Septic

 We have some big news: the septic is finally going in!

That green tank will be going into the ground today.  Our old septic system failed, and we've been waiting on the state permit to put in the new one.  Work finally started yesterday and should finish today.  Here's the view from the back deck, right off the stairs:

The trench is a bit over 6 feet deep.

This new system will not have a field bed, so garden changes are coming next year.

Also last night, Lydia had her concert:

She and Malachi have done the summer strings again this summer, and they played beautifully last night.  Malachi ended up playing with both groups, although he had only practiced with one.  He's good enough at sight reading to do that now.  They really enjoy orchestra together.  It's a shame he's too far away during the school year to play with her then!