I think that if I had seen that photo before we did our kitchen, I might have done the copper sink in the island. I really wanted to work in copper somewhere, but it didn't seem to fit anywhere else and I was picturing a green sink over time. Counters would not have worked for me, but I love the island idea. I wasn't trying to talk anyone out of copper -- just posing the likely questions and ones I wasn't able to resolve for myself. I also realized after I last posted that most of the things I was looking at trying to think about how copper would age were probably only thin copper plating -- like the roof of a bird feeder outside that quickly became pitted and yucky. You probably wind up with some rusting metal underneath rather than copper, and that's not a fair comparison. luvnola, I'm sorry you're not rebuilding in Nola, but glad you can recreate the charm you need wherever you are. I can asee copper like that adding to the charm, It is different, and that's what will make it what you love. That's what's really important -- making your kitchen nd your home what work for you -- functionally, of course, as well as some touches that feed the soul. I got flack for marble counters and for my three different cabinet finishes, but the end result just feels so right for me. I love many looks, but this is one I will alsways feel at home with. Enjoy! BTW, I did not find soapstone that would work for me and wound up with a brushed granite instead. Love it too, but I still love soapstone and may put it in our laundry room if I get a chance. The marble wsa less than my granite, and I would have thought copper would be more. The sinks and hoods are certainly pricey. You'll have everyone fooled. ;-)

Congratulations! It is nice to not have to deal with a public laundry. I have not heard of Edgestar before. Looking forward to your review of it. Joe

love the christmas card exchange. have a great time on your trip and i will watch for your post about the exchange. ;)

My GN came yesterday! It even has a fruit on it. It looks like it is gearing up to flower again, I can see some buds starting to form. It looks a little pale but I'm sure some foliage pro will take care of that quick! and my new lime tree. I thought it was a key lime but it says Mexican lime haha it is a teeny but bigger than the Meyer and has roots sticking out of the bottom of the container. He will be the first to be repotted haha.