I came home from work yesterday to find that I had a new sink and a new toilet....
When I first bought my flat in 1997, I didn't have the money to do any renovations or touch ups to the place. Slowly over the years I have added new furniture (as opposed to having all the 2nd hand stuff) changed a few bits and bobs and now finally I am updating the toilets and sinks and giving the place a fresh coat of paint.
I gave the contractor a key, and I was a bit worried that I let men into my home with free rein to wander around while I am at work... its a bit scary.
I wonder if they will go through my drawers and yes am terrified that they will manhandle my underwear. Several people that I mention this to, think I am crazy, and some think its highly comical and some think that perhaps if they do want to rifle through my underwear I should be flattered.....
Its also scary as I am way out of my comfort zone....as in being in control of the painting and repairs and being there in the house while they do it.....
Painting started today and I had intended to take the morning off work and be there to make sure that everyone knew what they were supposed to do. I gave them whatever instructions were required and then I found that I was getting in their way, so I left them to it and went to work. In reality they didnt need me there at all for any instructions. I just stressed myself out with my need to be in control!
When I get home tonight I will have a freshly painted bedroom and the place will be in a mess.
Its going to be total chaos with the painters coming in for the next few days but I am actually looking forward to having this mini home improvement done.
Time to go shopping for new curtains ......
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