Life changes

While this post doesn't share house projects, it does include some major life renovations.

I was in a motorcycle accident two weeks ago and through God's grace, I survived the crash. There were casualties..my left leg was amputated from right above the knee, I have a broken pelvis, and some major bruises. While it sucks (a lot), I'd rather be alive and have a couple broken bits than not be here. I'm learning to live in a new normal. It's challenging, but then again, I've always liked a challenge :)

Link to my Caring Bridge site: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/jamiekvamme

After being in the hospital for two weeks I was so happy to come home. And even better, I came home to a kitchen that's darn close to finished! A handful of our wonderful and amazing friends and family came and worked on our house while we were cooped up in the hospital. It was awesome. Some updates coming soon!

The Kitchen Renovation - Part I

When we bought the house, the kitchen had the basics (sink, appliances, cabinets), but nothing was really that functional. We had ZERO counterspace and the layout was terrible. We knew we were going to remodel and it would have to be the first big project we tackled.

We took out appliances and took the first swing at the plaster. It was scary. But then we took all of it down and it wasn't as bad as I imagined. In fact, I found it fascinating to see behind the walls and learn how everything was put together. It's a lot like a puzzle. A really old, antique puzzle made from materials that are no longer used.

Once our walls were opened up, we took advantage and re-plumbed the kitchen and added pipes for a master bath, and re-wired just about everything. These old houses were NOT built for modern appliances or technology. Our outlet situation was impossible. Now we're just about fixed up :)