Plant Spring Bulbs
Status: Completed 05 Oct 2008

Planted 80 bulbs; 20 daffodil, 30 dutch iris, 30 crocus. There isn't much to show until March 2009.

Expose and Inspect Wall at Rear of Lot
Status: Underway

In this view of the rear of the lot, it can be seen, at right, that soil has slipped down the slope onto the lower level. A cursory inspection has shown that the brick wall has failed. I am removing the debris and will inspect what remains to determine what further measures must be taken.

Lay Walkways Between Planting Beds
Status: On Hold, Pending Acquisition of Materials

I began laying a walkway, using brick that had fallen from the wall at the rear of the lot, or which I could pry away with my fingers. I was able to complete one section, but ran out of brick. I do not wish to use new materials here, because the walkway is probably temporary. If I can find more old brick, I can see about completing the other two sections.

Build Small Storage Shed
Status: Future Project, Pending Acquisition of Funding

I use various tools in conducting my work on this lot, such as a shovel, a rake, and a scythe. Ready access to these implements is an absolute necessity, but storing them in my living space is unacceptable. If I can manage sufficient funding, I would like to put up a 6' x 6' storage shed.

Build Compost Bin
Status: Future Project, Pending Acquisition of Funding

Compost is a useful thing to have when raising food crops. Compost piles, however, are not exactly pretty or efficient. If I can manage sufficient funding, I would like to build a 6' x 3' x 3' compost bin.