When I was young I wanted to go to space. I wanted to live on a space station. Today I learned I had the chance to be propelled into space on my own toilet.

My stomach was very painful and I had very little energy. I woke up each morning with a headache which was not normal since I do not have hangovers. My dog was vomiting at times he normally would not. He seemed like he was aging and less interest in play. We would go for walks and he would fight going inside. Neither of us were at our best.

I had been smelling gas off and on but not consistently to raise any flags. Monday the smell was very strong and a young woman was quite concerned. She called the office but received no response. I was on my way down the stairs to walk my dog and I suggested she call the gas supplier to come test. He found three leaks quickly and shut off the gas.

Today I came home from errands and grocery shopping and there were three plumbing trucks from a respected company. I walked in and one of the plumbers asked me which apartment was mine. I told him and he shook my hands while congratulating me. He then told me he was glad I was alive. He went on to tell me every apartment had gas leaks but when they checked my gas pipe it fell to the floor.

Between the explosion and health risks I was very happy to be alive. The plumbers seem to have everything fixed and I have hot water again. Looking forward to a hot shower.

One thing I wanted to suggest is a 3 way detector. I bought one today and it alerts if there is explosive gas present, carbon monoxide and smoke. I had no warning from the other detectors about the natural gas present but this one will do it. It was about $60 but you are all worth that unless of course in an all electric home. Be safe and do not blow up.