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Wait, why are you getting rid of the hot-tub? I'm pro-hot-tub.

I'd choose a color palette and use it throughout. Buy the same type of planters and use similar colors of flowers/plants on both levels. A few potted trees would also look great!

Know your zone, and don't plant until you're sure the frost has passed. Just because a nursery is stocking plants doesn't mean that it's time for them to go in the ground. And know your light! Keep in mind that if you plant near trees, your light will change through the season (for instance, my front yard is partially sunny up until the summer time, then when the trees have filled out, it's mostly shade), so pick plants accordingly.

Also, it's really all about the soil. Use potting mix if you're doing container gardening, and make adjustments to your ground soil as necessary.

Oh, and never put off weeding - they get worse every day, so get them when you see them!

If you happen to get plant transplants and then forget to plant them promptly, put them in the ground anyway - even if they look half dead. My mom taught me that, and I'm always surprised come springtime when plants that disappeared last summer have come back in full force.

Love it!

First glance, thought that was ham.

Sigismodo, I think that Rice Krispie cereal has malt flavoring, which is not gluten free, but it's been a while since I've looked at the ingredients. You can substitute Erewhom Crispy Brown Rice cereal though, and then it would be safe for celiacs. :)

Thank you so much for your input! AT readers are so creative.

FengShui, to answer your question - the bathroom (the only one in the house) is near the back of the house, hidden through a maze of doors and a hallway. We're open to adventure, but want to settle on a design that will appeal to future buyers (but is still interesting).

I'll be sure to send in photos when we finish it!