my opponent for today
Today was a holiday, but there was no rest. You see, today’s planting was to sow grass. I planted sod for about five hours to give the Gs a cool place to sleep during the summer months and to prevent muddy paws.
doing battle with the pallet
It’s a lot like doing flooring. You start with a single line, preferably against a straight edge. And then you keep going for 4 hours. It’s important to stagger the seams. And it’s important to make sure the sod is tightly butted up against each other. And that you water it A LOT.
just in case you were doubting that it was a big pile of sod…measured against my car
But the pile shrank.
much smaller
And finally it was done! Looks a lot better than dirt. Fingers crossed that it rains all weekend as predicted (even though it will effect the Easter parades and outdoor brunches—sorry!).
new sod installed
Of course, the Gs were pretty excited about having more grass. They love hanging out under the live oak tree, but I don’t really love that they’re rolling in the dirt. Now we can all be happy (and less muddy).
George liked it (a lot)
splendor in the grass G style—they’re thrilled to have grass to lie on under the live oak
Lots of watering happened when it was all down. And there will be more watering in my near future. Unless the predicted rain comes. Fingers crossed!
If I can actually cross my fingers. Gotta say that I’m exhausted and plenty of muscles hurt. I took a shower and lifting my arms high enough to wash my dirt-covered hair was a struggle. I’m proud of myself for actually being able to type. And form sentences. It’s going to be an 8:30 bedtime night if I can make it until then.
Most of all, it was awesome to be outside most of the day. Even if I do have a boo boo:
ouch! war wound from today—palm blister
Today’s DIY adventure definitely made me appreciate the effort it takes to have nice grass. And how much labor is required to plant it.
Sow, Sew, So 