Thank you, Jack. So now I can tell my wife (who thinks I don’t like yard work) that “I really enjoy it when Jack reports on it.”
The only difference between your conversation with Deb and mine with Kathy is I have to check with the landscaper before answering her questions. “Yes, we’re on track. Yes, it will be beautiful.”
Other than that, it’s the same. “Yes, we’re done and I didn’t hurt myself. No, he didn’t …er, … I didn’t see any snakes or any other scary things. Yes, I’m so proud of the part I played in making the front yard more beautiful.”
Before …

After …

I know you’re in awe; so I will thank you in advance for your kind comments!
P.S. Notice it’s the extra mulch that really sets the house off!