That bush had been dying a very slow death and simply had to go. We're slowly working on transplanting other plants into the front beds and can't wait to see the finished product.
Into the back yard. A piece of our flowerbed was rotting, so Bryan had to replace it. It looks pretty laughable at the moment, but we're waiting to see how much it will weather in the next year or so. We figure it if still looks ridiculous, we can always power wash each piece, and it'll blend better. 
The first picture also KIND OF gives you an idea with the heinous amount of weeds we were dealing with. I really wish I could find my before picture of this side bed because it was HORRENDOUS. Like OMG I'm embarrassed to show you HORRENDOUS. Now... it's gorgeous, and we really hope to be able to stay on top of it to cut down on the work next spring.
Power washing works miracles! 
The deck has had quite the makeover. We power washed it and couldn't believe the difference! We got the new stain/sealer on the main part of the deck, and Bryan is currently working on the railing. It's BEAUTIFUL!
After power washing the back patio and the pillars, things were looking pretty rough. Luckily they all cleaned up nicely and look great with a new coat of paint. It's amazing what some paint can do! 
Back patio. The concrete needed to be repainted. We've since purchase two large outdoor storage bins for the girls' plethora of outside toys. It looks TONS better.
After power washing the back patio and the pillars, things were looking pretty rough. Luckily they all cleaned up nicely and look great with a new coat of paint. It's amazing what some paint can do! Back patio. The concrete needed to be repainted. We've since purchase two large outdoor storage bins for the girls' plethora of outside toys. It looks TONS better. We've definitely been busy, but there is still SO MUCH to do. It feels great though seeing our hard work pay off!
