Outdoor Space Makeover ~ Major Backyard Makeover ~ Firepit Area Design ~ Backyard Design

[@noniamaus]

Hey! Thank you for being willing to acknowledge the amazingness of God on social media. You are appreciated🙂

[@carlenerosinski5095]

God is so wonderful to give us glimpses of His beauty while we are here on this earth. I can only imagine what breathtaking beauty awaits us when we get to Heaven!

[@pamzurba1734]

Can't wait to see Jesus and the home that He has prepared for us there.

[@patriciacole8773]

Remember the fourth commandment KJV reminds us of Genesis 2:2&3. God never changes Jesus is our example. We’ve all been deceived. It was roman emperor Constantine in 321 A.D. after generations of Christian persecution who thought to change God’s times and laws. Jesus said don’t be deceived. And if you love Me KEEP MY COMMANDMENTS.

[@BluebonnetShelley]

Y’all are the most hard-working people! My back hurts just from watching. 😂😂😂

[@sheriebumgarner7065]

Mine too!

[@Maria-cf7yn]

I was looking for this comment. I feel so lazy watching this on my couch! 😂❤

[@carlenehall2979]

Oh Mary, I know it was hard to cut down that tree. A few years ago I had to decide to have an old dogwood in my yard cut down. It was more than 50 years old and had been the victim of droughts, bad winter storms, and another tree falling right next to it and grazing its side. Bugs were inside the trunk and it was slowly dying before my eyes. I cried so bad the day it was cut down. My neighbor took a large piece of the trunk and had a man make a lovely wooden bowl from a section of it. I treasure that bowl! Take care.

[@peterwhite9261]

I forgot, I love how you tell us the names of birds and point out their sounds. The cardinal is beautiful. You may be use to seeing them. There is a saying that if a cardinal visits you, it is an angel watching over you. Have you ever heard this before?

[@cherylspates5476]

I think this might be my favorite video! Everything looks so pretty. And like you I was in awe of seeing the northern lights. I never dreamed of getting to see them from my front yard in Alabama!The scripture “the heavens declare the glory of the Lord” came to mind as I watched. His creation never fails to cause awe.

[@kajlove1]

Amazing ! The Lord is awesome!

[@roymavistanner8399]

All the hard work you and your husband did removing the trees, and redoing that whole side of your yard is A M A Z I N G!!! I'm too old for any major yard 'reno's' now, but I have done in the past and I know how laborious it is.....but so satisfying when you see the finished results!! You are right.....one job always leads into another very quickly! Everything looks so manicured and just really and truly beautiful. Now you can enjoy the view from the top of the hill to the firepit area and visa versa! Well done! Can't get over how much your son looks like his Dad! I thought it was him at first! The northern lights were spectacular! Glad you got to experience it! ~~M~~

[@cindyclark9145]

I feel the same way you do about trees…I hate to fell a tree, but you made the right decision to remove this one…what a difference…let there be light! The neighboring trees will love it! A delightful panorama awaits! I know you gave it a lot of thought before making the decision to go with it and again it was a good choice! Everything is going to be amazing when it all comes to fruition! Knee pads Mary knee pads…save those knees for your later years girlfriend! ☺️ You’re blessed beyond measure! ❤

[@jeannefoguth2339]

I believe taking it down is the correct long-term choice.... My father had a spruce about that distance from his house and it got well over 100 feet tall.,... and became too big to deal with.

[@robertadunn1572]

YES I agree about the knee pads , and Please John wear eye protection when using a chainsaw , all of that debris flying around it only takes a second to put a pair of safety glasses on. Your eyes should always be protected . Motherly advice😊

[@vilmaterra4107]

Que pena talar los árboles, hay que ser más consciente con la naturaleza, 😔

[@debiegordon3787]

Yes SAVE the KNEES

[@tueches1822]

​@@vilmaterra4107habeces hay que cortarlos para darle mas oportunidad que crezcan otros. ella lo explicó en el video.

