Una Nuova Tavola Rustica ... A New Farm Table...

I had been wanting / needing a  large Farm Table for  all of the outdoor dining we do.  Jim asked Paul if he'd help him build one for me.  I told them the look I was going for, and we  came up with the design.  As it turned out,  Paul,  who is an amazing craftsman ( among other things) did 90 percent of the building in his wood shop.  Jim and I chose the three top planks from the wood yard and had them delivered.  Paul and Jim finished the assembly of the main structure right on the patio where the table would "live".  It's made of solid Cedar,  14 feet long and 3 feet wide.  I wanted it long to  accommodate all of the large gatherings with family and friends,  but narrow for an intimate feel... I did not want a "Fred Flintstone " table... it had to be large but sleek.    Right now the table looks "perfect",  long and narrow,   but i'm looking forward to dings and imperfections created by lots of dinners , and  to the driftwood grey color that cedar turns with age,  The guy at the wood yard said that should take about 6 months.  Paul is so busy with the restaurant,  and Jim with the stores,  but they took time out to do this for me for my birthday ,  and I am so grateful.  Paul and Edy had these old chairs from the restaurant that they do not use anymore,  so they gave them to me.  I plan on painting and distressing them.... Amazing husband,  amazing brother... thanks guys!