Right in the middle of the Shingles episode, we started a total kitchen remodel which didn't help on the stress level.
Before
Upper cabinets are GONE!
Really bad laminate flooring GONE!
All new cabinets!
New sink, countertop and backsplash!
If you are planning to visit, I suggest you get a hotel room
since the guestroom is so crowded with stuff.
since the guestroom is so crowded with stuff.
Here is the temporary kitchen.
The remodel should be finished by this coming weekend. Then it is a matter of finding places for the stuff whether it is a drawer, cabinet or donation pile.
While this was all happening I took my sewing machine into the shop for a spa treatment and my car ending up getting a new water pump. I will be glad to stop spending money and eating out. The eating out is getting really, really old.
The little things will happen this weekend: handles on all the door and drawers. Next week all the electrical plug ins and switches are to be changed from the old 1970s almond to white. Here's a funny for you: I think the original electrician in this house was dyslexic. Why do I think this? Because switches are on the wrong sides of doors in very awkward places and all the plug ins are upside down! The grounding plug is on top and for 40 years I have been confused on how to plug into these stupid things. The pendant lights for over the sink are back ordered so the old one will have to do for now.
I do have some plans for decorating, but you will have to wait to see.
So what's up with you?
renovations are so stressful! Sounds like it is coming along ok though...hope you are back to homecooked meals in the "new" kitchen soon!
ReplyDeleteYou don't know how much you will miss homecooking until you don't have it.
DeleteOh goodness gracious, I grew up in a house that was being remodeled for the 18 years I lived there. I totally empathize. Good luck with the reassembly.
ReplyDeleteThe tile floor is in and grouted. Tomorrow the tile guys come back for clean up. Then the dishwasher is installed (again) plus the stove and refrigerator go back in. Woo hoo!
DeleteI've had the Shingles and agree - get the shot and if you think you have Shingles, see your doctor early so you can begin treatment. If you wait, the treatment is not effective.
ReplyDeleteLove the remodel but know how unsettling it is.
Funny how eating out quickly ceases to be a treat. In New England our little town's code was to install outlets upside down rather than use a GFI. Our contractor told us it is 'harder to knock the plug out' in this position. *WHAT!?!?* I had Hubby install GFI anyway in kitchen & baths.
ReplyDeleteFunny how eating out quickly ceases to be a treat. In New England our little town's code was to install outlets upside down rather than use a GFI. Our contractor told us it is 'harder to knock the plug out' in this position. *WHAT!?!?* I had Hubby install GFI anyway in kitchen & baths.
ReplyDeleteFunny how eating out quickly ceases to be a treat. In New England our little town's code was to install outlets upside down rather than use a GFI. Our contractor told us it is 'harder to knock the plug out' in this position. *WHAT!?!?* I had Hubby install GFI anyway in kitchen & baths.
ReplyDeleteWill be a pleasure to create your meals in this lovely new kitchen! We have awkwardly placed switches and safety outlets that make plugging in a challenge every single time.
ReplyDeletelooks great! you will love it and will be cooking more than sewing or knitting :) we did this a couple of years ago and I love to hang out in the kitchen so much more than before - hope you are feeling back to 100% soon!
ReplyDeleteSorry you've had such a tough month, but it will certainly appreciate the next month all the more, with a beautiful new kitchen, and a healthy body!
ReplyDeleteI love a kitchen remodel. Yours is looking fantastic!! I know you are going to love it.
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