Almost there...

John, Emma, Audrey and I left for vacation before the cottage was totally complete - probably a testament to our trust in Craig. Craig oversaw the final fabrication and installation of the cabinets, including one in the bathroom, which houses the hot water heater. He also coordinated with our painter, Fred Hopkins, who painted all the walls, ceilings, cabinets, doors etc. John and I had this crazy notion that we could do this work ourselves...a deja vu for anyone who followed the house renovation. Anyway, we came to our senses just in time, again. Fred was awesome. He put two coats on everything, protected our newly finished floors, and sealed the cabinet interiors. He finished just prior to our return, which allowed Craig enough time to hang the bamboo shades I had ordered before we left. It was such a treat to come home and find the cottage ready to decorate.