My coop hasn't even been started yet, but we have been collecting wood, windows, etc. to use in the build. Most of the wood came from a wonderful 92 year old Christian man who just recently (last week) left us to be with the Lord. We are friends of the whole family and I would like to dedicate my coop in his memory. The man's name was Carleton Treat (aka Poppie) and he built and operated his own saw mill all by himself. I think the paneling and beams in my own house were made in his saw mill from trees on my property. He used to make inlaid clocks and furniture as well. This man was remarkable and was also a war hero. He carried another wounded soldier on his back, for miles to safety, even while almost dying himself from heavy shrapnel injuries. If anyone has any suggestions on a coop name or wording for a plaque that I can have made and put on my coop in his memory, I would love to hear them!
P.S. Carleton's wife Muriel has also been ill at the same time and is suffering from Alzheimer's. Please keep her in your prayers.
