Daily Pattern - Shangri-la of Backyards

I've been waiting all year for our backyard to dry up and become a fantastic paradise. It seems like the time is now and I should take advantage of it with BBQs and hanging out back there. While my backyard isn't as lush as this one, I hope someday I can plant some plants that won't die and that I'll have the courage to sit out there for longer than a couple minutes - EVEN IF I have to talk to my neighbors while I do it.