Monday, August 29, 2011

Dirt

yards of planting soil mix: 8
wheelbarrow loads: 50
hours shoveling over two days: 11
percent increase in the aesthetic of our front yard: 100

Dirt pinup

Add a little compost and it's ready for plants!
So far, I have bought about five plants to go in this front yard. Tony suggested we keep a small area for a grassy spot that he and Phoenix can play in under the shade of the neighbor's tree. I liked the idea; he calls it the "soul patch".

Today my back is pretty sore. But I'm glad to have this step done. We're going to put a thin layer of compost on top as a mulch, then start planting next month when it is cooler. There's a spot for a street tree or two as well. 
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  1. fritzieAugust 29, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    WOW! You are so right! 100% improvement. Just imagine how good you will feel with plants, too. Although the dirtscape is lookin' pretty snazzy! (Not to mention snazziness of dirt pin up!)
    Congratulations on a job well done, and for having such tenacity and the dedication!xoxox

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