Lessons learned from living at my brother's house for two months

• A kitchen large enough to allow two people to comfortably cook together can restore the joy in the process.
  
• Having enough counter space to spread out all the fun kitchen tools means having fresh bread and frozen yogurt on a regular basis.
  
• Having enough room to host loved ones for an extended period of time is a necessary luxury.
  
• Puttering in the garden can be a great way to while away a Sunday afternoon.
  
• Television is not the center of our lives.
  
• A dinner for two on the patio can be a nightly occurrence.
  
• A dishwasher can save a marriage.