Backyard Pergola

Chris used his construction skills to turn this pile of wood into an awesome pergola in our backyard!

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Before:

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And a few "during" pics:

Whiskers enjoys new hiding places during the building process:

It surprised us how the kittens tolerated the tool noises!

Chris did a great job on the step crescents!

We've already sat under it for more combined time than we had on the patio in the 7 previous years. We look forward to adding some lights and plants in the spring. For now, we're loving it as an addition to the backyard (and love the new view from the kitchen window too!).