At the excavators' suggestion, we are relocating the final approach of the drive. Our original plan would've made our home, well...unapproachable. (Except by sky cables!) Way too steep. Our new route will, by necessity, cut through the triangular stand of trees I had beautiful plans for...alas, now gone. I guess I should know by now not to make any plans.
Maneuvering machinery through some tight spaces.
It takes us hours to fell, cut, and move trees that this nifty machine can push over like dry grass.
We sat and watched the excavators for a few hours...I think the kids were as excited as we were to finally see some progress being made.
Camped out inside the perimeter of the future garage.
Working on the (more approachable) approach to the homesite.
Whew, it's warm today...time for a cold drink!
Our last glimpses up the hill as we leave for the day...the work will continue for a few hours, though.
We decided to leave one tree standing...does it look strange there all by itself? Perhaps I'll plant some other things there around the turn to our home.
Farther down the drive, looking up. It's been widened and smoothed out...awaiting shale.
From the same position as above, only looking down. Already the grade has been improved...still steep, but better.
Looking up from the bottom...in a few days, after 50 loads of shale...we'll be driving up there instead of walking!
Things are starting to get interesting...FINALLY!
Stay tuned,
Kris
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