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Every step is a test of endurance—climbing, cutting, screwing, and sealing—often while on the verge of physically overstretching. The narrator jokes about their "big belly" and jokes about possibly not being able to get all the work done due to physical limits, but also expresses a resolute determination to finish.
Building the Deck: From Foundations to Flawless Fit
The process continues with laying out the decking boards, measuring approximately every 32 inches from the house, and cut-to-fit as necessary. The narrator notes that the boards are green—freshly cut and not yet dried—so they are left to expand and contract naturally once exposed to outdoor conditions.