@grammyn Wow, hats off to your husband and you. We did a major renovation about 5 years ago, which includes many of the things you have done. So, my job now is a minor one, mostly for organizational and look purposes. I have spend the day moving books from Jeff's office, which is in one extreme of the house, to the new shelves. Gosh, so much to do, but it's a great feeling.
thanks for the detailed description too! i gave you an equally lengthy response!