Time caught up with last year, and we didn't get to finish a few projects outside before the weather turned too cold.  Now that it's warmed up a bit, it's time to finish the steps up to the front of the house.



It was important to level it all up again.  Because of the winter's freeze/thaw, it was necessary to start all over.



Lots of cuts were required to get the look just right and this paver/wet saw made the job easy.



These pavers aren't cheap so measure twice; cut once!



A light was installed.  The wire was run last year, so the hard work was already done.



This light will complement others we have for the front porch.



Recently, we planted the three remaining dogwood trees planned for this area.  The other landscaping planted last year is leafing out and appears to have survived harsh winter.



A finished project!  So, from this...



...to this! 



And before...



...to now.



And from above.





The tulips...



...are in full bloom now and made even this hard work quite enjoyable!  Happy spring!

Great job. All that work adds a great deal curb appeal and coordinates well with such a stately house. I'm very impressed and inspired to tackle my own retaining wall project.

That view from above is stunning! Love the tulips! :)