Welcoming the big boys

Last Fri, Big & I rushed down to the flat to welcome the big boys. Ok, to be fair, Big was there much earlier becos the plumber had to pass him some pipe-extension-whatever thingy for the washing machine which he (i.e the plumber) had forgotten to fix last time we met.

I got there in time to get a tutorial on how to operate the washing machine (which I already know how to operate) from the delivery guys, and to write the cheque.

You know, this is the 1st time in 30 years that I can actually look into the top shelf of the freezer without having to stand on my toes. It feels a little strange. Maybe we need a base...

The oven hasn't been installed yet. I think Big will call Paul for help once he's done serving his country. Kinda doubt he can lift the thing up on his own anyway. Here's the kitchen with the big boys in:

For info - that's a Toshiba 7kg washing machine & a Hitachi "anti-mould gasket" fridge. The box is the Cuizino oven which goes into the gaping hole in the cupboard on the right...