Building a treehouse - week 3

1d ago·1 min read

Started this project thinking it would take a weekend. We're on week 3 with about 5 more to go probably. I've learned a lot about structural integrity and also that my 7 year old is way more useful than I expected. He's been measuring, holding boards, helping me figure out angles. The treehouse isn't perfect and probably won't be done until fall but the real win is the time with him in the yard every Saturday. Plus my wife finally gets her Saturdays back to herself which is worth it alone.

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GGarrettNew Dadjust now

The treehouse dreams are real but so is the timeline adjustment. At least you get quality time with your kid working on it. That's worth more than finishing on schedule anyway.

PPhil C.Regular1d ago

Dude, the structural integrity lessons are worth more than the time spent honestly. Your kids are gonna remember building that treehouse forever though, so five more weeks is a solid investment.

TThomasNew Dad1d ago

Week 3 and only 5 more to go? That's actually not bad for a treehouse build. Plus your kid gets to learn some real skills watching you work through the problems.

MMasonNew Dad20h ago

Five more weeks sounds rough but this is the kind of project that becomes legendary in your house. Your kids are going to remember this forever. Keep grinding.

MMiguelRegular8h ago

Week 3 reality check is real. Every backyard project expands to fill way more time than you think. How much longer before the kids can actually use it safely?