Back Yard Makeover - Phase 1

Hello Friends,

I hope everyone is enjoying a lovely spring and with spring

comes outside projects.

 After spending the last few years fighting weeds,

I decided I would begin on a new course for my lawn.

It is called elimination!  Yes, you heard

right.   

                                    

 My  Back Yard Makeover first began with

putting down a patio.  Recruiting help for me

was the challenge.  

Directly out my back door 

we began with laying 16" concrete

patio pavers.  

  

I am already loving it and the

frosting isn't on yet.

I have always loved

checkerboard patios

so we began with laying 

all the block/pavers then removing

those that would be replaced with sod.

I love it!  

It will be a challenge

keeping it trimmed but one

I am up for.

I can see lots of years of fun.

It mows easily but the ole trustee scissors do 

the trick.  I can see where you 

would need to trim it weekly.

That sucker grows and we really haven't 

been having a lot of rain. 

So for now I have a patio but I will be adding

a few more rows to extend to a more

desirable size and buying an weed eater. 

I have to admit the labor was

the biggest espense of the project.  

I hope you have enjoyed my Phase 1 of my

Back Yard Makeover. Just in the Knick of Time.

What have you been up to?

I am joining a few parties, hope to see you there.

Kathy

Stephanie for Sunday Showcase Party at,  http://bystephanielynn.blogspot.com
Sally for Blue Monday at,  http://smilingsally.blogspot.com
Marty for Inspire Me Tuesday at,  http://astrollthrulife.blogspot.com
Mix It Up Monday at,  http://flourmewithlove.blogspot.com
Make it Pretty Monday at,  http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com
Mop It Up Monday at,  http://ishouldbemoppingthefloor.blogspot.com
A Return to Loveliness at,  http://adelightsomelife.blogspot.com
Ricky Jill for My Happy List at,  http://artandhome.blogspot.com
Masterpiece Monday at,  http://boggieboardcottage.blogspot.com
Susan for Metamorphosis Monday at,  http://betweennapsontheporch.blogspot.com
Amaze Me Monday at,  http://dwellingstheheartofthehome.blogspot.com
Martha for Tea Cup Tuesday at,  http://marthasfavorites.blogspot.com
Sandi for Tea Time Tuesday at,  http://sandimyyellowdoor.blogspot.com
Katherine for Tea Time Tuesday at,  http://ladykatherineteaparlor.blogspot.com
Nifty Thrifty Tuesday at,  http://coastalcharm.blogspot.com
A Return to Loveliness at,  http://adelightsomelife.blogspot.com
Angie for Knick of Time Tuesday at,  http://knickoftime.blogspot.com
You're Gonna Love it Tuesday at,  http://kathewithane.blogspot.com
Tuesday Cuppa Tea at,  http://antiquesandteacups.blogspot.com
Friends Sharing Tea at,  http://bernideensteatimeblog.blogspot.com
Weekend and Projects Link Party at,  http://isabellethorntonlechateaudesfleurs.blogspot.com
Nifty Thrifty Tuesday at,  http://coastalcharm.blogspot.com
Welcome Back to the Scoop at,  http://thefarmhouseporch.blogspot.com
Kathe for You're Gonna Love It at,  http://kathewithane.blogspot.com
Angela for, Assets and Efforsts Linky Party at,  http://hickorytrail.blogspot.com
Make Bake Create at,  http://hopeineveryseason.blogspot.com
What's It Wednesday at,  http://ivyandelephants.blogspot.com
Home (work) Wednesday at,  http://theeverydayhome.blogspot.com

SPRING IN THE SOUTH

HELLO FRIENDS,

I AM SO HAPPY, HAPPY, HAPPY AND BLESSED.

I hope you are enjoying a lovely

spring. Here in the deep south it is 

unbelievably cool. 

 Finally I think I have my blog MOJO back. Despite that due to my carelessness I am short a decent camera and my phone is broke (I found out the hard way that they just don't like having a trunk slammed on them). I hope to remedy it this weekend.

I have been so busy in my yard this spring, enjoying every minute, that I can't 

wait to share some of my blessings.  

This is the front of my tiny cottage, roses are in bloom and everything is so happy with the cool days and nights.

My bird feeder is usually packed out

with those cute hungry critters.  But it is almost dusk and they are heading to their nest to settle in for the night.

