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Aug. 10th, 2022 08:20 amWe're heading out for the day with my MiL in a few hours. No idea where but probably inland because it's going to be close to 30c again today and the beaches will be rammed.
My brother got in touch yesterday and operation kitchen refurb is a go from next Monday.
On Monday Chris is coming to take down the upper units, that same day we're getting five blinds replaced. I'm not mentioning any names but since we got a certain cat, two of the blinds have missing slats where someone has jumped at them while watching the leaves blow. Though to be fair, the blinds are old now, look scruffy, and are well past when they needed replacing.
Tuesday I need to paint the walls where the units have been. Considering they haven't been touched above the units for over 20 years I suspect a few coats will be needed.
Wednesday the electrician is coming. It's also Bodhi's first birthday. She's having a big party so I hope the electric work doesn't take too long. Though if it does I'll be heading to the party and James will have to attend late.
Thursday or Friday my brother is going to start the ceiling.
Every day, I'll spend time fretting at spending so much. Yes, this is money specifically set aside for the kitchen but still, omg and ouch.
The week after I image the bulk of the units will be fitted, countertops etc. Plus, James has his op on the Thursday.
In terms of that, it turns out he couldn't reschedule. They're mega backed up in the unit right now and if he had tried to reschedule it could have been months again before he got a new date. That's not just workable for multiple reasons, especially as halfway through next month his pay will drop to half if he's still off.
He is on the cancellation list so fingers crossed an earlier spot could happen if people drop out, but obviously, we can't rely on that. Thankfully, the holiday can be cancelled for a full refund up to three days before so we're waiting for now but waiting while resigned that the holiday probably won't happen.
But, on the plus side, shiny new kitchen eventually, my brother is taking on all of the organisation which is a huge help, James will hopefully finally get some answers soon and another holiday will happen at some point.
My brother got in touch yesterday and operation kitchen refurb is a go from next Monday.
On Monday Chris is coming to take down the upper units, that same day we're getting five blinds replaced. I'm not mentioning any names but since we got a certain cat, two of the blinds have missing slats where someone has jumped at them while watching the leaves blow. Though to be fair, the blinds are old now, look scruffy, and are well past when they needed replacing.
Tuesday I need to paint the walls where the units have been. Considering they haven't been touched above the units for over 20 years I suspect a few coats will be needed.
Wednesday the electrician is coming. It's also Bodhi's first birthday. She's having a big party so I hope the electric work doesn't take too long. Though if it does I'll be heading to the party and James will have to attend late.
Thursday or Friday my brother is going to start the ceiling.
Every day, I'll spend time fretting at spending so much. Yes, this is money specifically set aside for the kitchen but still, omg and ouch.
The week after I image the bulk of the units will be fitted, countertops etc. Plus, James has his op on the Thursday.
In terms of that, it turns out he couldn't reschedule. They're mega backed up in the unit right now and if he had tried to reschedule it could have been months again before he got a new date. That's not just workable for multiple reasons, especially as halfway through next month his pay will drop to half if he's still off.
He is on the cancellation list so fingers crossed an earlier spot could happen if people drop out, but obviously, we can't rely on that. Thankfully, the holiday can be cancelled for a full refund up to three days before so we're waiting for now but waiting while resigned that the holiday probably won't happen.
But, on the plus side, shiny new kitchen eventually, my brother is taking on all of the organisation which is a huge help, James will hopefully finally get some answers soon and another holiday will happen at some point.
