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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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! 😂❤

[@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!

[@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!

[@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?

[@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

[@Maitree15]

gosh, how beautiful, yes our Lord gives us splendor

[@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!

[@ruthhyster5807]

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

[@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!!!

[@lwashburn5509]

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

[@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~~

[@SR416a]

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

[@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! 💜

[@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

[@DawnBeyer-k7x]

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

[@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!!!! ❤

[@julieslone422]

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

[@juliebrown5303]

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

[@nancygrant6442]

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

[@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!!!

[@xiloaduarte8505]

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

[@B.HouseandHomemade]

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.

[@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

[@rita1259-y5c]

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

[@heidimurphy8680]

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

[@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!

[@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. 😊

[@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 😊

[@HenriettaReal]

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

[@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.

[@silkebeiler5285]

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

[@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 .

[@adriaknecht9470]

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

[@lindabooska7049]

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

[@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

[@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!

[@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??😅

[@amazinganna9982]

This is definitely not meant as a dreaded "bottom comment" but I must admit it gave me the willies when you were reaching into the leafy piles in search of rocks; do you have venomous snakes there? Maybe not so my fears were unfounded! Thank you for another wonderful video, especially pointing out the beauty of God's creation with the northern lights.

[@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!!

[@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

[@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!!

[@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

[@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.❤

[@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.

[@cruznsuzn6644]

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

[@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.

[@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.❤

[@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.

[@rsk1ecw]

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

[@pandorar1388]

Don't feel bad about cutting down the tree. You deserve the joy of seeing your beautiful pond from the deck.

[@judywright2733]

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

[@shonasproat5303]

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

[@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.

[@angeladavis4721]

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

[@katygillis5198]

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

[@loricook2188]

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

[@karenlouder2665]

The northern lights are beautiful ❤❤❤

[@lindawilliams3397]

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

[@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!

[@janashe8600]

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

[@shellydehart8217]

Oh my goodness, I know I’ve said this many times but have to say it again. You have the most beautiful landscaping piece of property. It should be in Better Homes n Garden or Southern Living. You said you have lots of rocks n stones. I feel that’s a blessing as I have to buy them n they can be costly. I love how you n John decided to place a path of grass in that area. With all your beautiful flowers n stepping stones it’s a place of solitude. That’s always been my desire to live in the woods n have the beauty you have. At 73 I don’t think it’ll happen but I can dream in see it through you. ♥️♥️♥️👍👍👍👍🌟 PS. I noticed the cute little red house in the back. Is it a shed to store something’s?

[@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. ❤

[@bonnienewcomb4315]

I too, am very impatient when I want to get something done and will struggle at times doing it myself. My husband always says, " Why didn't you wait for me?" 😂

[@elainepeterson1269]

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

[@kathyschwable1298]

I can hardly wait to see the grass path!!!

[@kippykate9905]

Mary, thank you for sharing your creative inspiration. It inspires me to create and repurpose items in my home. Thank you for sharing the northern light photos! Our God is the great artist & creator! Blessings.

[@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.

[@JudyBittner]

I really enjoyed this video. Especially the sounds of the birds! Your home is lovely. The outside area is so inviting. Your hard work is evident.

[@BrendaPhilyaw]

Really enjoyed seeing this! You are such a hard worker. I wish I had just a dab of your energy. You inspire this old Nana!

[@ruthiewilliams3482]

Make your yard as you want it. I have planted over thirty trees after having to take down trees to build our home.

[@rachelshepherd8099]

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

[@debidurham984]

Hello Mary!!! Such a beautiful outside space!!! I love the rock wall you created!!! I hate to have trees cut down but sometimes we have to. It really opened up your space!!! It turned out beautifully!!! Take care and God bless 😊❤

[@vickyyingling2252]

I wish I had your energy! The both of you work so hard. 😅 Your home and property is so beautiful ❤️

[@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.

[@heatherbarber8495]

Oh your place is just breathtakingly beautiful! You all do such an amazing job at improving and maintaining it.... You are good stewards of what God has given you. I love how you always give the glory to Him and aren't afraid to be frank about it. And those northern lights! It looks like pictures my nephew sent me from New Hampshire last Friday the 10th.... Wondering if you saw it on the same day? Anyway, I look forward to each new video. May God bless and keep and prosper you further.

[@barbaracarlson1331]

Oh how fun you made your space! Also seeing the Northern Lights was wonderful!!!!

[@pamelasprings6723]

You accomplish so much in so little time. Everything looks so wonderful. How do you lift those huge rocks? I love your property. It would be my dream to have something like yours. I am 77 now and am able to garden and create at my friend's property. It is so awesome to be able to work in nature. I love seeing the bunnies and birds. They love it when I pull weeds and disturb the earth so they can get worms and bugs, they come so close I can almost touch them. Thank you for sharing all your hard work with us.

[@prettygreenfrogsecretgarde3790]

Hello maam, I just found your channel. Im from Indonesia. I do love trees. I feel so sad when I saw you cut down your pine tress. But you still have lot of them 😊. I like your back yard with pond, cabin and tress. I hope someday I can live like you. I mean feel safe live near wood.

[@jack6964]

That tree could have been the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree!!

[@stacied242]

One last touch...the table between the green chairs needs to be the same color as eating table...that would make the space pop even more :)

[@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!

[@sharonkorfmacher76]

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

[@smilingvick]

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

[@susanhaddan4633]

What a serene yard/garden you have. I love what you did to create another beautiful area! God created so many beautiful things for us to enjoy. What a wonderful God He is!!! Thank you for the lovely video and love the marshmallow sticks, too!!

[@michellnav]

How beautiful! It is very hard to take out trees, but wow what a difference! We're about to take out a bunch of overgrown trees in our yard & I can't wait to replant the area. You have given me lots of ideas!

[@lisaschulz1868]

We have a dead tree, hubby has decided to let it stay for a year so he can cut it down to use it for smoking on our grill.

[@Dollycakes615]

You made a beautiful garden area. Your yard is so serene. Love it.

[@royrussell8531]

You both make a great team!!! Love your vision for projects and the end result in all your videos!!!😊😊😊

[@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!! 😊😅

[@Beehive65]

God gave you And John that property because he knew you would be good Stewards. Watching you two working in the yard I see the book of Genesis. I see the plans GOD had for his man and woman in the garden and I see Adam and I see Eve. I see what we were all meant to be, you are such an inspiration thank you for this video ❤

[@debraciola8998]

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

[@brendacooper7944]

So peaceful & relaxing sounds of nature.

[@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!

[@krickette5569]

Lovely, just lovely! I'm excited to see it when the grass is in.

[@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. 😊❤😊❤🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