I fixed the hot water shutoff valve today and proceeded to cook several things that were needing preparation. Five pints of tomatoes that have ripened are now diced and in pint jars, I made a batch of beans that is now frozen in small (~ 12 oz) jars to take for lunches. The few things I fixed were to use up ingredients in the fridge so I could clear out space.

The kitchen is generally okay for a room that is going to get a huge workout tomorrow. Since I started this plan to work on the house on weekends I've made progress. Tomorrow's cooking will be with the stove and faucet I replaced, and in past weeks some light fixtures were replaced, I've built a fence thing in the garage to keep Zeke from running out when I open the big door, and I finally sold that chandelier. After a couple of weeks of keeping the ant bait supplied I've just about killed off the worst of the buggers. Maybe over the holiday break I can contemplate one of the larger projects like floor tile and paint in a bathroom.

Turkey is in the brine, and I'm headed to bed. Have a great day tomorrow, those of you doing Thanksgiving. Sometimes there isn't much time for the computer when you're stage managing a feast.

SRS