Once again we have changed our minds. We have decided against the deck. Not because we didn't like the idea but because hubby was going to build it and we still had the addl expense of landscaping.
We have decided to use a landscaper and he is going to use pavers to create 3 patio areas of varying heights. One of those areas will house the hot-tub. I think it's going to turn out awesome and now hubby doesn't have to do the work. This way we may get our tub before the end of the year...WOO HOO!!
The crew may start this week in excavating our backyard. I can't wait! This has been such a LONG process. I've already taken the BEFORE picture of yard and as soon as they start I'll be taking shots of the process.
Keep your fingers crossed for us that the process goes smoothly and we get our tub, hopefully, before year's end.