summertime fun

basil

I have been so excited about a really simple thing... Basil.

I planted some in one of my pots on the front porch, and I love checking on it and watching it grow.

My favorite, is rubbing the leaves in my fingers, and then smelling that yummy smell that lingers on my skin.

It's such a fresh smell. I love to eat it too, especially on sandwiches. 

If you don't have any planted, go plant some!

flatwork

Ryan's latest project:

preparing the foundation for the shed

Bennie lined up the concrete delivery for us today, and showed up bright and early to prep the area.

and, Gary came to "supervise"

Ben and his OCD, nothing but perfection!

and... we love him for it, cuz it looks awesome!  Thanks Bennie!!

Soon, Dad Foutz will be over to build the structure.

He's been chomping at the bit to get it started for a couple months now. 

grass

I have been so pleased with how quickly the grass seed has grown and filled in.  I was skeptical of seed, and pro sod, but Ryan insisted on trying the seed first.  I am glad I didn't fight him.  It still has a few bare spots, but for the most part it is as green as ever.