The lazy days of summer are upon us, and I am so excited! It's my very favorite time of year, and a great reason to embark on a fun outdoor project. One of summer's greatest pleasures is splashing around in the cool waters of a swimming pool. We can't put in an in-ground pool, so instead we chose to go the "above ground" route. Unfortunately because of the nature of their design, above ground pools can be a bit of an eyesore! Not a pretty sight! However, I was determined to enjoy the fun of…