About Early Log Cabins

I have been continuing to research what life was like for the Pioneers. Here are some facts you may not know.
In the loft or sleeping area in many cabins the rafters were used to dry vegetables and fruits from the Fall harvest. Imagine sleeping with squash and pumpkins hanging over your head!
In many cabins pelts from racoons and beaver hung from the ceiling- although I am sure this is not the original reason they were hung there- this added warmth to the cabin.
Since there was not any glass windows were made from paper that had been smeared with "Coon Grease" to let light into the cabin.