Is the deck in disrepair, are the stairs beginning to show their age, will the fence withstand the upcoming Winter's rain driven winds, is the gate an ongoing nuisance?
Now may be the appropriate time to get these things in order, or possibly build the deck you have talked about for so many seasons and enjoy the wonderful weather we have at this time of the year.
I am a Licensed General Contractor, with many years in the trade, and still enjoy doing what I do.