The title should say it all but let's add more <G>. You are a marvelous writer. Your honesty about process, trial and error, personal issues/challenges, and how the WEATHER impacts everything make this article a great read.
Beyond that, the coop is so well designed and you provide just enough information about what why and how.
Are you available for a trip West to rebuild for me? HAH, didn't think so!!! great job and I love the new color.