screen.    Winter is here in Ohio.  Stay warm and safe.  XO

14 comments:

Julia said...

That a long story of postal woes. My goodness, those people are not very nice. I've never encountered such rude service at our post offices. I'm sure some people encounter some bad attitudes sometimes but i have never encountered rudeness like that....
I'm glad you long legged doll wasn't damaged.

When my granddaughter moved in her new house I paid the post office $51.95 for 4 months to have her mail rerouted to her new mail box and she got all her mail delivered to her new box pronto including all government mail.. I did not pay to have her boyfriend mail rerouted and he wasn't getting all his mail at his new address.

Hank sure got tired of typing on the computer keyboard. lol...
Have a great weekend.
Hugs,
JB

Susie said...

Debby, Just when you think things are calm and going to be ok...then this. I would be carrying on to.. I try to be patient but there's a limit to anyone's patience. Glad you got that cute little fellow and are enjoying his company. What a smart dog you have. LOL. Blessings, stay warm. It's cold here also. xoxo,Susie

Musings from Kim K. said...

After his much anticipated travels and crazy postal adventures, Pete definitely deserves a warm welcome and an opportunity to be enjoyed all year long. Stay cozy. It's definitely winter now in MI.

Beatrice P. Boyd said...

That was quite a journey that Pete took and quite a lot of aggravation for you as well. I would have been quite upset at this situation too. Too bad about the photo facing, but glad Pete was OK.

Lil Raggedy Angie said...

Whew Pete what a journey ~ I hope he had a world famous bologna sandwhich while in Waldo ...which by the way is 6 miles from my house ! I hope you enjoy him ! Your fur babies sure are darling ! Stay warm ~hugs Angela

Edna B said...

My goodness, such rudeness from the Post Office! I'm glad you finally got your package. Pete is adorable. I used to go to the post office I my town but they won't let me bring Pogoo in with me. So we go to the post office next town over. They look forward to seeing Pogo when I come in. Kindness sure makes a big difference.

It's very cold here now. You stay warm, and have a super day. Hugs, Edna B.

vivian said...

well I bet Pete is relieved to be HOme and to know he wont be boxed up again! lol! and he certainly is a dapper looking guy!
have a lovely day my friend
xoxo
vivian

Jane said...

Pete had lots of adventures on his way home to you, but I'm sure he's happy to be there now. I've never had any problems with our postal service and don't understand why you had to pay the additional postage. Glad you got to talk to the nice clerk who fixed your mail forwarding situation. Stay warm!

genie said...

Your Pete is so cute. I am so happy for you that he has finally come to live with you. But you do need to take better care of him...he is not going toe happy with things falling on him.LOL

Linda @ A La Carte said...

So happy you got Pete! I ordered some pixies and they went missing (a trip to Paris maybe??) so the company sent them again and this time they arrived. I'm leaving my cuties out also. I need to do a post on them. I bought mine after falling in love with Carol's also. Saw your comment on her blog so came to visit!

hugs,
Linda

Art and Sand said...

Oh, Debby I am glad that Pete finally arrived. You know those pixies are a bit mischievous. Maybe he was playing tricks on that nasty old Post Master!


I can't leave Olaf. who is the same size as Pete because he is an Advent elf and has the numbers all over him. I am thinking of getting the sailor rabbits they have in cute little nautical outfits. But, Maileg USA doesn't have them yet. Maybe I should go on vacation to Denmark.

Nan said...

I made an elf exactly like him. He didn't have clothes however.

Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouse said...

Wow, the elf really travelled, didn't he? It was worth it in the end, though.

Carla from The River said...

Oh my! I will say you were very nice and patient.
We have a terrible time with our Post Office too. I wrote a blog post about it once as well.
Glad all worked out and Pete is safe and sound.
Carla