outdoor living

I live in a house! My own house! Well, ok, I rent it, and I have two roomates but it's our house! Spring is finally here and hopefully staying because I cant handle any more cold. This will be my first summer in Richmond and from the rumors, or plain old fact, I'm kinda in the south and that means hot hot hot. and humid. I'm preparing for these days, for I dont like spending summer indoors, in the heat or the ac. I have a tiny backyard but it's a cute little space. Ross and I have been slowly cleaning it up on warm days, collecting and transplanting plants and grass from the fields and woods across the way. I have grand plans for two things, actually three. A patio, a hammock, and a teepee! Unfortunately I dont have room for all three but I can still dream. One day I'll have a big backyard with gardens and fruit trees, and all of those previously mentioned things, but for now a decision must be made.