Getting a new tap isn't difficult; it is the installation that is a hassle. Zzzzz. The handyman that we usually hire told us that he is too busy this period to take the job. We went to IMM to buy a $60ish tap and in addition, paid another $60 for installation. The labour cost is almost the price of the tap but this is already considered a good deal. The last time, in a different kitchenware shop, I was quoted $90 for labour, which is more expensive that the tap that we bought. What? Do I look like a carrot head?
The installation will take place on today. At least we don't have to survive any much longer on the failed tap. And while choosing the tap in the crowded shop, it reminded me of the time where Daddy Lim and I were newlywed, looking for taps and toilet racks to fit into our tiny budget amidst a sea of shinny ware. I like new things. Hahaha. I also saw young couples doing what we did years ago, spending thousands of dollars in one seating.
Our home is almost 8 years old and had seen us through 2 kids, 5 different maids, ah yee and finally popo. The house has definitely aged a lot especially since popo shifted in. Her habit of using water, loads of water to clean everything from tiles floor, to sofa, to parquet floor to our wooden dining table definitely accelerated the damage. Then again, the kids had been spending much more time in the house as compared to the initial years where it was only the 2 of us and we hardly spent time at home. Our family make-up has also changed but the house remains as it was when we 1st designed it using our tiny budget then. Along the years, we made do with an additional cupboard here and another mattress there.
We have been toying with the idea of a major renovation since moons back but it is a huge logistics challenge - where do we stay during the renovation? So, nothing was done and I sulked over the periods where the temptation was so strong and I just want to tear down the furniture and buy new ones. See, I told you that I like new things. I must have good self control. Hehe.
Suddenly, an opportunity presents itself and the whole idea of doing the major renovation comes back. Daddy Lim and I had been thinking about it hard. We even went to the extent of pulling out the floor plan and walking the house, looking in details at what needed to be done. We suddenly seemed to rediscover our house. Lol.
The whole idea is very exciting. The kids are excited when we show them pictures of very nice but expensive bed sets. Daddy Lim and I are even intending to visit some IDs soon. I wonder how things will develop from here. I like new houses. Woohoo!
Mummy Lim
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