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My Remote Cabin’s Disaster is Fixed...But Now There’s a MESS

Kelly Hays · 25:08 · 2 weeks ago

Kelly fixed her septic system in one week despite the remote location but now faces a messy property full of cleanup tasks and new finds.

  • Septic repair — Main cracked line replaced with stronger pipe buried deeper, plus leach lines fixed and outhouse hole dug .

  • Duct tape hack — Original line had a redneck duct-tape patch that failed .

  • Extra projects — Siding pile relocated with help, dirt moved for drainage, and old toilet kept as future planter .

  • Mushrooms and plants — Colorful mushrooms spotted in poison ivy and peppers growing in pots instead of ground beds .

  • Beaver return — Animal active again in the brush pile .

  • Friends' visit — Tonya and Ray helped move siding, uncovered possible salamander eggs under boards, and stayed overnight .

  • Rainy hike — Property explored in storm aftermath showing downed trees, deer, steep ledges, and a dock sunset .

  • Neighbor outing — Rappelled cliffs to explore caves linked to Trail of Tears history, then paddle-boarded among lily pads and spotted an otter .

  • Why do Arkansas summers make windows sweat inside homes?

  • What caused the sudden drop in blackberry bushes near the cabin?