Melody,
I must tell you just how often I enjoy your stories/accounts!
You are a talented writer and a great "story-teller," which is an "art form" we do not see so much of anymore!
Not only do you get in touch with the person(s) in your story, you also get in touch with the reader... in a very enjoyable manner!
You would do well at writing a column in a local paper... or something like that!

Have you ever considered doing something like this?
Again, I thank you for sharing another entertaining story!
I am so glad you were able to help your neighbor out, too!
Keep the stories coming!