IMAGES NOT IN GROUPS CAN BE ENHANCED WITH A CLICK. SIMILARLY, THOSE IN GROUPS ACCESS GALLERIES WHICH CAN BE VIEWED FULL SIZE BY SCROLLING DOWN THEIR PAGES AND CHECKING BOXES AT BOTTOM RIGHT
This morning we unpacked a set of complimentary pans that came with the hob.
The garden has perked up after the snow. Sap is rising in no longer flaccid daffodils, hellebores, irises, and primulas; the first sunshine warms the beds, casting striking shadows.
A couple of days ago we thought it would be impossible for Aaron of A.P. Maintenance to work today, yet, here he was, pruning roses.
Meanwhile, Richard completed the kitchen. The cupboard doors were finished;
one he had made for the under stairs cupboard that had only had a curtain before;
having smoothed over yesterday’s plastering, new power points were fitted everywhere. Notice how Pauline’s light catcher bestows her blessings on the proceedings,
and a saucepan’s seal of approval is presented in a smiley face.
After a long day’s work, Richard carefully and patiently gave us tutorials on how to operate the scarily complex equipment. Tomorrow I will feature the total tour de force.
This evening, in our new dining area, we enjoyed a takeaway meal provided by Mr Chan at Hordle. I drank Concha y Toro Casillero del Diablo reserva 2016.
Looks brilliant Derrick. Can’t argue with saucepan smiles.
Thanks a lot, Frank
Can’t believe how quickly the garden revived–but perhaps it revelled in the snow? Nice to see Aaron too – you seem to have all the luck with your workers. Can’t wait for tomorrow’s post 🙂
Very many thanks, Mary
Wow! Send him over here. I need some work done! 😊
I think the saucepan is channelling Noddy.
Many thanks, Susan
Hallelujah! Stamina and perseverance!!
Many thanks, GP
Smiley Face Saucepan and Pauline’s light catcher are definitely good omens. I can’t believe your kitchen is nearly complete!
And how wonderful that your daffodils are rising and no longer flaccid. 😉
Very many thanks, Merril 🙂
Looking good.
Thanks a lot, Brian
All looking great Derrick, and I imagine soon lovely meals will be produced in your new kitchen on your sparkling new hob. Wishing you lots of great meals and enjoyable cooking days.
Very many thanks, Agnes
I’ll bet Jackie is anxious to cook the first meal. I wonder what it will be?
Many thanks, Jill. Actually the technology is all rather frightening 🙂
I know!
All looks good, Derrick and Jackie! The garden is coming along, Aaron is hard at work, and the kitchen just about ready. 🙂
Thanks very much, Lavinia
Looking good!
Oh it’s finished – how wonderful! I love the happy face courtesy of the saucepan and so glad the light catcher is still sparkling. I look forward to seeing tomorrow’s reveal <3
Many thanks, Pauline
Lucky you – spring is in your garden. Loved the saucepan’s smile! And those lovely cupboard doors with spice racks. Double lucky you!
Many thanks, Seedbud
Everyone should have saucepan smiles. Thanks for the tour.
Many thanks, Peggy
That was quick. Yay for tomorrow.
It certainly was, Andrew. Many thanks
You got free cookware with your new range how nice is that all I got was free haul away of my old one..lol
Thanks very much, msw. Fortunately we could give our older appliances to Aaron, and Kitchen Makers took away everything else
Oh, that’s nice way to pay it forward 🙂
Love the swing doors, with condiments shelves attached to doors, what a grand space saving idea. And it’s wonderful that your garden has survived the early spring snowfall.
Very many thanks, Ivor
One of my most used books I bought for a dollar in a second-hand shop in Ashville, North Carolina. It is called “When the Good Cook Gardens”. Looking at your wondrous blog it is a book that neither Jackie or you are in need of! Enjoy the garden and the kitchen!
