Plenty of firsts

Plenty of firsts in this project. First time building a structure from the ground up. First fence with H-posts, t-posts, and hardwire. First use of our own auger. First use of our new chain saw. Finding some clay on this sandy property. It's been a learning experience to say the least. Making plans, changing plans, gathering materials, changing location, correcting mistakes along the way, time restraints, and weather - lots of wet and cold weather. This project took a tad bit longer than anticipated.

What to do (or, more like how we did it):
Research what you want or think you want. Discuss and decide what you think you want. Change your minds on the type of structure half a dozen times. Choose materials, change material choice, and change it again. Location. Choose a location, mark it off. After Rachel and Michael clear it, dig holes, and start.... change the location. Change foundation type. And, start again.

Now you have an idea of how this went. We're never quite this indecisive about things.

Even after measuring, things were either perfect or just off. I think it bothers Michael the fence isn't square but, it's a fence, I don't care. As long as it works that's all that matters to me! After this is finalized I'm pretty sure we'll only be doing maintenance around here for a while just to give ourselves a break.

Cleared and started

Everybody has an opinion...

Of course, it has to be stained like the coop, DUH!

Floor, framing, and first panel up

Paneling almost finished, doors, and roof joists added

Oliver wondering if it's time to head back to the house for dinner

Hazel supervising and watching progress from atop the tractor

Now, you ask, "What is this for?"

My response, "You'll have to wait just a little bit longer." But, it's cute, right?!