[Kathy in Alaska]

And what might be on your pre-approved invoice? Oh wait, you want a new kitchen. Right? Got a picture?

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good Night Blessing for the Troops

Blessings on you this evening 
May the stars in heaven
light your way into the
Milky Way of dreams 

May your day tomorrow 
be filled with love 
laughter and joy... 

Taking away all heart ache 
left stinging... 
and unclouding your vision 
for clear sailing... 

bentfeather 

 

[Fawnn]

That's a BIG kitchen -- plus the pantry, breakfast nook, dining room, and outdoor grilling and wood-fired oven (for artisan breads) area. OH! and probably an atrium, too. Must have a room for that indoor herb garden. Then there's the greenhouses, surrounding the enclosed pool, which not only is a place for joint-friendly exercise for the weary cook, but is also a practical addition to add humidity to the greenhouses....

You realize that this is all still in the planning stages, so this picture doesn't reflect the actual colors I plan to have in place, but here's something from my ideas notebook:



I lean towards blues and a country-modern look, so I'm not yet sure if the design will encorporate stainless steel or not, but I like the practicality of this steam oven with its own water reservoir and plate-warming drawer:



Then, of course, there are the decisions regarding everyday stainless flatware and the design of the sterling for formal occasions. Just thinking about china patterns has me feeling like a new bride! ;)

So many design plans decisions and purchase orders to prepare; so little time!