The Front Yard's Neutral...
Like the Swiss during WWII, only with less new "found" wealth. Those sneaky Swiss.. Anyway, the front yard's neutral, it's all about curb appeal and nothing else.
Now the back yard. The back yard is where our individual personalities shine. It's split right down the middle at my herb garden. DeWitte's got the back of the yard and I've got the front. It's a compromise that's kept the peace for the 11 years we've lived in this house.
On my side, we've got the deck, where we and our friends sit and talk as I cook out on the grill..it's also got pretty lighting, that was replaced this year, so we can see when it gets dark.
That's where my flower garden is, too..
It's where you can sit in the swing and watch the fish and listen to the frogs..
Or just visit with Frank..
We spend a lot of time in the screen house, eating dinner or playing games. It'll have a stereo and a fan within the month..
This is the view of my side of the yard from DeWittes..
I like it.
Now, on DeWitte's side of the yard is the garage..
I'll give him a break because he's got to share his side with Nathan..they both really like their crap.
The fire pit is on DeWitte's side, too.
When you look closely at the pool, I'm sure you'll appreciate the indoor-outdoor carpeting...
Like this trailer, which Nathan spends a great deal of time jacking up and down, over and over. Not something I'd let him do but DeWitte says it's ok so I don't argue. Dads parent differently than Moms. But when it falls and crushes his head, I'll say I told you so.
Comments
You do have a huge yard!
Sounds like some HGTV show needs to come and blend both sides into one harmonious yard. And maybe some TLC or Spike show could come and pimp out the tractor, and, you know, make it so the wheels don't fall off.
Your home is ripe for television shows!
do you like that, JaWitte... Jamie & Dewitte, JaWitte... bwhahhahaah...
Our house is more, the inside's mine, the outside is his. Well, kind of. He has to help maintain the inside. He does most of the outside stuff because he likes it. But as far as design goes, I make the final decisions inside and he does it outside.
Even with DeWitte's side, I'm totally jealous of your house & yard. It's gorgeous! I especially love the screen room.
Your side is gorgeous!
DeWitte, you need to take some lessons from your lovely wife :)