Hidden gadgets appeal to the tech nerd in me!

Like many people these days, we are a gadget family. They would have a lot more use if they were lined up behind the workbench attached to electrical outlets. The chore of getting them out of drawers and setting them up to use is definitely one of my least favourite tasks in the kitchen. We're now thinking of having the upstand part of the wall overlooking the family room removed and extending the depth of the benchtop to have them all lined up ready to use every day. Now our only problem is finding someone to do this work. Most kitchen companies want to only do the whole kitchen, and aren't interested in anything less, so make their quotes far too high for the work we need done, and even suggest that we replace the whole kitchen which is only 3 years old.

Bathroom- because it's the first room we've completely finished in our reno!

Yes, life goes on for me too, always something to do and a brisk walk always starts the day well and is warming too. Unfortunately we have just as many weeds that like to grow in winter as in summer, so the gardening never really stops but it is a great place to be on sunny days. Heavier work can also be done over winter before the heat of summer. I also like to catch up with friends for lunches in sheltered outdoor eating areas many cafes provide these days. On the really cold, wet days I like to take time out and indulge in my hobbies, winter is a great time to catch up with them and still feel productive.