Plumbing Problems, Part XICML

Since we moved into the Good House almost two years ago, I've had the plumber come out no fewer than a dozen times.  Not counting trips to the rental houses.  When he answers the phone, I say, "Steve, it's me again."  To which he replies, "What is it now, Carol?"  The latest problem is a broken kitchen faucet.  I went through the major decision process, considering every possible scenario:  Go ahead and get a new sink and a new faucet, while I'm at it; Hurry up and replace the countertops and do it all in one fell swoop, since I've been contemplating that for some time now; Just get the current faucet fixed and wait on the other stuff;  Get a new faucet which would, hopefully, fit a new sink down the road;  Just use the hot water faucet handle until I make up my mind.

After talking to my plumber and comparing all the options, I decided to go with the next to last option - just get a new faucet.  He's coming at 9:00 tomorrow morning.  I high-tailed it to Lowe's, and after more serious deliberation, settled on this lovely fixture: 

Luckily, Joe the Plumber forbade me to get any other brand than Delta or Moen.  That made my decision much easier.  Do you know how many choices there are?  It's a Moen Anabelle.  It set me back $178.  When I got home, I decided to check my beloved Amazon, expecting to find it for half that price.  Lo and behold, they have it for $332!  Wow.  Up until now, they always meet or beat the competition. 

I'm excited about my latest improvement.  I'm sure I'll have more to tell tomorrow.  Stay tuned...