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[@robdavis1176]

Put a solar powered led light inside of it, that comes on when its dark. But keep the fixture hidden. That would look good.

[@lesphilaja5722]

I built my cupola seven years ago when I built my pole building. I put a cheap solar powered light inside mine, to this day, if the sun shines during the day, the solar cupola light shines at night.

[@MikeC1965]

I was thinking the same thing myself

[@murda2999]

Thinking that would be perfect too!

[@alanhayes3156]

A Red light will help keep the predators away.

[@Moosecop32]

I just want to say that I love the way you speak about your wife. In a world where drama equals views it's wonderfully refreshing to see a man who speaks about his wife like the gift from God that she is. Thank you for that. It's an inspiration to us all. I've been following you for years since the old red Ford got fixed up and I can't remember a single cross word. Only love and admiration. I look forward to every video. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and your family with us. The cupola looks fantastic. I can't wait to see it finished.

[@ralphwilmot6351]

Old American values and respect

[@marcryvon]

@@ralphwilmot6351 Old human values and respect in any country, that is !

[@jules4Him]

Absolutely love the cupola! I can't get over how much you remind me of my husband of 40 years that I lost to cancer almost two years ago. He was creative and meticulous and talented like you and I tried to help him like Cedar does you. You have a real good handle on things for this winter and it should be much easier. Love your videos....so relaxing and enjoyable. Great editing!

[@fisherus]

Slip, Sliding, Away! That song comes to my mind every time I see you on the roof of your shop. You commented about how Cedar could still run things if something were to happen to you but, Heath, quit taking unnecessary chances. I speak from experience after falling 17 feet from my shop when I didn't want to take time to tether for placement of one small item. 23 surgeries later, I finally can walk with the assistance of crutches.

[@garyhunter6030]

I had a honda 185 3 wheeler. It had all the power I needed and was faster than I ever wanted to go. I used it mending fences, checking on newborn calves and getting to and from the deer blind. That was 20 years ago and it still it still runs great. I have worked on the motor several times rings plugs, condenser etc. I changed the oil regularly. I never drove it like a nut racing my brother or trying to do doughnuts on gravel. It has been a great investment, and yes I bought it used.

[@Victorialands]

I love the cupola. It’s rare l see one on a building anymore and they add such character. It’s a wonderful addition to your shop. 👍🏻

[@theannoyedmrfloyd3998]

Now what you do with that cupola is stick remote cameras in there and add some weather sensors (wind speed, direction, etc) on top.

[@mindi.m]

And a light that can be controlled from your phone! Change the color, turn it off and on!

[@kflan3342]

I am having to squelch down a seed of 'envy' as I see all the amazing details of the cupola. What a wonderful gift to be able to execute a dream! So I choose to not have envy. I choose admiration! Beautiful job! Cedar, I know you are smiling!

[@duanevanwinkle3488]

Nice job. I appreciate the fact that you want to keep things simple and keep Cedar informed in case something happens to you!!! So maybe you should wear shoes that grip on that Tin.... so that you are around for a bit longer!!!

[@maggiesue4825]

That cupola MAKES the building! I'm thankful for you that the weather has held out so long so you can get the work done. Oh, and the paint color on the beams is perfect!

[@kimberlyclark4508]

I built a cupola which is still on the train rounding house at Greenfield Village Dearborn Michigan, that is one of the coolest things I ever had the privilege of building!! It was totally octagonal with roof and vane. Being at a historic place made it even sweeter!! You can look it up! I'm so glad that you love the old style of things too. Yours is looking great also!! Much love and blessings always!😇💜

[@brockshields9336]

Probably answering my own question about painting the cupola. I think I remember you saying the shop will be done in stained, board & batten (to match the house). So the siding and the cupola will end up matching. With everyone's suggestion about solar LEDs. It would end up looking more like a lighthouse. lol !

[@dianamajchrzak5855]

I have no suggestions. It’s enjoyable to watch an idea come together. Looks 😊 great!

[@workingmom8162]

Your attention to detail amazes me. Nothing is half arse. I admire that in you.

[@rossheacock7054]

You did an outstanding job on this Cupola, you are a wonderful builder and Designer. You can be very proud of your work and character. What everyone is saying about the light being a great addition goes for me also, but it might have been a good idea if you had made one of the 4 sides of the Cupola a hinged unit that you could of had easy entrance inside the unit for any maintenance that would have been needed. With your experience and knowledge thow I'm sure you can figure a way to easily cut a door inside for anything you might have to do. Thanks for giving me another enjoyable morning watching you and your family, and may God bless you and your family, and you guys "Have a Wonderful Day" to.

