Summer 2011 Lanscaping Update

I have been surprised how satisfying gardening is as a summer activity. It provides opportunity to spend countless hours outdoors communing with nature.

I am still in the process of establishing the basic structure of the yard itself. A few more weekends left before it will be time to store away the yard tools and take a break.

Spring Landscaping the Backyard

I have attempted to crave out a structure for the backyard that is comfortable and will be easy to maintain. Its been a lot of work, but at the same time very satisfying seeing the pieces come together.

Meeting the First Family

Being a resident of the District of Columbia doesn't guarantee meeting political royalty, but I did cross paths with the Obama's at a MLK day event at a local junior high school.

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Patio Installed Before the Winter Snow Flys

The rear sidewalk was removed and a patio was installed in its place. Spring offer the opportunity to complete a walkway to the alley and the placement of stairs.

This project was seeded by the cities $1200 grant for replacing impervious with pervious

A New Roommate

Yesterday I brought home a three year old Jack Russell from the DC animal shelter. He is a mellow character especially for the breed, I hope it doesn't change. I will need to discover a name that fits him, but right now I am calling him Mr. Jack Russell.

Update: I think Bleu will be his name, based on his demeanor it fits. It is also ease to pronounce and is masculine and so Bleu it is...

Landscaping: Coming to a Close

With fall comes the falling of the leaves and time to finish up yard projects. The city planted three River Birch shade trees last week, two in the back and the other in the front yard. I all goes as evisioned when anything grows into place I will have a peaceful backyard retreat.

I have removed all of the side walk and stairs in the backyard in preparation for pavers to be laid. The detail is how much over the allotted $1200 I'm will spend.