Church Friday night. Easter egg dying Saturday. Church again Sunday, followed by dinner that I hope I don't have to cook and Easter egg hunting.
Spring is one of my favorite times of the year. It is so 'hopeful' looking forward to better weather. :)
The "green" movement in food is to eat locally, so I don't know why it wouldn't be just as advantageous to build from local wood. We have a lot of walnut trees in my area. I think walnut wood is pretty, but pine, cherry and oak are also favorites.
I'm sure it depends on the person. I've had two MILs, one of them would have been a huge help and benefit to have in our home. The other would have driven me crazy.