The kitchen remodel was trying, but is now complete. The kitchen area was enlarged, cabinets replaced, and countertops upgraded to granite. The microwave is now mounted above the stove freeing up valuable counter space and exhausting outside instead of back into the house, and the new dishwasher seems to do a good job. The new split sink seems much more useful, and much deeper on the large side, and the more modern faucet with integrated sprayer is a welcomed improvement.
Naturally, the AC felt that it wasn't getting enough attention and died the week we went down to check out the finished kitchen. Both indoor and outdoor AC units have been replaced and we hope will not only provide years of service, but also cool the house more efficiently and a little bit faster.