My wife and I often talk about it, because she was never one to even think about a non-commercial lifestyle. Now she's the first one to get out the pressure canner or learn a new bread recipe.
You were very forward thinking when you built on pilings. We don't get that kind of flooding here, but you never know what the future holds.
Great post, Dean.
This project of ours is a significant departure from my usual way of living. I live conservatively and am not a real risk-taker. There is a plan for everything. Without my wife to confirm our commitment to seeing it through, my resolve might falter. Maybe that will be the topic of another post.
Thanks for the encouragement.