I’m back!

I’m back!

Flowers

I’m back. Andrew’s back. The cats are back. And we’re all pretty please about it. Even the Gerber daisies perked up for the occasion.

After three months of camping out in my parents’ guest room we’re once again residing in our own home. And loving the renovation results. Of course, now the living room looks woefully inadequate, but we’re out of time, energy and money, so I won’t obsess about that too much. For now.

Technically, we’ve been back a week, although we spent most of that time unpacking dust-covered boxes, washing off dust-encrusted surfaces and figuring out where the nonperishable food should go while we await the custom-built pantry. Ugly Ikea storage racks 2: Good taste 0.

Wanting to return with a memorable post, I waffled between dazzling you with marvelous before and after pictures. Or a fabulous chocolate chip cookie recipe. Or perhaps the saga of the rusted stove. The first post-renovation post had to be perfect, so I asked the Universe for a sign. And last night I got it.

Strainer

Living up to my tag line, I melted the plastic steamer while preparing broccoli. So much for the “Thanks for Hosting Us for a Quarter of a Year” dinner I was serving my parents.

But I got my sign.

I interpret this as, “Stop fussing and hit the keyboard already.” Okay. Okay.  I will.

So what do you want to hear about first?

18 Comments
  • Nancy
    Posted at 12:35h, 28 June

    Renovation, please! Before and after pics.
    .-= Nancy´s last blog ..Friday puttering =-.

  • Cheryl Arkison
    Posted at 13:27h, 28 June

    I want to see pictures! And any marriage tips for surviving a reno.
    .-= Cheryl Arkison´s last blog ..Sunny Sundays =-.

  • Cheryl
    Posted at 14:23h, 28 June

    I’m just glad to see you here. I had a mind to fly north of the border and check on you in person. I’ve *missed* you!

    Pictures, please.
    .-= Cheryl´s last blog ..Acceleration =-.

  • Amy Proulx
    Posted at 15:46h, 28 June

    I want to see pictures of your garden preparations for your sister’s wedding. I’m sure it’s even more goregeous than its usual goregeous self.

  • Monica Bhide
    Posted at 16:18h, 28 June

    You were missed! Glad you are back! Cant wait to see photos of the new kitchen and your garden preps!!

  • Sophie
    Posted at 16:32h, 28 June

    I think first renovation before & after pictures,…now, You are making us curious!!

    welcome back to the land of the living!! happy Cooking & baking!! yeah!
    .-= Sophie´s last blog ..Sophies gluten free light brown teff breads =-.

  • Robin Smart
    Posted at 17:24h, 28 June

    Hurrah! I’ve missed your humourous blogging. Welcome back. Personally, I want the fancy key lime pie recipe you served on Sunday, but I think before and after pics are a priority too.
    Love,
    Robin

  • Terry Cohoe
    Posted at 17:40h, 28 June

    Yay, you’re back. You’ve been terribly missed. 🙂 I think I’ll cast my vote for before and after pics too.

  • The Diva on a Diet
    Posted at 18:03h, 28 June

    Welcome back, Charmian! I’ve missed you so! I’m voting for pics of the new kitchen, please. I can’t wait to see it. I’m also having a small chuckle at that melted steamer … really life, indeed!
    .-= The Diva on a Diet´s last blog ..Thirsty Thursdays- Aperol Edition =-.

  • Charmian Christie
    Posted at 23:08h, 28 June

    @Nancy, I’m working on them right now. Look for shots and explanations tomorrow. Thanks for the input.

  • Charmian Christie
    Posted at 23:09h, 28 June

    @Cheryl Arkison, photos I can give you, but marriage advice? How about — never get angry at the same time? It works if you can coordinate your ire, which is easier said than done.

  • Charmian Christie
    Posted at 23:11h, 28 June

    @Cheryl, you’re welcome any time! I’ve missed you (and your humour) too. I will be swinging by 5 Second Rule and posting rude comments starting tomorrow.

  • Charmian Christie
    Posted at 23:13h, 28 June

    @Amy Proulx, thanks for the vote of confidence. With the renovations eating up all my time and energy, I didn’t do much to the gardens but prune and weed. Fortunately, we’ve had a lot of rain and heat, so the lavender and roses were amazing –but thanks to Mother Nature, not me.

    If my sister is open to it, I’ll post photos from the Big Day. July 17th is coming fast!

  • Charmian Christie
    Posted at 23:14h, 28 June

    @Monica Bhide, I missed you too, Monica. You’re always so positive.

    Look for photos soon!

  • Charmian Christie
    Posted at 23:15h, 28 June

    @Sophie, thanks for the warm welcome. It was hard to stay away but necessary. I’m posting photos tomorrow, so stay tuned!!

  • Charmian Christie
    Posted at 23:16h, 28 June

    @Robin Smart, the lime pie suffered from the humidity, but tasted good. Sorry there are no left overs, but I’ll make you one of your own if you ask really, really nicely. And share with me…

  • Charmian Christie
    Posted at 23:20h, 28 June

    @Terry Cohoe, thanks for the feedback and the enthusiastic response. It means a lot.

    I missed this space and all the wonderful commentors. While I’m glad to have a new kitchen, I’m equally glad to be have my life back to normal (if you can call it “normal”).

  • Charmian Christie
    Posted at 23:23h, 28 June

    @The Diva on a Diet, I’ve missed you and fun posts, too! But you have been on my mind a lot — every time I crack open that bottle of Domain de Canton ginger liqueur!!

    I’ll post pictures tomorrow. The recipes can wait!