[@julieslone422]

The birds singing God's praise. Love the sound.

[@carolyenik2128]

Mary, you and your husband created a beautiful and peaceful area that can be a real joy to behold. It must just be very peaceful to just sit and relax in the evening. Thank you for taking me along as you created this beautiful haven. See you next time, and yes, God is Great.

[@angiemontgomery3907]

You make me chuckle, Mary-you said you’re impatient. IN A MILLION YEARS, u aren’t impatient. Omgosh you’re the picture of patience from what I can see ❤ thank you for this video. I love your property-the birds, forest, etc. so peaceful

[@junethiel632]

I have just re-watched this video. Wow, but your garden is simply spectacular! I understand why you took down a couple trees, but when that spruce fell over, I just cried.....I am rather weepy since my husband passed away. Like you, I also adore trees - we had about a quarter acre garden around our house of some 45 years, and as I love trees, and decidious shade is vital in our hot African weather, I had planted about 25 mature decidious trees. The person who bought our house in 2018, decided to take every single green thing out of the garden area!!!! He put concrete all around the house, creating a bland parking area...oh well. I would have loved to have spent a fe tranquil hours in your serene garden, Mary - always loved Ohio, and those birds just send me into Heaven! And, wow, what a privilege to see the aurora!!!

[@sheilafredricks1973]

I know I’ve told you before, but I just can’t say it enough…everything you touch turns out beautiful. Your property looks so peaceful. Pure tranquility!! Your gardens are always amazing. I have dappled shade gardens in my front yard and I struggle with what to plant, and making it look nice. You’re just a natural!! ❤

[@geraldineklatt7914]

Your gardens are so beautiful enjoy them

[@sarabarrier2776]

You are the hardest worker ever! Those rocks were heavy and you were throwing them around like nothing!!😂 Your yard is so peaceful and beautiful and everything you do just makes it look better! 💜

[@lisatoler3400]

I might have missed it but I'd love to see the view from the deck with the spruce down. With all the plants that you added to your beds I think it's okay to cut down one tree especially to make other trees healthier. Beautiful as always!

[@renee5713]

Yep, that's what I expected to see in the video. maybe later .

[@Ultima771]

Yeah I wanted to see that too! Maybe next video, hopefully!

[@B.HouseandHome]

We got to see the Northern Lights as well. I cried. So beautiful- God’s work. Thanks for your video and sharing. The renewed space looks wonderful.

[@DawnBeyer-k7x]

Girl, all I can say is you have a lot of energy. That is back breaking work. Looking great!

[@susanwright1931]

I got to see the northern lights for the first time that night as well. I was brought to tears at the beauty. It was very much a God moment for me. Seeing them has been on my bucket list my whole life. I told my husband I don’t want to cross it off because I want to see it again. Absolutely amazingly beautiful! So much more than I expected and hoped. I can’t imagine how they must be further north.

[@juliebrown5303]

Absolutely beautiful property! What a "spruce up". Just so peaceful and relaxing. You are such a hard worker Mary!

[@rita1259-y5c]

Opening the landscape up really increased its appeal!! You have a beautiful place!

[@LindaBaker-l1b]

Your decisions were 100% correct, Mary. I laughed out loud when you said that your wall wouldn't be anything like a John wall! It would be pretty hard to surpass the walls he makes, but yours looks great, too! You and John are a dynamic duo. My favorite videos are of you two working together. Your creations always are absolutely beautiful and honoring of God. The background music is wonderful, too!

[@heidimurphy8680]

I can appreciated how much hard work went into this project. Very inspiring! Loved how you showed how the plan progressed and changed.

[@dawnleland3414]

Wow. You are so strong Mary! And so incredibly talented! I have totes of projects that I can’t quite get to because of health issues - but I’m not ready to give up! My inspiration comes from you. So glad you got to see the northern lights! The first time we see them we are most certainly in awe of the world our Heavenly Father created. Visiting your area and staying in one of your cottages is on my bucket list!

