Kellybean
Random bits of life

A few weeks ago, we had a little party to celebrate the completion of phase 1:

*new interior paint
*new windows & window shades
*carpet removed and hardwood floors refinished
*remodeled bathroom
*new kitchen appliances
*new dining room furniture & chandelier

Here are the pics

If you can’t remember what the house looked like before, click here.

We still need to buy a mirror for the bathroom, light fixtures and rugs for the hall and foyer, but we’re pretty much done with the major stuff this time around.

I hope that all y’all had a lovely Turkey Day. I think that for the most part our first Thanksgiving was a success!

The brined turkey turned out fabulous! I did make the mistake of not pulling out the bag of giblets – but, hey, the turkey turned out just fine…

I was up late the night before, preparing the desserts…Pumpkin Cheesecake (which was yummy!) and an Apple Tart with Prunes & Cognac (which is now a household favorite)….as well as the Hors d’Oeuvres (Cheddar & Chive Gougeres) and the veggies (Haricots Verts with Toasted Almond Butter). My hubby decided upon himself to prepare and cook the potato dish – and he did pretty well, even though they weren’t mashers. ;o)

All in all, it was a wonderful Thanksgiving with dear friends and family.

Oh yeah, I am thankful for my health, my family and my friends. :o)