Update

Merryn had a very gratifying experience planting a pinto bean.

(Her mom learned a lot from that as well).

Merryn did indeed inspire her dad to landscape in the backyard.

(See DH's response in the comment section of earlier post entitled "Spirited Sprouts").

Merryn successfully managed to plant without incident involving the neighbor's cable line.

(Not so for Dad).

Sigh.