Ahhhh. You are a much better person than me. I've considered CC licensing, but I've had several photos and pages of words stolen (Plagiarism is THEFT) over the years so I want people to ask for permission. I've always granted it without any question. Just credit my work and use it as you wish. AFTER asking.
This might be the right place to say that I have extensive experience in getting stolen material taken down that I'd be happy to share with anyone. The short version is that there is a lot you can do on your own before you have to hire a lawyer. I've only gotten to lawyer stage once, and that was strictly because I was so pissed at the perp.
Thanks for sharing. On way more than one level!
PS Betcha I'm older. :)
PPS I REALLY love your old barn series. That's some really good stuff....