Our landlord neglects our property. Despite numerous calls to the managing agent, the grounds are poorly maintained. In more than two years I've seen the front lawn mown twice and the gardens weeded only once. The path to our door is never swept and litter never cleared. Over time the mature trees shading our entrance have become an eye-gouging jungle.
Today, Garry and I took matters into our own hands and spent the day taming our shameful front yard. We collected piles of litter, threw out rusting junk, lopped tree branches, ripped up tangled vines, swept paths and weeded gardens. We also arranged for the Council to collect an old fridge someone abandoned in the garden. Then, in a moment of madness, we dashed to the local hardware store in search of a few new plants.
Luck was on our side. We found large daisy bushes on sale for £1.99 and attractive wooden garden borders for less than £10. Another hour of work in the garden completed the day's transformation. The end result is spectacular. The neighbours are thrilled. One even knocked on our door with a bottle of wine to express their gratitude. After eight dirty hours, we finally have a home we're proud of.
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Good on you both - it will so much nicer for all to come home too. You will be able to take on clean ups as a retirement job!
A nice day in the garden is always pleasureable especially if you get a great result in the end and doesn't it look terrific . Great work !!
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