[@juliaussery4303]

Mine too!!

[@suenewsome2756]

You won’t regret it! It was on my bucket list too! Finally went last October!! It was heavenly!!

[@kristenlau3211]

It's so hard for me to sometimes sit through videos of people working in the yard or cleaning when there's so much to be done around my house,but your videos are addicting,they are so inspiring and contagious..I feel you are a kindred soul..❤

[@sandycrayford3971]

Wow, very beautiful, does your back hurt the end of the day??😅

[@lwashburn5509]

Oh my how good it looks and all the birds singing . Stumps Martha Stewart stencilled on the seats 🤩

[@rbirkheimer59]

Mary and John you guys never cease to amaze me. Such a beautiful place, so peaceful.You deserve to relax ,have fun with your families. God Bless, Rebekah I never get tired of God's creations.

[@lindabooska7049]

Awesome pictures of the northern lights! The yard makeover is amazing! Such a beautiful yard!

[@lauracahow3534]

I don't usually comment but I love this. It's so inviting and just to sit and listen to the birds. Love it

[@angeladavis4721]

Really opens up the space with the two trees gone. Looks beautiful. ❤😊

[@nancyholbert2768]

I love how you use what you have without going out and buying expensive new stuff. I also admire your embrace of the woodland setting you live in!!! I wish I had just half your energy!!! I enjoy your videos, your calm narration, and content. God Bless!!!

[@adriaknecht9470]

Such a calming, relaxing video. I love to see how you place different plants and greenery around your space.

[@trishasosnowski548]

Hiya Mary!!! I am a big fan. Thank you for all the inspiration, calmness, and love that you give to your channel. I am certain that I don't speak just for myself. You are a blessing!!! I live in Northern Canada, I mean, "The Artic Circle"!! Iqaluit, Nunavut, to be exact. I have the absolute privilege and belessing to see the Northern Lights frequently. They are truly a wonder and the way they dance, spectacular!!!! Again, thank you, well, for you!!!! ❤

[@gillianashley1820]

Mary, I’m watching this in England, at 06.30 am, with my iPad in one hand and a cup of tea in the other, feeling utterly slothful in comparison to your hardworking self! For a petite lady you certainly pack a punch. Your home is so beautiful, and it’s particularly fascinating to see and hear birds that aren’t native in the UK. This has been one of my favourite videos, and I thank you for letting us share the benefits of all your effort and artistic imagination.

[@suecraig8630]

I know exactly how you feel about cutting down good trees, but sometimes it is just for the best. We have several evergreens planted too close together, so we cut one down and gave it to my neighbor to use for her Christmas tree. Now the others are growing much better.

[@bonniekintzel866]

I thought at the beginning of the video when you were talking about the birds. “The glory of God” we are so blessed if we just take the time to look. Then you talked about the northern lights and mentioned the glory of God. We truly are blessed.❤

[@jenniestacy1466]

Oh my what a beautiful place you have. Your hard work is so very evident. God's creation shows up in every blade of grass, and it is spectacular. Thank-you for sharing

[@shonasproat5303]

Great changes, even Nature needs space to breath and grow 😍

[@lesliebooth2833]

God’s gorgeous creation!! Makes me cry!! Thank You Jesus!! Your home creation is also stunning!! You both did such a lovely job on your place!!

[@guitarman2853]

Im in awe of all you can do when you transform your land. Thank you for sharing your beautiful outdoors with us. I love all your videos!

[@nancygrant6442]

The Northern Lights of one of the joys of living in Alaska. That and our long summer days.

[@kathycoblentz4852]

I love viburnum too! I have one I planted in front of my bedroom window so I can smell it when the window is open in the spring. My grandma always had one along the walkway to her back door and I loved smelling that, it brings me back!

[@SR416a]

Well that’s a first. Gardening in a pencil skirt. Fashion amongst the flora!

