A Whole Month and Two Days Later...

I did say in the previous post that I would be doing a walk around the following day, but things came up and here, just over a month later I've gotten a chance to sit down and blog for a spell. Better late than never I suppose...

House Front Facing SW via Realtor Listing

Here she is in the early spring with nary a bud on the trees yet.  I feel the house could use a bit of contrast.  I like this weathered shade of blue but the grey trim feels like it's bringing her down.  It really needs some white to make it pop and I'm thinking a burst of red on the front door.  Unfortunately, I don't think I'll be able to get that done until next spring.

House Front

Here she is just a couple months later on move-in day.  Lots of green including lots of weeds.  Since this photo, my mom and I have planted some perennials and added some bright cheery flowers to the barrels.

Deck Facing North via Realtor Listing

Here is the back.  The deck is really rough looking and has moss covering about a quarter of it.  This is high on the priority list to fix, clean, get stained and painted before winter.  The plan is to stain the deck and seat surfaces a natural wood color and to paint everything else white.

Deck Hiding Behind Overgrown Bushes

Again, this shot is taken just as we were moving in.  Amazing what God's creation can do in a couple of short months.  The bushes and weeds are out of control but I've been working on them a section at a time each day.

Prickly Pear In Bloom

Here is something I didn't expect to see here in Wisconsin.  When I left Arizona, I said "If I never see a cactus again, it will be too soon".  Our realtor thought it was a sign; and it was...