Thanks Marilyn! Since my hubby has been in construction in the past, we used to know people who would work at a good price - but since he's been retired, we don't know very many any more. We always used to do the work by ourselves though, to save money. Those times are over now - but it is good to kick back and watch everyone else work!
Here's some pix - I'll take a stab at before and after
1. Front yard before
2. Front yard in progress
3. Front yard now
4. Ditto