Thanks to all for the kind words. There is no doubt Julie could get a better offer of some sort from someone...that's why I am a lucky man....because she doesn't care for any better offers.

Ovis,

I've thought about installing a small composting toilet room in the back corner of this place underneath the loft. Might still do it depending upon how much we are up there in the winter. I am planning a couple months in what will probably be minus 30 or lower this year so that might cure me of the outhouse's utilitarian appeal.

Best,

John