Cord of Wood

Swallow mentioned that we should do things we hadn't ever done before. My sister always use to call me and say lets do something we have never done before. I use to think that was the most annoying statement. Well today, I did something I have never done before. I purchased a cord of wood.

I was on the phone with Tumbles today, when I mentioned that I did something I had never done before. She was intrigued and asked what exactly that was...I elaborated that I purchased a cord of firewood. I have never lived in a city that you actually needed firewood. Yeah, Buster & I had a fireplace and whenever someone would cut down a tree in their yard we would go pick up the scraps for the winter...but by no means did we ever really need firewood. It was more for the enjoyment of having a fireplace. Growing up we would be those ready to light logs on the odd occasion.

However, after last year, I realized how necessary firewood actually is. The scary part is the fact that I hadn't considered the cost at all! I was talking to Hungry over the weekend about buying firewood and that I wanted him to make the arrangements, as I am type that doesn't talk to strangers. :) Like a good boy, he did as he was told...found firewood, arranged delivery, and told me how much it was going to cost. All I had to do was be home when it was delivered, OH and I also had to write the check...Done and Done. When the guy showed up, he asked me if Hungry was my landlord because he seemed that he was arranging the deal. I said no, he is my roommate...but I had never bought wood before so I didn't want to get scammed by paying to much. He then proceeded to look at me like I had five heads. I had to explain that I am from Florida and we really don't need all that much firewood for a year so no one ever buys a "cord." Handyman Dan, took the time to explain to me what the different wood would do, what exactly I was buying and what to look for when buying wood.

So, I am now a seasoned wood buyer. I am actually rather impressed that we got a cord of wood for the cheap asking price of $135.00. Now all we have to do is teach Trav that he doesn't have to build such huge fires. I think that will be easier said than done.