I was wondering how your dad was doing, Jim. Glad you got permission for a ramp to his home. I've read horror stories about some HOA's. Susanne, I had problems with some whistles & flutes, too. Just couldn't seem to overcome the squeaks and squawks of the first brands. Decided to try a Mack Hoov...

It will be entertaining to see some of the threads from the Praise Exchange again, when you find the time, Susi.

Nice that the repair price is shrinking with each post!

My brothers, a few years back, would have found a pitcher pump to see if water could still be found. Curiosity has always been a family 'failing'.

Susanne, I'm not sure why my log-in has suddenly became problematic. If I click 'remember me' it will give an invalid password or username warning at least once, usually twice, even when both are correct. On the third attempt a captcha says it will be required. Sometimes it shows, sometimes it doesn...

Jim, could it have been a drainage or entrapment area for roof drains run-off?

Seems like you've found a mystery inside a conundrum.

Weather-wise, we seem to have achieved snow, hail, rain and 40°F all in one day. It's not been our typical April weather.