I pushed myself to get up and out in time to participate in today’s early morning Tahirobics class, only to walk into darkness.
The power was off.
Odd, thought I, inasmuch as other businesses in the strip mall seemed to have lights on ……… people were going in/out of the donut shop per usual, and workers in medical garb were arriving at the medical clinic next door, walking in with things appearing to be operating as usual.
Tahirobics Instructor was on the phone, talking in Spanish, taking notes, while the owner of the nutrition store was nervously hoovering over her.
I stuck around for about 15 minutes thinking whatever the problem, it would be worked out, but then one of the ladies in the class, who’d been listening to the phone conversation, leaned over, whispered to me "no payment".
How embarrassing to have to shut down because someone forgot to, or failed to due to lack of funds, pay the power bill.
The nutrition center might be in trouble, which means Tahirobics might be in jeopardy.
Just great! thought I.
Through one of the students translating for me, the instructor and lady who runs the nutrition center apologized profusely that there would be no class because the power was off, and "This never happened before".
I believe it, though I don’t think they knew I knew why the power was off.
It ended with my saying no need to apologize, I’d come to Thursday’s class.
There is no class on Wednesday.
I’ll know on Thursday if the power situation has been resolved, that Tahirobics is going to last for a while …… or, if indeed the nutrition center is having financial difficulties, at least until next month’s power bill comes due.
Talker called this afternoon to make sure I would be attending tomorrow’s 4th of July BBQ in the Community Room.
It’s a good thing she called, as I’d forgotten the organizers had to move it up from Friday the 4th, to Wednesday the 2nd, due to the office being closed Friday.
Talker said the organizers were in the process of setting up the room, and that a spot had been reserved for me, with a "reserved" sign.
What’s that about?
I don’t eat, so the plan was, like always, go down solely to check out the event, take a few photos, head back to my unit, so hopefully this "reserved" spot doesn’t lock me into anything.
We shall see.
Stay tuned.
The new place sounds so convenient. I hope they get everything worked out and it stays in business. When you break the exercise habit it can sometimes be so hard to get back and the horse. Wondering if you've hear anything from the Pain Cave. Surely, he is missing your company.
ReplyDeleteTrainer and I had deep philosophical conversations that he can't have with his fighters, or even his wife, for fear they'll think he's crazy, LOL. So, for sure he's missing being able to share his thoughts. I still see his Instagram and the place is crowded, lots of fighters training in every room. No A/C so for sure the odor is worse than a boy's gym. Plus, in one video I could see the treadmill still in that corner .... with someone running on it. Guess it's an okay spot for the sweaty guys, but wasn't working for me. If Trainer grows until he has to move to a location to accommodate his growing business and offers personal training in a private spot, I'd go back.
DeletePerhaps it means you have been designated as one of the patriotic orators for said event. Staying tuned.
ReplyDeleteI'll take a photo of my "reserved" sign. First time I've ever had one of those, LOL.
DeleteI hope the nonpayment was just a result of confusion.
ReplyDeleteMe too, for them to stay open, and for the convenience of having a class across the street.
DeleteEnjoy the 4th of July BBQ event tomorrow! And I hope your exercise class continues on schedule Thursday!
ReplyDeleteIntention was Tuesday and Friday, but Thursday throws this week's schedule off, cause I seriously doubt I can go beast mode ... Thrs and Friday. Hopefully, things will fall into place next week.
DeleteWell, that sucks. I hope the owners did just suffer a glitch and it's not a sign of no coins for the Light Man!
ReplyDeleteNot a good omen for this latest adventure in fitness.
DeleteProbably a sign to pay as you go and do not pre-purchases classes.
ReplyDeleteWill Jay
Definitely! Small business and such.
DeleteProbably shouldn't buy anything from a fridge in the Nutrition Center if the power is off. Hmmmm. Hope it gets resolved soon. Linda in Kansas
ReplyDeleteI never do.
DeleteWeird that they just forgot to pay the bill.
ReplyDeleteForgot or didn't have the money to pay. Time will tell.
DeleteOdd they'd put a reserved sign at a seat for you. Utility cost have certainly gone up. I can see how a small business would be stretched for cash.
ReplyDeleteAfter that BBQ when residents who never contribute showed up and one even brought that homeless man in, I think the Usual Suspects are forming something of a click. Starting with this early 4th of July BBQ being kept somewhat quiet/restricted, practically invitation only. Now I'm told there will be a reserved table, with a reserved spot for me. So, I guess I'm to be a part of the click. I too can see how a small business would be stretched. Even the big companies are folding in this economy.
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