Bliss is on its way

We moved into our home about 2 1/2 years ago. When we purchased, we had every intention of redoing the backyard the following summer. Well, it took an extra summer, but we're almost done!!

When we moved in, we had grass in the backyard. No sprinklers, no flowers, lots of weeds and dog trails along the fence. Yuck!!



Over the past couple of weeks, a lot of work has been done. We now have sprinklers. We will have flowers next year (for real, and trees, too), and the weeds (at least the tumbleweeds) are gone. The dog trail have been replaced by sod! It's like a really cool magic trick: One morning you look out the back window to see your ugly "natural" backyard replaced by an inviting sea of grass and ready-to-be-planted flowerbeds. There's even places for trees! (and NO dogs!)



We ran out of sod the first time around, but since this picture was taken, the hole has been filled.

It's hard to express the excitement I feel. I can't wait to invite friends over the play in the backyard, instead of the front yard. I yearn for the near future when friends come sit in the shaded backyard for a popsicle and a Pepsi rather than treats in the shady garage. Oh my...bliss is on its way.