Roofed

Fantastic progress today on the Trainbarn, as we have most of the roofing iron (Zincalume) on.  The only part that isn't on is the section in the front where there'll be a portico entryway over the verandah, which interacts with the main roof.

We've also been installing the ceiling battens for the Gyprock plasterboard, although that won't be installed for a while.  Anyway, having the roof on further defines the space inside and I couldn't be more happy with it!  I was concerned that the walls were going to be a bit high (3.3m/ 11'), but they're perfect.  

Another item to arrive here is a kit to build a really cool replica of a NSWGR station 'Tickets' sign, which I'm looking forward to building and installing in the entry area of the Trainbarn.  They're available on Australian ebay.  Included are all the detailed instructions including what items are required from Bunnings hardware!

I've said to various people close to me that I wish I'd been doing all this when I was 38, instead of the 58 that I actually am.  While that remains true, a more grateful viewpoint is that I'm so glad I'm not 68!!  Nothing wrong with being that age, but I'm struggling enough with all the intense labour now, I couldn't imagine how I'd feel if I was older!!  My respect for builders increases daily!!