Tell me again why I moved to another state? But finally, lease is signed, power is on, boxes are in and 80 percent unpacked. It's the last 20% that's brutal, because really, it's everything that didn't have a logical home and got put into a pile. People do this regularly? Here's a little tidbit about Las Vegas btw...my auto insurance jumped by 35% because....this is my favorite part....there are so many uninsured drivers. I pay 35% more because others don't pay for auto insurance. That's all I'll say about that. It's been a long day--can you tell?
But all grumpiness aside....yay! I have a home for the next 6 months and have to say--I am so in love with the kitchen space. I chose this apt model almost entirely for the kitchen layout.
The master has these great shelves and window seat. It was almost enough to tempt me to unpack the boxes of leather bound classics to fill up the shelves. Almost, but not enough.
All of the kitchen boxes however, will get unpacked. Kitchen stuff is important. And way messy.
I couldn't wait--all this island space had me heading over to Trader Joes to stock up on groceries...there's some cooking coming up this week. Boxes schmoxes.
Did I mention how much I love this island? It's so long, that I've divided it in half...
They say that if you leave your KitchenAid mixer out, you'll use it. We'll see--I may just end up using this side for countertop dancing sessions instead. Or not..already have a baking plan for this week...
And gratuitous Chipmunk shot.
Your counter space makes me so happy for you! Enjoy all of that brightness and room! Now get to work on giving us some new recipes!
ReplyDeleteWow, what a big development in your life! My husband and I moved 8 times in 5 years at the beginning of our marriage. But, we have been in the same house now for 32 years and I think instead of moving everything I would just burn the house down!
ReplyDeleteYour kitchen is superb! I will expect even bigger and better things from you in the future. Although, I doubt you can do bigger and better things since you are already at the top. I hope you enjoy your new town.
And just to let you know, I never put my mixer away. Not so much that I use it all the time, but, in my teeny kitchen there is no place to put it except on the counter top!!!
,,,don't settle in too much, 6 months will be at your doorstep rather quickly,,,kitchen islands are a must!,,,my mixer is tucked away, i'm a person who likes nothing on her counter tops,,,and you're right it doesn't get exercised as much as i wish for,,,enjoy your new abode, and the heat,,,(smile)
ReplyDeleteooooh, fun cooking times! Love the space (and love the white pitchers!)Can't wait to see cooking posts coming!
ReplyDeletethis new place looks great. i can not wait to see what you are going to cook up for us.
ReplyDeleteWell at least you've made quite a bit of progress! I hate packing up, but unpacking is like an adventure. :)
ReplyDeleteglad you have your priorities straight and are getting your kitchen set up first! :)
ReplyDeletelove the built in shelves / window seat -
every time you mention Trader Joe's I feel a pang of longing...I like the reusable bag in the first couple of shots :)
looks like a good temporary home!
Congrats on getting mostly unpacked. That is quite an endeavor!
ReplyDeleteMoving is hard work no matter how much or how little you have! Even though I get help with my pack-outs, it's still stressful. Moving in and "playing house" is fun, though. Enjoy your new home!
ReplyDeleteLet me know if you need help hanging anything! Can't wait to see what you do with it.
ReplyDeleteGlad you are settling in and back on your blog! You've been missed!
ReplyDelete,,,i spy with my little eye white pitchers of various sizes that i l.o.v.e.,,,they look so pretty sitting atop the shelf, watching the goings-on in the kitchen,,,beautiful!
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