IT FINALLY BEGINS.....

This a photo of my cabin just before construction of the basement began. The contractor thinks, given weather considerations, we should be done in a month. Of course, that means works for me on the interior just begins.


Delivery of the iron support beams and the wood cross beams.

The steps have been removed from the front of the deck. The basement will not just go underneath the workshop portion of the building, but will also go underneath the deck, adding a good five feet width to the room. All this dirt is so BEAUTIFUL and looks to be almost entirely topsoil! A new herb garden is in the making.

Day one. Before the building can be raised, dirt must be dug out in order to make room for the supports.

And here it is, high up in the air. Electricity is reconnected (obviously I am here using the computer) and I will be able to use the cabin as work goes on beneath me. Getting in is a bit tricky, (note the cement-block 'steps' I fashioned to the left) but thankfully I'm agile.

Meanwhile, I picked the first few asparagus spears and made a rice dish with vegetables, and simply steamed the meager asparagus on top. Each bite was heavenly...though brief.

Accompanied by fresh naan, a apple, walnut, raisin salad and wine, we had a great meal that night.