[@francisbailey3831]

Good morning Heath. A out standing video of the construction of the Cupola for your workshop...I think that we have one thing in common...Rather having to purchase , what ever it may be. To have the ability to build the project, gives us more satisfaction and a great deal of pleasure to complete the project....Nice to see that Cedar is making a wonderful recovery..😁😁😁😁

[@jamesgoodman6243]

Cupola looks amazing. Have you thought about installing a light inside it. At night with a light on inside it will look Amazing and be seen from a distance too.

[@charlesfrazer1166]

Remember, you still have 2 more drivers to train; a little reflective tape might come in handy on that vertical steel pole! .

[@Ceelle2]

The cupola is lovely. And as someone who lost her father at 14, I do like seeing the Daddy-kid breaks, even 50 years from my Dad's death. Warms my heart.

[@lindaeubanks-mccormick2090]

That beautiful fire in the sky over red, yellow and orange trees changing color, it just doesn't get any better than that.

[@Sigurther]

The cupola came out amazing. Your attention to detail and craftsmanship skills really shine through with creations like this. You should install a ridiculously bright light in it to serve as a beacon to your family and friends when they're trying to get to Red Poppy Ranch in inclement weather - maybe of a color that's significant to your family. Or perhaps one of those red/green nautical lights for extra interest. Possibly wired in a way it can be turned on from the house or from the workshop.

[@tedkiraly3566]

Another awesome and entertaining video. I truly enjoy watching the wonderful projects and improvements you continually do. I’m happy to see Cedar appears to have recovered nicely. Your method of inspiring your children to excel is spot on, we did similarly with our kids. They grew up to be responsible and accomplished adults and now are raising our grandchildren in the same manner. Keep up the great work and may God bless you and your family.

[@michaelc.3812]

Wow Heath, the cupola looks terrific! Your level of energy is admirable, and I’m quite sure your father, God rest his soul, is extremely proud of you. I’m wondering when and how you will work the firewood gathering, cutting and splitting into your busy schedule, but I have no doubts. Keep up the good work.

[@oldfart5127]

I just notice that the end of of steel beams are open. Looks like a nice wasp home. The cupola really looks nice, great work.

[@libertyone5853]

Heath, after watching you all this time I wished I had taken carpentry in trade school. I love your worth ethic and your workmanship!

[@TheUserid82]

Green dream project just ran into the exact issue of a rain catchment system as they finished building a 13,500+ gallon cistern in time for the summer monsoon season only for it to be very dry so they will likely need to buy water soon. It was a fun project to watch as they built a cistern out of earth bags for the cost of one of the 2,500 gallon poly tanks but with a high labor cost as they did the work by hand for the most part. The colors not matching from different cans of random paint is the reason places that take donated paint mix all the latex paints together to get a random color per big batch then fill 5 gallon buckets with the resulting color. Yes they do it so they don't need to store random colors but it would work for color blindness also to take random blue partials and dump in a 5 gallon bucket to mix into a single color.

[@brianmiller4282]

I had that exact 3 wheeler when I was younger, I would put chains on the back tires in the winter and helped get people out when they were stuck in the snow, loved it

[@Naplesfrank154]

You did an amazing job on the cupola. Not only did you build it with great looks, you were so smart in building it like a kit so you could lift it onto the roof. At first I was thinking, how is he ever going to get it up top but you were one step ahead of me. Lol. It’s also great to see how Cedar is always involved in decision making with you, something I need to do more with my wife. Bravo 👏!

[@mom2breanna]

Wow, I can’t believe how tall Rhett has gotten. I was watching some older videos and now he looks all grown up and a young man. I’m sure he will love fixing up that three wheeler. Another great video...thanks so much for sharing.

[@GCSol]

The three wheeler brings back good memories. I had one in the late 70s/early 80s, only selling it because I went into the military. I sold it to a friend of my mothers who paid me what I paid when I bought it brand new. 15 minutes after he bought it his daughter rolled it and totaled it.

[@sboss20001]

The way you work is simple. Many have expensive tables to prepare ... Then the way, the approach, a lot of stories. The way you sit we say he sits Turkish. For all the praise, thumbs up

[@doncaranci2547]

Im driving to town this morning and my phone just starts playing your video all by itself. It has never done this before. It must know how big a fan I am of your videos..Haha Another great one. Love the cupola !!!

