The shot above was taken whilst standing atop the newly-formed (but not yet secured) platform extending off the deck. All is level and sound, and the concrete is nearly completely set...now I'm at a crossroads.
As you can see here, the ramp/platform is going to veer off the current direction at 30 degrees or so...but the question is, keep it flat and extend it until it meets the ground (which will be nice and level but will likely run into the actual driveway), or start a declination of 1 inch per foot where the ramp changes direction (which will make for a looooong incline)?
There's also the potential option of keeping things flat but building a wider platform to the left of the far end, a sort of landing or deck from which one can board or disembark from a car. This option would require more foundation building, groundscaping and materials, and if time is of the essence (as Dad's release may be imminent), it may be moot, but I'll probably decide today how to proceed and continue construction. If you have any ideas either way, HIT ME.
Thanks to Chris Cotton, got the Dodge Pickup opened yesterday, but we still can't find any keys that fit the ignition or the door (and believe me, we've tried probably 437). And thanks to John, the shop is pretty durned clean and the piano is completely unearthed.
Should have a Maryville end date for Mom and Dad after tomorrow's meeting. Steve is supposed to call me so I'll let you know as soon as I have info.
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