Introducing my backyard!

Well, I finally decided to tackle the backyard. All the DIY network tv shows make building things such as patios and flower beds look so easy...Well, I will declare that it is NOT.

So, here we are after 2 days of digging, excavating and prepping the patio and I have a big hole in the ground with 500 lbs of gravel and sand in it! Sounds fantastic huh! So, below are the fabulous before pics of the yard!

Image 1 is the fabulous chain link fence that divides my house from my neighbors! Did I mention that I hate chain link fences...









Here is the location of the patio...before excavation. Don't you just love the landscaping!










Now the picturesque back of the house and my always running air conditioner. Note the Cannas growing up to eventually take over the back yard and add color to the blah space. Also, take note of my latest test fencing! It is a bamboo roll that is held to the chain link by zip ties! I love the fact that in a few days you won't see the eye sore of a fence again!










Finally the great scape that I call my back yard!

Now that you are acquainted with the space. Please take a look at what was accomplished this weekend by myself! Not that Sunday afternoon my parents and Sean didn't stop by and help out....but by then the excavation had taken place....how Convenient.

After 3 trips to Home Depot, 1 trip to a rock quarry, relocating 2,500 lbs of dirt, and dumping 500lbs of gravel and sand.....here we are today!

After Digging Day 1

End of Day 2










Til tonight!!!











In my dreams!!!!