Wow Erika! That is quite a venture and adventure you have going on there. What fun. I only wish I were able to join you.

I don't even get out in my yard anymore, scared I'll fall and won't be able to get back in. I'm a little agoraphobic. The nice yard that I and DH took care of for 30+ years, is now just barely taken care of by others..

But to lease your yard out to people who, in exchange, would keep your yard neat and trimmed, is a grrrrrreat idea.