Aww, Penguin, I'm sorry that things didn't work out well with this other T and that your Thanksgiving isn't anticipated to be a family oriented event.

Is it possible that your regular T can do a phone session with you prior to you getting a chance to have a face-to-face appointment? It might hold you over until you can get the appointment and get your car worked on.

Seems like you have a lot going on that's stressful. I hope you can find a way to take care of YOU....and that you can make the best of your Thanksgiving.