Things to improve

Dale and I agree that it's important to pay attention to the things that need improvement in a house right away, before they become invisible.  Here are some things we have noticed.

• The lighting in the kitchen is poor - when you go to wash the dishes you are washing in your own shadow.  We think we could extend the track so it goes over the sink.  I'm also looking into under-cabinet lighting.
• The kitchen really lacks storage space, but there is a good spot for a large freestanding cabinet.  We're in the market for a buffet with a hutch, something like this one. But maybe not oak.  Meanwhile we are making do with random open shelving that the sellers left in the basement.
• We could use some sheer curtains in our bedroom as well as the opaque ones that are there, for when we want both light and privacy.
• The curb is muddy in the parking zone.  We should probably put gravel there (and expect to refresh it regularly).  People on the street have done various things.
• There are some outlets that aren't functional that it would be good to have repaired. 
• We've still only found the one phone jack, in the basement.  Maybe there are others hiding behind boxes.
• There's a very drafty spot by the back door.  There are probably others - we should do a search and check the inspector's report.

While I'm at it:  Fabulous little luxuries that we are enjoying multiple times a day include the miraculously thorough, forgiving, and efficient dishwasher; the filtered water from the door of the fridge; the shining interior of the fridge in which everything is completely visible and accessible; the pot rack; the touch-screen programmable thermostat; and the very melodious doorbell.