light

Then there is light...

 we are slowly unfolding our lives again

moving back into the kitchen

 living a "normal" life once again

peaceful and quiet

 familiar smells and sounds of our abode.

 Gone are the days

 of feeling displaced and awkward

amongst dust, power tools, contractors, people walking in and out

 washing dishes outside with the garden hose
our table, chairs and couches on the porch
living room filled to the brim with cook wear

 always on "red alert"

crossing our fingers that the dogs
don't walk on the newly varnished floor leaving permanent foot prints behind

 not having water
 or electricity

 nor a hot meal in 3 weeks

 

am I complaining?

No.

Uncomfortable and unfamiliar

Yes.

 

 it was all worth it

 no regrets

...and if it gets dark I can turn the light switch on!