Your note about the timber framing project arrived just as I was finishing the joinery list. I think the mortise and tenon method will work best for the main beam, but we need to double-check the angled brace connections. The oak has been curing for about eight months now, which should be enough. I have a few spare weekends before the next phase, so I can drive out and help with layout if you need. Also, the supplier mentioned the hardware order will be ready by Tuesday, not Thursday. Let me know if that shifts your schedule.
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Your question about the soil blend came at the right time. I tried the mix with extra perlite and some peat, and it seems to drain better for the succulents. For the tomatoes I added a bit of lime and compost. The seedlings are stretching a bit, so I moved them under a stronger LED. Also, the rain last night helped settle the new raised beds. I'm planning to add a trellis for the beans next weekend if the weather stays warm.