Evidences of the past

Beams are going up in the Writer's Cabin. All kinds of interesting items from the past are still attached to the wood. There are rusty gate hinges & bolts, old dowels, and even...yes, that is a mouse trap nailed to the edge! I wanted them left for the authenticity they bring to the project...not to mention conversation pieces.

A concrete porch was poured yesterday for the entry on one side. While awaiting it to set up enough for the scoring saw, I entered the cabin to see the beams. Jude needed to check in with me, and the most direct path was - you guessed it! directly across the wet cement into the front door. The delightful doggie prints on the diagonal into the door were the perfect complement to the rustic design..."Leave 'em!" I said, much to the amusement of the workmen.


Gazing up towards the glorious blue sky, my niece thought we should make the roof one entire sky light. Watching the magnificent green trees swaying in the breeze, I agreed she had a great idea. The ridge beam is gorgeous! Perhaps you can tell that I am getting very excited with the way things are shaping up.