Obvious choice, right? Well, with the help of IKEA (countertop supplier), Ray's parents (countertop movers), Resource (sink supplier), and a lot of trips to Home Depot, we now have a new countertop, newly painted cabinets, and a new sink and faucet. And yes, pregnant ladies can paint, *if* it's low VOC paint. 
Of course, I totally got out of the two days of polyurethaneing the counters. :)
Anyway, it now looks FABULOUS, and I sooo glad to not be dealing with the darn (constantly stained) beige laminate, never mind how much we both enjoy the gloriously large sink (which also made the disposal quieter, yay). Now, about that microwave and dishwasher....
You know, I always thought it was insulting that people would suggest appliance as gifts for women. Huh. Goes to show what I knew, huh? Several solid days of effort and Ray creates a redone kitchen and I'm ecstatic!
