Ok Ok here it is

Natalie has been pestering me to update the progress of Aariel's front yard; so here are pictures of our substantial effort.

First, I had to make sure that all the piping is ok. Even though

I am not using the old system as it is, all has to be watertight.

Then we had to get rid of the old grass, 

but first we had to bash off the soil and take off the plastic mesh backing.  Did you know that sod is grown  in/on/with a fine green plastic netting  - which has to be removed before disposing of said sod at some recycling stations?  A major pain.

Mind you, Aariel does not stop just because baby needs to sleep.

The plot needs to be nicely leveled,

and the plants need to be placed by our top designer.

We do need a break on occasion; it's hot in this Southern California sun.

 For some, mulching is the fun part.

 In the end, all got done, and now Patricia can do more of her
magic with all the little things in between. 

Who else wants their front or backyard designed by Patricia?