[@lindawilliams3397]

Loved hearing all the birds in the background while you worked. Very calming! Looks great too!

[@rsk1ecw]

My back would be screaming after moving all those rocks and the digging. It looks beautiful!

[@ruthhyster5807]

Praise God that you live in the middle of Gods Beautiful Creation and you take such wonderful care of it.

[@peterwhite9261]

I grew up and lived half of my life in Labrador and seeing the northern lights was a regular occurrence. There is a song, The Northern Lights of Labrador. I have been living in Surrey, British Columbia for 25 years in a city, so we don't see much. As children we were told not to whistle at them or they will come down and take you away. Of course we all whistled and they did seem to come down and closer but they didn't take us away.LOL. Mary, I am against cutting down trees too but your whole outdoor space looks so much better. The fact that you planted things good for the area that attacks butterflies is a positive. When you moved the rocks, I was saying out loud, look at her go! I miss those days. I couldn't wait for others either. If I thought I could do it, I did. I once cut down a huge tree whose roots were close to my house. I only used a small dollar tree pruning saw and it got the job done. It is regrowing now but we now live down the road. Where we are now is a small garden full of river rock. After 10 years here it is taken over by wild morning glory and bishops weeds. I hope I feel better soon to tackle it. Your creativity and endurance are impressive.❤

[@sharonkorfmacher76]

Absolutely Love your Rock Wall Mary! Your visions of change are always lovely, natural and add to the beauty of your property. 🌿🪴🌸

[@pbenson56fran]

Wow, you know the name of so many plants. I didn't know you could see the Northern Lights as far as Ohio. Thank you for the allowing me to see the beauty of the Northern Lights

[@Janice-w9b]

Mary and John your out side space is so Beautiful it's like a Park. The pond, trees and all the beautiful flowers. Enjoy your summer with family. God Bless you folks. From Nevada😊 I always enjoy your videos Mary 😊

[@Maitree15]

gosh, how beautiful, yes our Lord gives us splendor

[@dorothythorpe6183]

How wonderful you and family got to see the Northern Lights! What a treat! I enjoyed this video so much! Partly because Ohio is so different from southern California! Delightful to watch you improving your yards! Thank you! Enjoy!

[@silkebeiler5285]

Hallo 🙂 So ein wunderschönes Grundstück 🥰Man sieht das viel Liebe reingesteckt wird. Man fühlt sich beim zuschauen sofort wohl.

[@lwashburn5509]

Yes the extendable marshmallow sticks . Oh citrus mint candles will have to get ! Of course if it were not for the rain pouring I’d be out there trying to do my yard work in slow incremental steady steps from my torn calf muscles just taking so long to mend since Feb 2023 Lord send me some yard helpers so I can just enjoy my property . Amen

[@ShannonMiller-i2t]

I wish I had your work ethic then maybe my yard could be as beautiful as yours, but then again probably not. Your vision of what will be the end result is amazing. Beautiful job once again.

[@HenriettaReal]

You live in a peaceful place. I just love all the trees and singing birds.

[@beckysmith7142]

Hi Mary, I know I have said it before, but I will say it again, you have got to be the hardest working lady I know of! And if I had your energy, wow, I would be so happy!!! Thank you for this video Mary, it inspired me to get busy in my own yard! God Bless!

[@Janice-w9b]

You folks have your own little Pardice . Your home and yard are Beautiful. Mary your like a little bee buzzing around doing a project. It must be so satisfying. Enjoy the Summer Once again enjoyed your video. 😊

[@xiloaduarte8505]

I couldn't watch those perfectly healthy trees get cut down, it was just heart breaking!

[@debraciola8998]

What a wonderful serene backyard. You are such a hard worker, just amazing work ethics.!

[@robertam4108]

Both of you worked so hard in your yard. I'm looking forward to see the new grassway. The birds sound so neat. Loved this video.

[@janashe8600]

Your yard looks so peaceful!! We truly have an awesome God!!!