[@Wild-Dad]

The cupola looks coooool on the workshop roof. It was a great little project. Only comment I had when I saw you assemble it was you were creating a beehive shelter. With all those open holes, you will have at least one hive in there next spring.

[@Mandiegoins]

The color of the steel beams you painted matches perfectly with the tree trunks in the distance behind the shop. Pleasing to the eye as both are vertical and they just blend in. Good choice 😊

[@pamt7740]

That cupola looks awesome!! You're so clever Heath!! Love it!! Posts are just right too.

[@ourmidwestlife]

Love the Cupola! You’d should add an LED light in there, would look beautiful on a long winters night.

[@feelthesteel5173]

I love this channel in a world covered with darkness and division I can’t help think if we lived a more wholesome life like this we would find more common ground. God bless and keep up the good work

[@brettoberry3586]

I'll be 50 in December and I remember fond memories of 3 wheeler riding in my teens. I started off on a Honda 110. It was great to learn on because it had very little power... Still, I got hurt many times on that due to no suspension. When I got a little older, I got a 200X and then a 250R. There is a HUGE difference between the two and you are right in getting the 200X for your son. The 250R is for advanced riders... an inexperienced rider can get in trouble quickly with that kind of power.

[@miketarbox1190]

Heath, you have a very calming, soothing voice. Reminds me of my youth, think Walter Cronkite. Calm. Soothing. Thank you.

[@SillyMe2718]

The beam color, blends perfectly with the surroundings! Glad to see Cedar! Another great video!

[@stuartperry3761]

Sir, you are indeed a clever hard working man. Thank you for sharing some of your time, family and work.

[@invernante1985]

So nice how fast the workshop is been built compared with the house. Sooner than later it will be done and will provide countless hours of family projects. Great cúpula (the Spanish word).

[@LtColDaddy71]

The best 3 wheeler ever is the one I rode with solid axles, while playing yard darts and chewing on leaded paint chips in an asbestos filled arena! LOL

[@rkorsberg]

For your information...The Honda 3 wheelers have recently sold in the Portland area for over $3000 each...I know of 2 that sold for $3500 each. I know you are almost done with the roof, but, I might suggest you wear your tennis shoes or other rubber bottom boots when you walk on that tin...you made my pucker tingle watching those leather sole boots slipping and sliding on that roof - that is a long ways down! lol .....The Cupala on the shop building looks awesome, nice job. I really enjoy your method of story telling on your channel...reminds me of Grandpa reminiscing the good ole days.

[@thomasfleming2593]

Looks (so easy) when someone else is doing it. Life is (not easy) unless someone else is living for you. You are a great person and your endeavors reflect it.

[@lyndabuchholz1216]

Nice thing about paint is it can be changed. My youngest son is colorblind also so has trouble picking colors. Although we don't get much rain in the summer I want a rain catch system. With the metal roof the dew settles on it and I have eave drips most every morning except in the driest part of summer. But those systems are expensive!!! Love the cupola!

[@marcryvon]

Heath, making a rain water collecting "system" is far from complicated ! One or two of those used blue plastic 45 gals drums used for food purposes - oil, olives etc.- on a lil' stand and 2' of gutter downpipe, a 6" hole atop the cover, a mesh, and a simple garden hose faucet. Voilà ! Cedar will have plenty of water for her garden !

[@akersjon278]

You were talking about keeping all your systems for water simple enough that your family could operate them in your absence. I have a few systems in my cabin (water, heat and electricity) that I don't think are very complicated, but they all have to be turned on and off in the correct sequences to work properly. So when I let a friend stay there without me a couple of years ago I made a detailed step by step instruction of where all the valves and switches were located (I described what the switches looked like and I drew a simple map with their positions in the beginning of the instruction) and in which order to open and close them. It worked really well. He said that he read it very closely and that he double checked all the steps when he switched everything on and then later off again. And when I came to the cabin a few weeks later everything was in perfect order... So maybe you could try that?

[@whatzupLizzy]

What a beautiful finish to the building! A job well done!

[@TheVicjbaldwin]

I love everything you’ve built at Red Poppy but that roof business....I’ll be glad when that’s done. I’m petrified every time I see you sliding as you’re walking around up top there lol

[@RVthereyetmemaw]

That looks amazing! I love it. The color of paint is perfect. I’m glad Cedar is doing well and back to doing things.

