I can’t really afford it, but I have to do something about The Compound trees. In fact, it’s way overdue. So finally I bit the bullet and started calling the referrals I’ve received from friends.
Here’s the way it’s gone so far:
This mailbox is full and can accept no more messages.
You have reached the residence of…
[ring… ring… answer click… disconnect click]
The number you have reached is no longer in service.
[ring… ring… ring…] Infinity. No answer, no machine, no nothing.
Sometimes, five strikes and you’re out.