Yesterday was yard day at Casa de WWBD.

I started by digging a trench in the front yard for a retaining wall. About 3 years ago, we hit the yard with a kabota (a tractor with a back-hoe on the back and a bucket on the front). Our front yard sloped down from the street to the front of the house (we’re built on a hill) and was a pain in the ass to mow.

So… we converted it from one long slope into two flat terraces.

We put in a retaining wall along the longest side 2 years ago, but the going has been very slow (since I’ve been unable to do much due to my back). After my last surgery, I’ve finally been feeling up to it.

We also went and picked up 600 lb (272 kg) of Iron Mountain patio stone to place along the sidewalk edge of the upper part of the yard and will fill the rest with flowers and a Japanese maple. The lower section will be totally bricked for a patio. It should look all spiffy and stuffs when finished.

Today’s plan: Motorcycle ride!

My cousin, Shawn, is coming over shortly. He’s new to the motorcycle experience and wants to get some group riding in. So, we’re going to do a low speed tour of eastern Washington and western Idaho. Should be all kinds of fun! 🙂

Tomorrow’s Plan: Jury Duty
I’m scheduled to appear for jury selection tomorrow at 8am. While I seriously doubt that I’ll make the cut, I honestly want to do this. I’ve lived in this crap town for over 20 years and this is the first time they’ve ever summoned me to appear. It could make for some interesting experiences.