Monthly Archives: April 2016

Hard at work

As of yesterday I’m at Ozuye, spent the first night in my truck because there was a weather alert; thunderstorm with hail. Not great when in a cheap tent.  

 
Days are 100% outdoor and been on a ladder from early dawn til dusk. Pretty sure I got some sun

   

another cloudy day in Texas, not!
  
see the silver strips in between the logs? those will be chincked later on.
 

Sweet ride

Today found what will be my ride for the coming years in Texas.
It’s from 2001 and has a few miles on it, but still is in good shape, and seats up to six,
whilst still leaving plenty of space for stuff in the back.
Bob & Paulette were a great help finding the best car from a couple of dozens local car dealers.

Ford F150 XLS Super Cab
Ford F150 XLS Super Cab

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Wall definitely not paid by Mexico

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View on the house from Appaloosa drive

Finally part of the actual home is becoming visible; the walls are almost finished. In case you wonder; there will be windows and doors, but this is how log homes are built; walls first and then the 4 trusses will go up. From my bank account I can clearly see these walls are not paid by Mexico. But at least it’s finally starting to take shape.

The trees behind the house will keep the extension cool
The trees behind the house will keep the extension cool
Trusses from behind the house.
Trusses from behind the house.
No, that tiny door opening will not be the final size, but for now it's the only way in.
No, that tiny door opening will not be the final size, but for now it’s the only way in.
One should not be too scared of heights working on Log homes...
One should not be too scared of heights working on Log homes…
Neil and Dave posing behind the house.
Neil and Dave posing behind the house.
The color difference between the lower and higher logs should be gone after Wood Renewer and Cedar coloured protection goes on.
The color difference between the lower and higher logs should be gone after Wood Renewer and Cedar coloured protection goes on.