As far a I could tell all of my ‘flood prevention” stuff worked. The water drained out into the street and the sump pump pumped out the water (though I didn’t hear it, it could be that this brand new model is much quieter than the old model I had at my old house).

I also make it a point to help out the kids who come to my door to sell stuff. I remember how much of a pain in the ass it was when I was a kid selling candy bars and junk for the school. I hated it, but I did it. So, I guess I’n just giving something back here. (besides, having to go door-to-door selling popcorn tins on a rainy Saturday afternoon? Yuck!)