Chapter 35: Raising the Timber

Chapter 35 brought the physical framework of Ava and Liam's future to life, and I am obsessed with every single detail! Ava jumping right into the construction, checking the plumb line, and helping build her own sanctuary proves just how far she's come. And Liam hanging off the crossbeams calculating glass weight with that lopsided smile?! Stop, he is too perfect. 🥹💙Also, can we talk about Noah and Maya’s housewarming gift?! The hand-carved STUDIO 3B / NORTH RIDGE plaque hit me right in the feels! Bringing that piece of where her artistic journey began in the dark basement to the front entry post of their forever home was the ultimate full-circle moment. 🖼️🪵Sitting on that subfloor together at golden hour, watching the sunset through the timber frame... they are officially building a life in the open air, frame by frame.Did Noah and Maya’s gift make you tear up as much as it did me? Drop your thoughts in the comments below, smash that vote button.