The legal definition is exactly why they get a minimun of cord when we sell in Missouri has the same legal definition. That's why when the order a cord of word they get at least 3 rick or face cord of 16-18" wood and two in they order 24-28" wood. Very few people here order by the cord, it's usually in "ricks". I believe there is far more value in selling wood than money, it's been an interesting season, have taught four boys the value of work, they don't need too, mommy and daddy could give them anything they wanted and spoiled them when they were little, but I figure if I can teach them to work at 14, 16, 16 and 17 then they'll do all right in life. They don't carouse around and raise hell, they are too tired, they go sleep early as well, they're saving money for college, learning the value of a dollar and spending time with family in the great outdoors rather than sitting on their azzes in front of a TV or video game. I'll damn sure guarantee for their weight and size they are as stout and in as good as shape as any of the weight room jockeys, the two that play basketball have stamina like the coach hasn't seen.
Any one of them can hand file a chain or use the grinder, it has motivated every one of them to be a good student and pursue something easier when they get older, not that there's anything wrong being in the wood business, there's easier ways to make a living. I hope they raise their kids the same way.
