"In his domestic administration my father had this system . . . to keep a journal and insert in it all occurrences of any note . . . A record very pleasant to look at when time begins to efface the memory of events, and very well suited to get us out of perplexity: When was such and such a thing begun? When completed? What retinues came? How long did they stay? Our trips, our absences; marriages; deaths; the receipt of happy or unhappy news . . . An ancient custom, which I think it would be good to revive, each man in each man's home. And I think I am a fool to have neglected it." (Montaigne, Book I, Essay 35 (publ. 1580))

Thursday, August 13, 2009

Taking shape . . .

More back yard progress.

Top picture was July 28 - starting to put out the concrete forms. If you click to enlarge, you'll see two concrete squares - samples intended to help us decide on the look of the concrete patio area.

Middle picture was August 11 - same viewpoint as the top picture - but now with concrete poured, metal planters in place, some of the plants installed.

Bottom picture also August 11. Taken from opposite (NE) corner of yard.

Quite a bit of progress from this stage, let alone this stage.


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