To the left of my porch this

20yr. old transplant graces

my yard.  Oak Leaf's are wonderful.

I can sit on my glass porch and enjoy the view while sipping my morning JAVA. 

  Drop by and visit Inspire Me Tuesday, and check out what Ricki Jill has been up to

a brand new blog facelift. Just Terrific

Thanks for dropping by,  Kathy  

 

http://ricki-treleaven.blogspot.com/2013/05/my-happy-list-bloggy-friends-with-mad.html

A Tiny Cottage on Grand

Fairies, Fairies and More Fairies, Oh My

My backyard was filled with every shape and size of Fairies and a 

few Brownie's and Pixie's were joining the party.

I celebrated spring with a Fairy Party for all my

little friends, a party I imagine they will remember forever.

I have enjoyed planning this party.  Could it be because I Believe?

Kids at this young age are such a joy to experience, 

Moms and Grandmothers too.

To look into their faces and see the miracle of imagination

  is wonderful.

It's not about what you spend...this I know firsthand.

I asked each child, as they left, what was some of their

favorite parts of the party and the majority said

Fairies, 

  Marshmallows and Bubbles.

Thank you Dollar Tree and Dollar General. 

 Fairies make any beautiful spot their home.

This oversize birdcage is just perfect.

The little Fairies are on a quest to 

find the homes of the tiny ones.

Bubbles, Bubbles and more Bubbles

This spring has been so delightful here in the deep

south and I took advantage of it.

I have worked on a checkerboard patio that 

I am thrilled with.  

I will update you on the other backyard project soon, I promise.

I was so sad when the very last Fairy left, but it

gives me comfort in knowing that

lots and lots of the tiny folks live here, there

and everywhere in my yard.

Thanks for joining us, Kathy

http://romantichome.blogspot.com/2013/05/birdcages-show-and-tell-friday.html
 http://www.remodelaholic.com/2013/05/outdoor-patios-and-pergolas-arbors-for-summer/
 http://shabbynest.blogspot.com/2013/05/frugal-friday_10.html
 http://www.remodelaholic.com/

BELIEVE

Things like Fairy's and Lightening Bugs

and Wonderland 

To see these things through a child's eyes...... is to Believe.

    I said I was having a FAIRY PARTY for my friends children 

and Grandchildren.

But I Fudged.......I had it for me

What fun we had

What Magical Day it Was!

I will be sharing more but I must close for now

I am so tired

I think I will lay in this Fairy Mushroom Ring and dream of dancing.

 

BELIEVE

The Love of Moss

Happy Spring Friends,

Yes, it's been a while and I have often thought about you and wished I had posted this or that to keep in touch.  Life seems very busy with not as much time but I have followed you and watch your many projects and enjoyed            sharing your interest.  

Some of you I just see on Pinterest..... wonderful Pinterest.

Since January I have been busy painting and redoing the inside of my house,        finally changing to light gray, taupe and yellow.

Since the first warm day in March I have been outside.  With hands in the dirt, digging and planting enjoying it all.  

My back yard is shady and I want to try my hand with my dear love MOSS.  

                 OUT WITH GRASS is my new theme.

                 I stumbled on this wonderful site

http://www.mossandstonegardens.com/blog/how-to-grow-moss/

This site is full of so much beauty  - Moss, Moss - who knew there was so many varieties.

This is a wonderful piece of property they turned into a heavenly site of Moss

Can you even imagine?

Drop by their site and see their progress and lots of tips on Moss.  I plan on ordering a sample box to see how it works.

    http://www.mossandstonegardens.com/blog/how-to-grow-moss/

You can tell this area is shady and cool, it looks like the hot sun of Alabama has never touched it. 

I have transplanted moss from around our area to my new beds and now I can only hope for the best, and pray it gets established and spreads.

There are lots of recipes for Moss using buttermilk, yogurt, beer and moss whatever.  I am going to try this magic potion.  I promise to let you know how it works.

Now go out there and dig in dirt.

Christmas Blessings

Wishing you a Christmas filled

with the joy of

Christ's Blessed Birth 

May all the joy and blessings

All the love the shepherds knew

Be within your heart this Christmas

May the world know

peace,

May we all feel His love

Today, more than ever, we need to pray for the light

to know the will of God....

for the love to 

accept the will of God...

for the way to do the will of God.      Mother Teresa

Merry Christmas,  Love, Kathy