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April 24, 2007

Exciting Update: Amy's 1st Vlog!

Amy Devers starts the discussion for an official name for the Blog Cabin. Bring the ideas! Watch Amy now by clicking continue reading link below.

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April 7, 2007

Let's Get it Started

Hiya!
Construction on our cabin is about to begin. Can I get a “Whoo hoo!” I know a whole lot about building, but I don’t know a whole lot about building a log cabin. This will be my first one. No worries though, I looked up some instructions on the internet so I should be good to go.

Just kidding! I will be working along with a team of log cabin experts so there’s no chance of screwing it up. There is of course, as there is on every construction job, the possibility of unforeseen dilemmas, weather challenges, accidents (please no personal or animal injuries!) general surliness among the workers and two of my personal faves, high jinks* and tomfoolery*. It’ll be interesting to see how the chemistry among all of us develops. I tend to like most people right off the bat, plus, I have a ton of respect and admiration for people who are good at their jobs and take pride in their work. We’ve put together a top-notch crew so I have very high expectations. I have a low tolerance for laziness, sloppy work, bad attitudes or dangerous negligence, though. If I see any of that, you will definitely see a different side of me. (Of course I’m always reasonable and rational. Except during private fits of road rage. But that’s beside the point.)

So, this being my first log cabin, the learning curve will be pretty steep. Plus I’ll be away from my home turf and a bit out of my element (the mountains are beautiful, but I’m a city girl – that’s my comfort zone.) However, I am totally up for the challenge and I know we’re all deeply invested and committed to making this cabin absolutely dynamite! Via this blog, I’ll keep you posted every step of the way.

I’m on my way to the Smokies, but I’ll meet you right back here in a day or two,
Amy

*Suggestions now being accepted. ;)

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April 3, 2007

The Results are IN!

Hello Fellow Blog Cabiners,

At approximately 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 3, voting for the 2007 Blog Cabin was closed and the results are now posted.

So what do you think? This is the place to "chop it up" and let everyone know what you thought about the choices - the photo finish in flooring, the obvious choices, the head-scratchers - now is the time to let us know...because now it's on to construction!

Cheers,
Watson Hawkins
Content Manager, DIYnetwork.com

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