The Deck

Matthias and I spent a majority of last weekend working on the deck. We still don't have the steps done but the top part looks gorgeous (or at least I think so). It's a major improvement over what it used to look like at any rate. There were some casualties along the way however. A little bit of blood, a very nice splinter, majorly sore thighs, hamstrings, and backs, and Matthias' pair of jeans which didn't make it through the project.

Tools of the trade:

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and

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We removed the planks a few at a time. Any bigger than that and Matthias freaked out. I think he was worried I'd fall through or that my legs would be too short to get across. Safety First!

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Matthias cutting wood:

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Very funny....

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All that is left to do (plus a whole bunch more screws and getting rid of the old wood and some painting and....)

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The Final Product:

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