Hello
Joan,
It is a
peninsula or bar, and I love it. We thought about an island, but don't
have the extra space. It is the only workable counter space in my kitchen. All
the other counters are very small. We did sacrifice cupboard space but I love
the openness. I depend on my pantry even though it is not close to my kitchen.
When we
moved into our house 6 years ago, the counter was a major catchall, constantly
cover with what my DH fondly (NOT!!!!!) referred to as my piles of sh*t!
I have retrained myself since then. This is the center of my home,
if it looks bad the whole house looks awful. If I can make the change, so can
you. My DH puts papers and things on the little counter between the stove and
the doorway. They drive me crazy there, so I deal with them
immediately.
We often
eat breakfast or lunch there. When I have more guests than space at my table,
we have the kids use the bar. It really works for me. My kids do there
homework there. It is a large work space and I use it all of the
time.
Kindest
regards,
Vanetta
"Thoughts have power; thoughts are energy. And you can make your world or break it by your thinking."- Susan Taylor
-----Original Message-----Vanetta,
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Sent: Thursday, March 07, 2002 9:16 AM
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Subject: [JFC]: Vanetta's counters
We are in the midst of planning a new kitchen here. Do you like your island or bar or whatever you call it? I really like the concept, but am so afraid that it would become a catch all. Do you eat there, or do you eat at a kitchen table? Looks great!
Joan
