Thursday, July 3, 2008

It's Getting There...

We have been working on our backyard for, what seems like, forever! But it is coming along....slowly, but coming along.

Jesse was going to build a Pergola in the backyard, and then we realized he has like ZERO time to do this. So we hired someone. Here is day one:

And by day two we had ourselves a Pergola:


Jesse would love to hang a rod iron chandelier from the log in the center with candles. Very cool. We are also taking the leftover log, cutting it up to be the ends of a couple of benches, then having a neighbor do some bench "tops" for us. Such a process to get a backyard in! But, I think we will be happy with the results!

9 comments:

Pedaling said...

that is going to be such an enjoyable spot! love it!

Carrie and Jeff said...

That is looking so nice Trish. I want one of those in my backyard. Happy Birthday (yesterday). That is funny that we have so much in common. I hope you had a good day.

Soccer Mom said...

Too Cool! Can't wait 'till we get to see it!!!

Rob, Kara & Crew said...

You're going to have a really cool back yard. Happy 4th of July

Cindy G said...

Wow - aren't backyards the greatest? So much potential, and it makes for such a great family hang out place.

Unknown said...

I love pergolas! They are so inviting and cozy. I really like the design of yours and using leftover wood to create seating is genius!

Mindy Widdowson said...

Wow Trish-
That is gorgeous! You know...by the time you build something yourself for the sake of saving a little $$$..I always feel like you end up paying MORE in valuable time! Jon doesn't always share my opinion,but I think most wives feel like I do. Don't they? Your backyard is coming along beautifully.
Love,
Mindy

Callie said...

Trisha Madsen what is going on!!!!! I saw your sisters in Malad over the fourth. They gave me your blog. I have not seen you for so long! You look great. Your kids are so cute. Sorry to hear about your little man. That is so scary. Glad he is ok. It was so fun to see your blog.

Josh Farnsworth said...

Hey guys,
It looks like your yard is coming along. Our home remodel is moving along well out here in Virginia. Thanks again for the Cafe Rio!
Josh & Laura