hgtv landscapers' challenge, where are you...

Today is May 4th. In exactly 18 days, Gary and I are hosting a wedding reception for 150 people in our backyard for Mimi's daughter, Mia, and her soon-to-be-son-in-law, Colin. So exciting! Can't wait. Love them.

So, for pure selfish motivation, I am posting some pictures here. Now, I know what you're thinking. Here we go again. Didn't she post pictures of her disastrous home office for motivational purposes?

Yes, yes I did. Umm...still working on that. And, yep, my tail is between my legs. But, but, have faith and stay tuned because updated pics will be coming to a blog near you. Sooner rather than later, I hope.

I'm one of those people who work better under pressure...well, that's just me. I live for deadlines and always manage to meet them. I love a good challenge. Okay, Gary, except when I run out of gas which I'm kind of known for. Is that really such a bad thing? Hmm.

Anyway, I took these pictures last Friday. Yikes, did I mention that we have 18 days from today? Well, sit back, take a deep breath along with me and take a look. Wait, let me get a brown paper bag first just in case I start to hyperventilate.

This is my beautiful flower garden? What the heck happened over the winter. I'm sure those damn dust bunnies have outdoor relatives they've been talking to. They must be living under my shed. Ugh.

You know everyone needs THREE propane tanks, right? Geesh.

You mean the candle chandelier doesn't work there on that old darn hook? Really?

Somewhere in this mess are the tools I - oopsie I mean Gary - needs to beautify our yard. Have I mentioned what a wonderful landscaper he is?

Well, we have two more weekends to work on this wedding reception venue. Think we can do it? The pressure is on. Mia and Colin...have no fear.

Thinking...so, why exactly did I volunteer to host a neighborhood yard sale this weekend? AND...where are those scouts for HGTV Landscapers' Challenge when you need them?