After Nine Days... A Not-So-Grand Reopening!

Well, after nine days of sopping up water, cleaning and treating for mold after our flood last Tuesday, Red Dragonfly Gallery quietly re-opened its doors today.

The building isn't fully opened yet, and we still have industrial drying and heating equipment running in the back room, but at least we feel like the end is in sight. Supposedly, we will be fully open by Monday, when the service company working for our landlord gives the green light.

A heartfelt thanks to all those who have supported and encouraged us along the way!

So what have learned here?

Even when you think you are really well-prepared, there's a good chance you aren't. And no matter how well prepared you may be, you will still have minor losses in a disaster situation.

Make sure you really understand your insurance... exactly what it covers, and what it doesn't. Insurance companies are really good at finding loopholes, if it means they get to NOT pay you for losses.

Back up your records. And to whatever extent you can, keep important records OFF the premises. Having to hand dry 100s of hand written sales orders is not a great form of entertainment.

Above all, stay positive! Early on when something bad happens to your business, it may feel like the end of the world. In fact, it DOES feel like the end of the world. But stick to it and keep cleaning up... and things will return to some semblance of normal.

Hopefully this coming week I will be able to return to more "regular" posting!

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The Red Dragonfly is an independent alternative art gallery located in Port Townsend, WA; showcasing edgy and unique contemporary art & handmade crafts by local and worldwide artists. All images are our own, unless otherwise credited. Where applicable, artist images used with permission.