Dreaming of a new kitchen

One of the areas of the house which really needs attention is the kitchen. I won’t go into detail, but it is sad. Broken hinges scraped wood, and worst of all someone decided to put varathane on the doors and vanity pieces but clearly didn’t prepare it properly if it can be prepared so that…

The reno continues

When we are done there will not be a part of this house that has not been touched and in most ways significant changes. New paint throughout, new hardware on the doors, new trim and baseboards, new lights (LED), and of course furniture and appliances. And one of the last major work is the ceiling…

Frooty-tooty smoothie

When it comes to recording things Carlyle is a master. She loves to write things out, to record for herself and others. Given a chance to write a note or card to someone for almost any occasion she’s on it quickly and creatively. I found this sitting on the kitchen counter clearly ready to be…