Earlier today my wife and I decided to make some changes to the layout of our back deck. Nothing major, we were just feeling cluttered.

We enjoy our expansive views, but it felt as though we were putting out too many places to sit in order to experience it. So we removed a few chairs and adjusted the table and umbrella. Now we can see more of the horizon from pretty much anywhere in our backyard.

Pretty soon we will deflate the pool toys and get back even more space. And then suddenly summer will be over and we won’t be spending any time in our backyard. But I want the summer weather to last at least six more weeks! I can hold off for Halloween excitement followed by Christmas cheer until the weather changes. I’m getting ahead of myself…

For now, less furniture outside gives us more views. That’s what today’s blog is about. Less is more. Not less summer time, we want more sunshine.