Convienieces

I have been thinking of things that I miss that are often very convenient back home. First of all, tools. Hammer, screw drivers, drills, and screws. All very useful, and when you could use them, you realize how nice they are to have. Also a step ladder; very helpful when you need to change light bulbs on the ceiling. In general, hardware stores. When you would like to get such things that one does not have, or some wood glue to help stabilize the broken, rocky chair needed to stand on to change the lights. I’m sure there are places with such things, I just haven’t been there yet. Secondly, the most wonderful technological advancement in baking: my air-bake cookie sheet. The one cook wonder for baking anything and everything! Also a mail box. That way the dog doesn’t open your mail before you do.
But I have found some very useful and wonderful things here. First of all, the radiators and pipes that go along two sides of my room. On cold nights it is wonderful to have your bed right in the corner! They are also great at drying clothes, towels or just warming up your hands and feet in no time at all. Segmented windows, (for lack of a better way to describe them). They are easy to open, and you can choose if you want the small part open or the large part. And if you want both sides open or just one. Also, house slippers. I think more households in America should resort to putting on house slippers upon entry into a home, they are very comfy. Another wonderful thing is the swing in our courtyard! I like it! And oh, the fresh bread at the store, and pretty much everywhere!