The Back Yard

The back yard has gone through various iterations in three years.   Eventually we replaced the chain link fence with wooden fencing (nothing too fancy in the back).  We planted some grass seed and then my husband built a drainage system - underground pipe out to the street - covered with stones.

We installed cattle gates across the driveway so that the dogs would have an enclosed space and now that the front is fenced they can run all the way around! That is Michael out in front.

Chain link

Putting in the first section

Planting a lilac bush and pear tree

I've included pictures from the very beginning when we had a big pile of wood in the back corner and chain link fence all around.

and then it was completely dug up for the new plumbing we installed. 

It only took one year for the fence to be covered in green!

Later on the telephone pole was completely knocked out in a storm and they put the wires on a neighbors pole.

Painting the telephone pole the color of the fence really helped it blend in!

This is Michael's resting place under the echinacea - Michael the big siamese cat that ruled the house!