Anyway, that’s how you can clean ballpoint pen if the need ever arises!.This is a really fun little project!

I mean worse than I already was.I had no idea what I was in for with this property, and we’re probably in over our heads in a lot of areas.

Not that that’s a bad thing.I’m enjoying every little second of it and I relish the fact that I’m learning all these things now.In 30 years, I’ll have 30 years of experience and this place will be stunning.. For now… it’s a learning experience.

Still.. I’m fairly determined to get this place looking not-so-bad now that school’s back in.This little petunia plant is one I saved from certain death by whatever bug was eating it where it was before.

I put it up on the ledge by our side door so people can see it from the road.

It’s my little S.O.S….This year, one shot and it looks like we’re good to go..er..grow!.

That extra thick weedy patch down the center is where we’re going to put the path.More black plastic covered with some mulch is the plan!.

Edit: I should clarify that after those 2-3 years, the black plastic is coming off to hopefully reveal lots of sad and smothered weeds…and great soil!We’re not just going to plant over top like they do with that landscaping fabric.