[@bonnieirwin1621]

I know we are not supposed to be jealous but I can't even begin to imagine living in a beautiful patch of paradise like you and John, have worked so hard to make it so cozy and peaceful. I live in the suburbs and have to drive to the park to see large amounts of grass and trees. I work in my garden when it's below 90°, I live outside of New Orleans. We may have great food but we have lousy weather!! 😢 Great job and thanks for your wonderful creativity to inspire us with!! 😊😅

[@patriciakumar115]

Mary, I too don't like seeing trees taken down; however, what you've created is absolutely outstanding in design and creativity! I've said this about you before and I need to say it again: You're the hardest working person on KZbin, full stop! I so appreciate your sharing your vision with us. I'm humbled by your dedication to making your home a very special place. ❤

[@karenorlando8330]

I love all the adjustments you made Mary! Your property looks gorgeous ❤. I am amazed every time I see you working, in a skirt no less, you'll never need a gym membership!💪💕

[@pt8019]

In about 3 yrs it will look magical... if that word is ok to use. With the choices of plants and paths, the opening of the area was the right choice.

[@oraliamasswadi662]

It’s a paradise back there Mary saw a beautiful red bird. Love the sound of the birds singing. Wonderful video Mary. Thumbs up for your husband you are bless 🌱🪴

[@sgageasl8773]

I love watching your videos and I am not sure that I have ever left a comment before. I find your videos relaxing and informative. BUT, I also live vicariously through you!! I have had 2 back surgeries so many of the outdoor activities I used to do I cant anymore. My husband does help with our yard but I used to get so much pleasure out of the physical effort involved. I loved watching you move the rocks because that is what I use to do. I live in CA but have always dreamed of living "in he woods" as you do. Your home looks like such a haven, inside and out. Your family is truly blessed with all the hard work you put into your home.

[@cruznsuzn6644]

Beautiful! We could see NL in Northern California. Thank you for always giving Glory to God. Appreciate your videos.

[@judywright2733]

You are an amazing woman, Mary! So talented in so many ways and hard working! Heavenly setting you’ve created!❤

[@DonnaHarper-lg9pw]

Oh what a lovely space you created. You are such a hard worker Mary. Thank you for sharing your creation, and thank you so much for taking us along. See you soon. 😊❤😊❤🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@ozarkview928]

The tree was beautiful but I do think the view is much better. You have a beautiful outdoor space !

[@sandrasuszek4798]

Your Eden garden! Sometimes you just have to make changes to make it fit your needs. It all looks so cozy! Great job!!!

[@maryruther1842]

I thoroughly enjoyed watching you work outdoors this spring 2024! I used to work that diligently, and now at age 72, I pace myself. Thank you for the idea of straw atop grass seed…will be using that! Your property looks luscious and so beautifully tended! I love it!

[@LisaH582]

That's a lot of hard work but it's so worth it in the end. It's very pretty and functional!

[@MamaT160]

Oh, that beautiful pink dogwood reminds me of my home state of SC! We have lived in SW OH for 9 years now, and I don't really see many dogwoods in our area. Love all the changes and improvements y'all made, laughed out loud about the "gallows," as we are planning to put a swing in our back yard this summer. Love your channel, all your hard work and inspiration. Enjoy spring in your part of the state! The Northern Lights weren't visible in our area, at least not that we could ever see. Beautiful pictures. This is My Father's World!

[@carolwaite4343]

Mary, you are one strong lady, throwing those rocks around.😅 You remind me of my younger me. Love your gardens & landscape❤ It came out beautiful.

[@loricook2188]

I’d love to have a property with all those beautiful rocks. Great for landscaping! 👍🏻

[@Redbudwoods]

This will be a beautiful walkway, your back yard is a little secret garden. I cut a 20+ year old lilac three years ago…it was a hard rejuvenation pruning. It has comeback and rewarded me a most beautiful display this year!