[@RobbyB-Poppin]

Wow, a true work of art from an amazing craftsman! It's stunning, nicely done! Sometimes a maker or artist (myself included) just has to stop and create something that they simply want to create for themselves for no other reason than their own art, just because. Amazing sir!

[@MrDustin1234]

I think a L.E.D. light in the the cupola would look really neat. Like a beacon. You could use a multi color to change the lights for different seasons.

[@pamturnbull4300]

I watch all your videos and am truly amazed at all the work you do by yourself you are so hard working and very clever well done !!!!

[@lucyyoung9406]

Your place has tons of character, you must be proud of yourself. Cedar has a good eye for color. Be safe you, take care of yourself.

[@jlmfoy365]

Did anyone notice the post colour matched the cat

[@kevintulak9987]

Great job, it looks fantastic. Sometimes you just have to do a fun job instead of the pressing ones, it is good for the soul. Thanks for sharing.

[@joebagodonuts4039]

Sir, That is the nicest thing I’ve seen built on youtube! Excellent job!!!

[@carolsuesamuelson7935]

The Cupola Is just what the shop needed. Thank you for sharing.

[@armidaperez5360]

So happy the water tank is safe maybe camo corragated tin or paint bushes trees on it to blend in with surrounding.. Wow its starting to really look so DIFFERENT up there yesterday I was watching those video 3 years ago this is what the property lookedl like.

[@garryhardcastle5984]

I had to smile when you talked about wanting a Scout. I am rebuilding a 1980 which is the last year they were built . I also have a 1979, and 1974 and a 75 Scout Traveler as well as a 75 1/2 ton and 75 3/4 ton the 1/2 ton is my plow truck but the plow will go on all the Scouts. The 74 Scout is the first one I bought that was in 1976 I love them

[@faronf2006]

Very 😎 Cupola . You should eventually make it so it lights up at dark 😎 Have you considered putting back that Ridge cap inside the Cupola & re-sealing everything just to be extra sure of no water / condensation leaks down the road .

[@robbiwhytock2635]

I’ve just caught up watching all videos from day 1 to present day. I just wanted to say I am in awe of your ability to turn your hand to absolutely anything. I would love to live the life you are living and can’t wait to watch the next video. I get to escape from reality and dream about how I would or could be living. You and your family are an inspiration and I wish you all the health and happiness in the world. Keep up the awesome work and I look forward to the next video. Robbi from the UK.

[@irmalittell-edelen8562]

I am not the only one who thinks you should put a light inside. WOW! great minds on the same track. What do you think? I just came across the barn and wood storage roofing and I am now hooked. Thank you for allow us to join your family during the adventure of your life.

[@PudelsRule]

You want to be able to see the pole. It has to be darker than the gravel. The Cupola is gorgeous!

[@pamelagriffiths4428]

Hi Cedar, Cupola looks great, good job Heath! I'm glad he's gona be off that shop roof now 😳😬

[@tarajeetlaishram4627]

Great work as usual. Good to see Cedar back in the videos,

[@jonathansweet1112]

This looks so good the shop is coming on quickly now and at each stage you've done a really professional job. Well done.

[@andrewwilliston5798]

The cupola looks great, I'm looking forward to the next video. I'd really like to see how you anchored the cupola to the roof. I'm guessing it will have to be able to withstand some strong wind gusts.... thanks for taking us along on your adventures.

[@dper1112]

I had to chuckle when you prefer to "keep it as simple as you can". Of course you don't! You do all sorts of cool complicated projects on things that are awesome but you could easily do without. For example, the old pickups or the three wheeler. That's not simple, but it's awesome. :-)

[@raymondmills9377]

I used the reward no reward to motivate my son, he proved to be fully capable once properly motivated. He’s now in his last year of penn state ... this will all be a memory in no time. Stick with your plan it worked for me. Your son is a good kid I expect it will work for him too.

[@davidurdahl6656]

Last video, "hopefully I won't be back on this roof in a long time", this video, "yeah, about that"...

[@annesweeney5552]

🤣

[@Heisthelightoftheworld]

😂😂😂

[@reginadeadrick2902]

🤣 right.......

[@glyniss7912]

That looks just lovely. Good choice Cedar! Well built Heath!

