You Matter.

I was browsing around some of the science sites tonight and got captivated by one of the hubble telescope galleries. Just imagine, peering into an almost infinitely minute sliver of the sky, then seeing what looks like millions of stars. In actuality, these are galaxies! Each blob and spec is billions of stars. Click on the picture to see more detail and be amazed more than ever that you matter!

Treehouse update

Ok, it's not finished, but it's far enough along to show and tell. The treeHOUSE is appx 7'x9', and has 6'-3" ceilings. The 4 roof trusses used are 12' from tip to tip and will have green ribbed steel roofing applied once I figure out how to get it up there (which will match the house). I found 3 miniature windows that were display models at Fleet Farm in Hudson, and have two 14" barn 4 light windows. The siding will be stained red to match the house. The support system is bolted with slots to allow the trees to move where they need to in the wind without destroying the treehouse. There is a trapdoor in the floor to get inside. I plan on insulating and weather-proofing so that we can use it year round. The thoughts of electricity and lighting have also been bounced around. Why not.