Foiled by a frog

A nice view of the neighbor's sheds, Apr 2019

Curses!  While clearing away the remains of the old fence (in order to put up a new fence, now installed), a frog was discovered.  The pond makeover is now on hold until winter.  Again.  The husband persuaded me to wait until Easter break (now) when he, the son and I have time off work/school and could all participate and take our time over it.  But it is now not to be, as we don't want to disturb frogs and toads or their breeding cycle:  these lovely little amphibians are some of our best allies in the garden.  Plus, aren't they just too cute? 

Ah well.  Instead we took up the (unmortared) brick patio, weeded it, and put it back down in a slightly different configuration, just for fun.  And moved the cast iron table and two chairs to it, to better admire the new fence while we wait for winter.

(Edited to add photo)