[@scotthall4637]

Make yourself an out feed table for your table saw. You use one of 6 foot folding tables, and add some pvc pipe to slide over the table legs. You can add some threaded plugs to make the extensions somewhat adjustable. If you have ever read family handyman magazine they have more detailed information. Love the channel!

[@markmaestas7405]

Really great job on the Cupola. You built something for pennies on the dollar compared to what I purchased for my shop. Great work. Really enjoy watching your videos.

[@TNgoodlive]

Looks great! I don't know how many more videos I can watch with you working on that roof. I find myself holding my breath as I watch you slip on that roof. Be safe!

[@taleg1]

That copula needs an old bell inside it !!! It would look so cool hanging inside there almost like it was just awaiting for someone to pull it's string.

[@johnfleury5430]

Safety glasses must be a luxury in your part of the world!

[@lindascott2107]

That is beautiful, you have taught many on your videos to do so many things, so so cool. God bless you, & your family

[@carlinkay1151]

I was going to say, put two or three tyres around that post with some gravel in them , better to hit the tyres than the post....you could put some plants in them too!

[@kendallricker9633]

What a unique topper to the shop. Very sharp and after pricing ready made ones on line...you got a lot more than $70 up there. Great video and looking forward to the next one.

[@niellangner3668]

Your thinking on the Water Catchment is sound. Thanks for considering my question. Here in Namibia water is like Gold. I love it when it rains, which is not very often. I am enjoying your channel and your projects. Thanks for sharing.

[@roberthill4789]

He has to think about snow and hard freeze on using an water system. I worry about his gutters on his house with all the snow they have.

[@justinclark9258]

Great build! By far my favorite spontaneous add on you've done yet.

[@wildbill23c]

The cupola looks great. Definitely needs a wind vane and maybe a lightning rod LOL. A great place to put a weather station at some point in the future.

[@lisamerrill55]

What a great idea for the shed! It looks awesome! God bless you and your family.

[@barrb6134]

Glad to see you change from boots to tennis shoes! You were really scaring me with those boots on that tin roof. Really a nice addition to that GREAT WORK SHOP!

[@DVolvoguy777-x7o]

Hi y’all! I hope Cedar is doing better and recovery is almost done. Thanks for sharing your adventure.

[@angeliquerider-mitchell2538]

I was thinking with all the windows in the cupola it would be a great place to use a solar powered led. Kind of like a beacon in a storm. Looks great.

[@zea-smithassociates5370]

Superb work. It’s amazing what you can do with ‘scrap’. I’d love to know what you’d do with an unlimited budget! Always inspirational to watch.

[@anahanson4057]

When I see you slipping and sliding on that roof makes me pray all the more for you and your family! God Bless!

[@m_lopez8272]

Next project idea: make a loft inside the shop. I see you have a ton of unused space there..👍🏼👍🏼 nice videos love watching all of them ❤️

[@pathfindergeorgia1117]

Beautiful craftsmanship Heath.

[@padraicpaulagallagher5844]

Wow, must be really cold, first time i have seen you wearing a huddy, your usually in your shirt no matter what the weather is doing. love the cupola.

[@seanbaker3974]

These videos are the highlight of my week. Lately this is one of my favorite channels to watch. Keep up the great work.

[@sarahtennessee4183]

Did I tell you I was born in Yuma.... small world. Cedar we breathed the same air and saw the same sunrises and sunsets. I left Yuma in 85 and Tempe in 89. I loved it when the Blue Angels visited.

[@deborahsimmons2414]

Nice job!!!! The cupola adds character and charm in just the right amount, great idea.

[@TdrSld]

Looks great, one note, Grace Ultra has a 12 month UV exposure rating. After 12 months it will start to break down and ultimately fail, I would put the rig cap back on inside the Cupola to cover the rig back up.

[@Iamthathillbilly]

Your homemade cupola looks fantastic. I like the way you did it with the wood

[@kearnsey64]

Most parents would give it to him without the grade! You are a great dad!!!

[@paulrobinson3528]

5:30 it's a Honda!! New battery, fresh fuel, press the start button and off you go lol

[@georgetucker336]

It is always satisfying to get a project done that one has been building in your mind for a while. I do that type of thinking and drawing and thinking and drawing. Finally it becomes a realty. Quit rewarding and satisfying to build it with all the trials and tribulations. Some time it comes out different than imagined, but it still ended up done. Now go on to a new one.