Pull the Trigger or not?

On March 5, 2012 I sent the following email to my husband:

"I have to make a decision about the backyard oven. I REALLY want to do this. I think it would be a fun ‘neighborhood’ activity, and would give you some experience on cooking in a wood burning oven for when we live in South America!

Two reasons I haven’t pulled the trigger:

1. The cost. Minimally I’ll spend $2,000 on building supplies. That doesn't include the façade, which I’m hoping can be boulders from the farm, but I could end up needing to buy something. And it doesn't include baking supplies (e.g., large ‘spatulas’) – that is around $400. Realistically this could be $3,000-$4,000. 
2. The work. I hate to admit this, but the project freaks me out. I’m confident I can get the workshop organized to get Derek here for the weekend. I’m confident I can get all the materials. I’m confident I know what needs to be done. But I’m not sure I can do all the work that needs to be done in advance of the workshop (e.g., laying the slab, building the base) or afterwards (e.g., façade). I would need help – I HATE to admit that.

But if I’m going to move forward, I need to get a check to Derek to schedule his time. I need to start recruiting workshop attendees. I need to start ordering materials so I can save money. And this spring I need to get the slab laid, etc.

What are your thoughts?"

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Here is my husband's reply later that day ...

"Pull the trigger.

I can do the slab and other work (the HARD LIFTING - the IMPORTANT stuff).

I think it would be fun to build and enjoy making pizzas.  Rather than trying to fit the work in at night, I just need to take time off work and do during the day."


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I love him ...