Creating Kris

Protected: bucket full of sunshine

parenting 101 – blended family version

Sometimes I miss being a single mom. There were just some parts that were easier, quicker, and parenting “on the fly” was one of those things. I could just trust my instincts, do what I needed to do, and have it all work out. Harmony’s first few years went pretty well given that she was as prone to temper tantrums as any other toddler.

One of the many differences of parenting at the “late-20s-and-married-with-house-and-car” stage (as opposed to 18-and-single-with-nothing stage) is having to consult with your spouse on things. And have discussions when there are disagreements. Add to the mix that we have a blended family and this becomes even more challenging.
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Protected: went through the system, got chewed up and spit back out

trim inspection

Today, Paul and I went for our scheduled Trim Inspection at the new house! We had to wear hardhats and everything LOL (we look kinda dorky so the pic of two of us in front of the house won’t be widely distributed).

Although everything was still covered in a good layer of construction dust and some things weren’t yet finished, it was a good chance to see our colours in action (and together, and on a grand scale).

I’m really really pleased at how the 2 upstairs bathrooms turned out, and I am glad the kitchen linoleum matches so well with the ceramic that it bumps up against when it reaches the laundry/mud room and powder room.

I’m hesitant about the front hall tile and the kitchen cupboards, but I’ll wait until things are finished and give it a chance. The hallway banister hasn’t gotten its 2nd coat of stain, so perhaps when it does, the tile won’t look so dark. And I’m hoping the special backsplash we picked out and designed will help tie the kitchen cupboards into the whole “look” of the kitchen.

Countdown: 5 weeks until we get the keys, and just 4 weeks until our pre-delivery inspection! 3 months and 4 days until moving day!

Pics: The kitchen sink, the kids bathroom (colours by Harmony!), & the tub I am extreeeeeemely eager to soak in…

Rest of the pics can be found in the Family Photo Gallery in this folder.

Next steps: Book truck, finish designing “Change of Address” announcement cards, and keep on packing!