[@denisecarter5117]

Lots of hard work. The grass path will look great, like it should have been there.

[@Cherie5353]

I love the rock wall. Mary, you and John work so hard but such a beautiful place after it. ❤❤❤❤

[@nancywhitten2585]

Love the changes and the birds, kitty, and aurora borealis! I saw the Northern lights once in Michigan and it was an awe inspiring experiance🤗🙏🤗.

[@Leticia-Far67]

I am not an outdoor person, mainly because i have to wear sunscreen ALL the time outdoors, otherwise my skin gets very irritated not sunburned. But if had a yard like your's I would make that sacrifice just to be surrounded by gods nature. Its beautiful and irradiates peace .

[@katygillis5198]

You have such a strong back and strong work ethic , coupled with amazing creativity. I love your place!

[@Francine-ph7xy]

We live in Connecticut and I just cut down two very old lilac bushes and we had to dig in the dirt to loosen the dirt to plant arborvitaes and we hit big rocks and big lilac bush roots so I get it! Your yard looks so beautiful and serene. God’s nature!

[@jewelllowe3054]

You do what you like, after all it’s your property. Looks great! 😊 We also saw the northern lights here in eastern Tennessee, it was amazing.

[@rachelshepherd8099]

These gardening/outdoor videos are some of my favorites. I was able to see the Northern Lights in WV too. Amazing!

[@thewoodchick7462]

Love all these ideas! I love that you take pride in each area of your property. I know social media makes you feel like you have to explain why you do things, but you do not have to!!! You both work so hard and it shows in your beautiful home...

[@smilingvick]

You have a beautiful yard and I love all your plants. Everything looks so peaceful and serene. God's beauty is truly amazing.

[@marchacoursey1508]

Mary, you amaze me! Everything is so beautiful and you hoisting all those rocks was somethin else. I get kind of tired just watching you! Thank you for sharing your days with us.

[@RobertMatthews-pw2yk]

Be proud ..the yard is beautiful!.thank you for sharing.🙏🙏🙏😁😁😁❤️❤️❤️

[@elainepeterson1269]

Mary, You and John have beautiful home. Thank you for inspiring me to continue to create❤

[@hettiekenny5185]

I think the music you used enhanced this video! Such beauty. Thx for showing your grand dreams unfold. ✝️

[@lizdoherty5767]

I love how you throw those rocks around like they’re weightless without even a grunt lol I’d be making lots of noise if that were me!

[@sheriebumgarner7065]

REALLY enjoyed this video. Thanks for not having loud music, (well you never do), it would have ruined a very relaxing experience. It did pain me to see those beautiful trees being cut down. But I am impressed with the whole project. It turned out beautifully. Love you Mary! Oh, I forgot to mention how much I enjoyed hearing the birds sing. You are blessed.

[@karenlouder2665]

The northern lights are beautiful ❤❤❤

[@brendagalligan7891]

Your property is a little slice of Heaven; so beautiful & peaceful! You all are such hard workers & get so much done in a day! I love your channel & all your helpful tips. Those crock candles are really nice!

[@gracemoore384]

I really enjoyed watching you & hubbie clear things out…especially enjoyed the tree removal, root removal & picking rocks. Haha. I guess I love watching people work! Well done

[@cathiespalding2083]

Your backyard is absolutely gorgeous.. I would never get tired of enjoying it. You did a fantastic job!

[@cherylthepearl827]

Wow Mary. Looks great! So glad the northern lights were visible. We had cloudy weather here in southern Maryland. My southern relatives shared nice photos. ❤

[@kcotjo]

Greetings from the middle of Nebraska! I had to go ice my back after watching you and John work so hard!! I loved everything about this video. Hearing the birds, watching you plant, looking at all the beautiful landscaping. I understand completely about losing a tree but I think you did the right thing. You basically live in a forest after all. Can't wait to see everything grow and mature. Thank you for taking us along on your projects. I hope your backs weren't hurting too bad!!