thanks guys
i am thinking the wood chips wood have to go......mulch is made with wood chips (i don't know which wood type) but if mulch attracts ticks then i can only assume the wood chips would too. now how to get rid of and replace
yes i don't want to move into to a new situation to find my little ones will be exposed to additional danger. this is supposed to be an improved living condition for them and me. we live in an apt now and i really want them to have a yard
. that in itelf will open them up to new instances of caution.
but yes i am being as careful as i can. thanks for mentioning
tina