Day ?

Who knows how long it has been, it seems like forever. Here are the latest photos. Try not to gasp at all the lighting. It is a shocking change. I just can't wait for it to be finished.

Oh, did I mention that we all had the stomach flu this week? Not fun, but we are all better now.

Reno Photos

Day 4

Well, the new beam is up, one door is framed out, and we have had our first (and ONLY) kitchen project snafu. We can't find any tile to match what is already in the kitchen, so it looks like we need to replace the flooring. Not cool. But, on the upside, we didn't love the floor tile, and it's only money, right? RIGHT?!?!
Anyway, here are some photos...

End of Day 1

Wow. Please note the metal nail embedded in the ancient knob and tube wiring.

Before

Now, what these shots don't show is that the drawers and cabinets don't close, or don't open, easily. The oven door is an obvious bust, but the burners are also unpredictable. When you use the sink, an almost steady drip of water is slowly destroying the wall under the window. And the garbage disposal. Don't get me started. See how the fridge doesn't live with the other appliances? Not cool. Also, the attractive lighting has really worn out it's welcome. But still, it is kind of cute and cozy and vintage, right. I think you'd be over that initial feeling after two days. Or one.

Merry Christmas!

New words this week: Hi, Car, Cheese. He is still working on please and thank you, I just know it.

Some photos from last month....

Correction

I don't think that he really said water. But he does say cheese. That is documented.

I just couldn't go on another minute having you think he says water. Now that that is out of the way...

Little man is still the snugs. He has gotten into the holiday spirit by being even more cozy and just running up and hugging me all the time, and then does a few little pats with his little man-hands just for good measure. He also does this to dogs and cats and pictures of people and trucks.

I am going to post some 'before' pictures of our kitchen because our kitchen plans were approved by the city and today I ordered the cabinets. We have the appliances in the basement, a sink, and a faucet. Soon, our kitchen will be arriving in the 21st Century! I'll keep you posted!

xoxox
R