The robbin has returned home all fat and chirpy. I want to thank all who participated and kept her hopping along. Special thanks to Tina who started, planned and provided the start up seeds. The robbin would have not existed without her. I just took a quick look at the contents and want to especially thank those who sent me special thank you seeds. That was a very nice and unexpected surprise. I'll find special places for them. I already had special plans for the snow man marigolds and they are SO cute. I'm starting those seeds today. Thank you thank you!!! A super special thanks too to whoever put in the Anasazi beans. What a treat. Now questions: 1) How do you start the 4 o'clocks. I have "just planted them" twice and never got anything. Tell me what to do so that the third time will be the charm Any tips or clues on the "formosa lilies"? It says constant moisture, like at the edge of a pond or just moist with good drainage??? Or whatever???? 3)Was there anything in there that you were really wanting but did not take???? If it came home, chances are excellent that you can still have it. Just let me know. Thanks again to all Beth

There is still hope! I've been in touch with the rescue group that has her and have filled out an application with them. I'm not "local" to them, but they'll consider us with a strong vet reference. The foster mom said that she never broke out with parvo symptoms, so they plan to watch her for about another week just to make sure she is through the woods. Keep your fingers crossed!

This was my first post on this forum and I'm really not sure I ever would again. I am shocked by how rude some of these comments are. I still can't figure out what is so difficult about my question. My brother is being awesome and remodeling a kitchen he doesn't have to, letting us design the whole thing and triples his cabinet budget when asked. All he asks for in return is that I order them quickly. I just wanted to see what other options besides the Belmont was available in that price point, besides IKEA. I get it, people like IKEA, it's not an option, I've said that, so stop arguing the point. In 20 plus responses I see 2 that actually address my question.

I did a lot of research before purchasing and ended up with the list below. I was also able to find all of them on sale or with a big discount. Each appliance got great reviews. Some lack bells a whistles, like the fridge that doesn't have a water or ice dispenser just ice in the freezer but they all have been very enjoyable to use so far. Most importantly they do their jobs well. The washer and dryer are under a counter and fit well. Electrolux was my first choice in that department but they were a little deeper than I wanted. Range - Samsung Slide-In Gas Range with True Convection - NX58H9500WS Venthood - Xtreme Air UL14-U36 Refrigerator - LG Large Capacity Bottom Freezer Refrigerator with Ice Maker - LDC24370ST Dishwasher - Bosch 500 Series 44-Decibel Built-In Dishwasher - SHP65T55UC Washer - Frigidaire 3.8 Cu.Ft. Front Load Washer featuring Ready Steam FFFS5115PW Dryer - Frigidaire 7.0 Cu.Ft Electric Dryer featuring Ready Steam FFSE5115PW Microwave Panasonic