We awoke about 5:45 like it was Christmas Day! And all day, Jack and I have had that butterfly feeling of excitement and on the edge of tears happiness as the timbers were delivered and the assembly started! It has gone way faster than we had imagined. The Blue Ridge TImberWrights crew is laying out the structure on the ground and barring snow on Wednesday, the crane will be here to raise these sections! The following is a sequence of photos from today. More later this week and things progress!
THE TRUCK ARRIVED BY 8:15 am!
The structure is assembled using joinery and pegs. No nails! This is a whole box of hand made oak pegs.
At the airport, pilots love to stop in to see the activity! Bob, Steve and Barry looked on.
The lull unloading the truck
Jack was so excited all day!
The crew begins to pound the pieces together. This bent will frame the fireplace.
Jack gets to drive in the first peg and Karen the second one!.
bedfordlandings 
Mar 04, 2013 @ 23:15:38
Karen,
I just love your blog and updates! You are such a good writer and storyteller. I’m an old friend of Jack’s and want to be there for the Grand Opening! I’ve already offered Jack my credit card number to ensure my place in history!
I can’t wait for the next update!
Phil
Mar 05, 2013 @ 00:09:03
How exciting wih each new step. We are so very happy for both of you.
Hugs and blessings,
Connie, Bob & Tucker
Mar 05, 2013 @ 00:24:53
Well Popeye and Olive Oil, what a “tree”mendous double birthday present for you both. Kiss a timber for us until we can get there to do it ourselves!
Mar 05, 2013 @ 02:57:47
What a birthday gift this is for both of you. I have sent this to the choir to let them celebrate with you. Love and miss you Lewanna
Mar 05, 2013 @ 03:41:41
How exciting! Another step closer. We always enjoy seeing your blog, and will be watching for your updates. Tom and Nancy
Mar 05, 2013 @ 12:44:09
How exciting!!!!! I just love it when a plan comes together! Blessings my friends!!!
Mar 05, 2013 @ 13:16:20
Glad it’s finally coming together. Looks great!
Jim
Mar 05, 2013 @ 13:36:55
Thanks for the update. I hope the weather cooperates.
Mar 05, 2013 @ 15:55:34
Karen and Jack – Congratulations! We can tell just how exciting this is for you. God’s blessings to you as you build your new home. Can’t wait to get over there to see it. Dottie and Ken
Mar 05, 2013 @ 18:33:43
Karen and Jack,
What a wonderful birthday gift for you both!!! So happy this is all coming together – God’s plan is working. We’ll be coming over soon to see the progress. Happy Birthday and God Bless you both.
Mar 05, 2013 @ 18:57:59
Great photos to create wonderful memories of all of your hard work. Blessings, Bill and Jennifer
Mar 05, 2013 @ 19:08:53
Thanks for the pictures,looking forward to seeing the finished product!!
Cindy
Mar 07, 2013 @ 23:03:43
So exciting to see this come together! Blessings on you both.
Nancy and Dave Woolley