Ideas For Your Backyard

Don’t you just love the sound of running water?  It is so soothing and  relaxing.  In the winter I miss sitting in the backyard and listening to our  big fountain in the pond.

Why not bring the sounds of splashing water into your home.  There are many different kinds of desk top or tabletop fountains available.  You are sure to find one that will fit in your decor.

Our backyard is a sanctuary.  For us and for our feathered friends.  We love to watch the birds eat, bathe and play as well as listen to them sing.

Providing the birds with a place to nest or rest is one way to help bring the birds to your backyard.  You can make it fun for your family by choosing bird houses that go with your decor.

I like to ‘dress up’  my windows with a little bit of color.  On a cold winters day it helps to make me feel a little warmer as the  colors seem to dance in the sunlight.

The use of sun catchers in your windows not only adds color but a little bit of sparkle as the sun catches them. 

While reflecting in our little “Garden of Eden” I see a Noah’s Ark Birdhouse and think about the days of long ago.  The supposed simplier life.  We often think how difficult it must have been….having to gather seeds, berries and nuts.  You couldn’t just walk into a store a buy what you wanted.  How simple is that?

 Yet the little birds that visit us do have such a life.  They have come to expect that we will take care of them by providing shelter, a bite to eat and a place to rest.

Have you ever wanted a fountain in your backyard, but didn’t think that it was within your grasp?  It could never be any easier for the home do-it-yourselfer!

All you have to do is decide where you want your fountain, select it, and place it!  There is no plumbing. The only prerecquiste is that it is near an electrical outlet. The fountains have a small pump that recirculate the water.  Just be sure that you  that you keep plenty of water in the bowl.

Wow we’ve had some pretty strong winds lately!, as have many areas around the country.  If you’re like me you get curious about how strong they are and what direction they are coming from.

Now I have no sense of direction, so it is nice to have a weather vane that will show me.  Many weather vanes sit atop the garage or other outdoor building, but there are some that are garden stakes, so they can be seen easier from the house window.

I really like the sound of running water, but it is way too cold to sit outside. So, I brought the sound of running water inside! The sounds of running water are soothing, relaxing, and what better way to help you deal with the daily stresss?

Have you ever gotten so much rain or wind that you wonder how much you’re getting?  It’s fun to check and keep track of.

There are many kinds of weather gauges available.  Some simply measure the rain others are actually mini weather stations.  They come in many different sizes and shapes.  You can get one that will actually follow your garden theme.  I like the whimsical, how about you?  What is your preferencce?

 I have many plants that I need to bring in as the weather gets colder.  Before I take them back out in the spring though I will need to check them to see if they need to be repotted.  This also gives me a chance to change the theme of my garden/room.

Be sure to select the right size pot for your plant.  You want to be careful that the flower pot is not way too big or way too small  for the plant. 

   As the weather warms, I am reminded of the days spent in the backyard and garden.  It’s nice to walk around and enjoy the beautiful plants and the view of the garden. After walking around or after working in the yard, it is nice to have a place to sit.  Our children and grandchilden also enjoy sitting in the swings and watching the fish in the Koi pond.