Very many thanks, Bruce. How apt
Looks good. I love the approval of saucepan smile.
Many thanks, Byung
When saucepans smile, all’s well with the world. 🙂 … did they warn you about all the ‘new appliance smells’? It took about five uses before our new slow cooker stopped smelling like melted used tennis shoes. It didn’t affect the food itself, thankfully. 😀
Many thanks, Widders. Richard did what he called “burning out” the ovens – I had that was it
Yes the wonderful Richard not only explained the new appliance smells he did the ‘burn off’, as he called it, to get us started. I am SO scared of my new ovens that I would have panicked big time if I had got that smell the first time I used them!!
Ah, bless ‘im. 🙂
Indeed
You’ll be a whiz at the button pushing before you know it, Jackie. They just beep at you if you do it wrong. : )
The garden is nice
Thanks you, Cinnamon Girl
You’re welcome
Your homestead is abuzz with the promise of the new! It’s interesting how your camera is the perennial chronicler.
Many thanks, Uma. That is the idea
Sauce pan smiles in anticipation of the culinary queen. Wonderful!
Many thanks for that take on it, Laurie
So, Derrick, your major project reaches fruition. I’m looking forward to your summing up.
Many thanks, Roland
How appropriate that Spring is fulling springing as your kitchen is completed. A whole new season all round 🙂
Many thanks, Osyth
Love that smiling saucepan! Looking forward to a full tour. It looks beautiful 🙂
Thanks very much, Sandra
The kitchen is coming on brilliantly Derrick, and the garden, its so good to see the grass green again isn’t it.. The snow went as fast as it came here with the help of heavy rain.
Hubby went to the allotment this morning, and we got some parsnips and leeks out and he said the temp in the allotment greenhouse was 60F . 🙂
Roll on Spring! 🙂
Yep. Many thanks, Sue
You must be relieved to see the sun again.
We were. But it’s raining now 🙂 Many thanks, LL/PS
A lot going on for you all, inside and outside the house. I’m glad the plants are perking up. Their tenacity amazes me.
Many thanks, Cheryl
Beautiful transformation, Derrick. I’m sure Jackie will really enjoy her new kitchen.:)
Many thanks, Andrew
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So glad it’s all over, Derrick! You are going to love the wonderful kitchen! Also glad you included the garden beginning to come alive. The resilience of plants is truly amazing!
Many thanks, Diane
It’s getting so close, Derrick. I like the pot-top’s smile of approval. 🙂 And your garden is perking up. That’s a wonderful sign that winter is coming to an end. 🙂
Thanks very much, Diana
Nice pans with the stove! Wow exciting derrick
Thanks very much, Lynn
Great to hear that things are going well both in the house and in the garden. I like the saucepan smile 😁
Thanks a lot, Helen
Derrick, you have nice brand new kitchen! I am pretty sure Jackie enjoys her new “workshop” 🙂 a lot. Congratulations!
Many thanks, Alexander
Looks like a beautiful new kitchen – Love those cabinets. I hope our garden bounces back as well as yours did – We have daffodils in bud and a forecast for a 24 hours snowstorm beginning tonight.
Many thanks, Jodie. Hope you survive, too
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A Master chefs Heaven Derrick, look forward to seeing some great dishes being presented, looks like the days of eating out are coming to a close, now take me to your Wine Cellar mate.
Cheers, Ian
Looking fab, Derrick!
Thanks very much, Persia
The garden looks marvelous! I enjoyed seeing the beautiful new stove top and the complimentary pots and pans. I imagine your cabinet with shelves looks like a perfect canned goods and spices storage area. Happy New kitchen, nearly finished! 🍺🍷
Many thanks, Robin. That cabinet is now well stocked
Oh wow! Is this your actual garden? It’s very similar to the vision my husband and I have. I love the potted plants, the path, the trellis! It’s lovely ☺️
Very many thanks, LDW. It is
Excellent!
Thanks very much, Rob