The worse case scenario happened this afternoon — the welds on the casing broke. We now have NO well.
Not sure how to respond to this. We’re back to where we were in 2006. Two years of work, time, stress, waiting, and A LOT of money down the tube.
It was a difficult well from the get-go, but we kept trying to make it work. Two years later and we’re in the middle of irrigation season with no well and drilling costs have sky-rocketed. We’re not even sure if we could afford a new one now. Of course we’re at the bottom of every driller’s list, so any new well wouldn’t be for this year– we’re talking about 2009 now.
Breathe.
Ok. Time to harvest for market. Somehow the show must go on, but we’re feeling as low as you can imagine.
I don’t understand what happened to cause this complete failure, but I am so sorry for you that it happened. And maybe even a little bit angry…it doesn’t seem right at all. Especially after all you’ve been through and your hope for a solution. Yeah, mostly just sorry and wishing for a better end to this story. Thanks for sharing though. I’m glad to know and will be thinking of you as you adjust to this nasty new reality.
Crap crap crap. It seems that you guys are cursed with the Rime of the Ancient Mariner: water water everywhere, and not a drop to drink.
Our dry fingers are crossed for an expedited solution, and a full backup swale.
Oh goodness! Does this mean no water at all? I really do hope a solution manifests for you two!
I’m so sorry this has happened to you. What an awful thing. I hope that a solution can be found.
oh, man-what sad news. I’m thinking about you guys and sending you lots of positive energy that a good solution will present itself very soon.
so sorry…!
Ouch! I’m so sorry – I just wanted to let you guys know how much I enjoy keeping up with your farm, good and bad. I appreciate the time and care you take, and your thoughtful insights.
Your blog is the only one I have read religiously since I started reading blogs. Thank you, for always having interesting material – and I really, really hope your well situation gets better soon. Gives a whole new meaning to “WELL WISHES”
Any changes since you posted news about the well? I’m saying a prayer for you guys. Be strong and courageous!
Blessings,
Lucinda and family
P.S. Thanks for helping my mom (Lila) with her beet order over the phone today. :~)