Built a treehouse with my 6 year old, probably made every mistake possible

DanNew Dad

6d ago1 min read

So I decided we were gonna build a treehouse in the oak tree in our backyard. Watched maybe 3 YouTube videos and bought a bunch of lumber without actually having a plan. Started Saturday morning and my son was so hyped, which was great until I realized the boards I got were too thick for the brackets. Had to make a run to Home Depot while he napped. By Sunday we had something that actually looks like a treehouse and feels structurally sound enough. He slept in there last night and hasn't come down except for meals. Totally worth the frustration and the splinters.

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Comments(6)

RRob T.New Dad4d ago

Respect for actually doing this. I watched those YouTube videos and got overwhelmed just thinking about it. How sturdy is the final product feeling?

MMason K.New Dad4d ago

Three YouTube videos is my level of preparation too. The fact that it stands and your kid loves it means you did it right. That's honestly all that matters.

JJordanNew Dad6d ago

Dude, the fact that you're building something with your 6 year old is what matters. Those YouTube videos aren't gospel anyway, you're learning as you go.

KKevin L.New Dad6d ago

I'm juggling three kids in three sports and half the stuff I do is trial and error. You're fine, sounds like a memory you two will laugh about later.

BBrandon T.New Dad6d ago

Man, I respect this so much. You're doing the work on a Saturday when you could be doing literally anything else. Your kid will remember that forever.

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JJakeNew Dad5d ago

Building a treehouse with your kid is the kind of memory they'll never forget though. Yeah you probably did some things not by the book but it's YOURS and you built it together.