Money Order lost?!

Sorry guys, I just need to vent, as I'm a bit worried and disappointed...

I sent a Money Order out on the 22nd of December to pay for the eyepiece I've always wanted, and even though I just got the eyepiece, my Money Order has not showed up yet...
The Seller was kind enough to send the merchandise before he got the M.O., and after several transactions that I've had (all done with Money Orders), I never had one lost or take longer than it should've.

I'm really hoping this is just a delay based on the Holidays, but I might have to return the eyepiece if it does not show up this weekend... ARRGGHHHH!


OK, now back to our regular programming...




Ivan


P.S.
I just called the Bank, and the M.O. has not been cashed or anything, but to make things worst, they take 30 days to refund it!

Ivan,

Do not get too concerned yet. As you stated it is the Holiday rush and things do get delayed. The 30 day thing is pretty standard for Money Orders and Cashiers Checks from what I have encountered.

I had a similar situation about a year ago with an International MO (USPS) that I sent to one of our friends up in Canada. I checked with he PO and they did not consider it lost for 30 days, then you could file a claim.

To make a long story short...2 days before the 30 day limit, I received an eMail that the recipient had received it. He could see by the date stamp on the envelope that it was in fact mailed on the date I told him.

I also had a letter take 2 weeks to get across town. Of course everyone knows how big Titusville is so it was no suprise : )

Hopefully the other party understands that sometimes these things happen and is willing to wait for the arrival of the MO. On the other hand you sent the MO "last year" and it still has not arrived : )

Keep the faith baby,

John

PS Happy New Year.

It is holiday season and mail is slow, it might take longer.
Floyd