compromise

is sometimes hard to find.

We've been spending nearly every spare moment of the past two weeks looking at things we want for the house. Light fixtures, paint colors, decor options, even furniture. And for all of these, three things have to come into harmony.
1. Me
2. Kent
3. Our Budget

Here's what we're up against--

I like:
Big, open rooms, light colors, bright kitchens, white furniture, natural wood, blues, greens, yellows, beadboard or white paneling, a sort of whimsical-retro-beachy-cottage feel.

Kent likes:
Multiple living areas, curtains and blinds, muted light, granite, espresso or black furniture, reds, browns, white trim, a craftsman-traditional style.

Our budget likes:
Almost none of the above. This style:

Let's just say we're working on it.