Friday, August 26, 2022

Post and Beam

A major hurdle in the cabin building was figuring out how to lift 6x12 beams 9 feet in to the air. Since the heaviest beam was 200 pounds, I figured if I could rope in 3 to 4 friends it would be like lifting bags of dog food. So easy, right? It wasn't. It was awkward with the ladders and people lifting at different speeds. Fortunately, my friends were smart and strong and made it happen. And I was completely relieved.

I made them bbq ribs and mashed potatoes and had a cooler of beer and soda and juice as a small token of thanks.



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