Cabin Building

We decided that the structure looks a bit like a visitors center, which is kind of what we want the place to be - a place where you can visit, relax and enjoy.



On June 17, we celebrated our second wedding anniversary by spending the night in the unfinished cabin. Our only light within was this little lantern. When blowing out the candle we could see how bright the stars were from our front window. : )

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tNt in Spring

Quite a transformation. Green surrounds us and cicadas are even singing in the trees!

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Catching and releasing tadpoles


Picking edible mountain plants


Planting the garden


A leisurely walk around the pond

I Know...Old Snow

I know...these photos are totally outdated.
But I just have to share a few we took from our tNt Adventures in English winter classes.

I planted Japanese radish (daikon), burdock (gobo), and carrot seeds in the garden today. Hard to believe winter was even here. These pics are a good reminder.

I wish you could see how cute our students are. I chose shots where you can't see their faces close up.

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Shadow Walk



A Spin on the Snowmobile


Stomping on Snow Castles like Godzilla!



'Winter'saults



Japanese Crane Footprints

Our Mountain Retreat

We have been building a little cabin on the mountain. This is our first attempt at building something on our own, and although it can be frustrating at times, the building process is rewarding.

The wood we ordered came all the way from 100 Mile House, British Columbia, Canada.
Knowing this makes me feel that this place really is a home away from home!



Our mountain retreat will have:
- a big window with an amazing view
- a wood burning stove
- a loft

It won't have:
- electricity
- running water
- a flush toilet

The lyrics to the song, "My Blue Heaven" is what we also hope to have:

"You'll see a smiling face a fire place and a cozy room.
A little nest that nestles where the roses bloom.

....We're happy in my blue heaven."
(lyrics by George A. Whiting)


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