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Preparing for a Huge Storm

Preparing for a Huge Storm

Since we moved to the suburbs in spring 2019, we’ve seen our share of wind, storms and even tornado warnings. Thanks for modern weather forecasting, we’re usual able to get in front of it. Most of the yard is buckled down 24/7 anyways due to the crazy winds we have here, but some things need extra attention ahead of bigger storms.

Our Stamped Concrete Walking Path Project

Our Stamped Concrete Walking Path Project

Our stamped concrete walking path is done! This project ending officially completes all of our concrete projects. I talked about this more in our backyard transformation post, but the backyard has been our biggest DIY project yet. Virtually everything except the concrete has been DIY, including all of the landscaping around this new path.

Our Suburban Backyard Transformation

Our Suburban Backyard Transformation

Today marks one year since our main patio area was poured and I can hardly believe it. We’ve done WAY more in one year than I’d ever imagined. Without further ado, I’m excited to share our backyard transformation at the one year mark!

New House To-Do List: 7 Month Update

New House To-Do List: 7 Month Update

It’s been seven months since we’ve moved in and I’m back to provide an update on the same list of items I drafted before we moved in. Let’s take a look at where we are, shall we?

Stamped Concrete Patio Reveal

Stamped Concrete Patio Reveal

Coming to you live from my new patio with all the deets about picking colors, patterns and details of a stamped concrete patio.

Small Space Gardening Tips

Small Space Gardening Tips

There’s always a way to fit in a few garden basics, don’t let small spaces hold you back! I’ve compiled ideas, products and links to shop and Pinterest small-space garden items to get your creativity flowing.