Just in the past few days there have been true signs that spring may be closer than we think. Officially it’s not until March 20th, but from the front porch of the caretaker’s cabin I’m encouraged by 4 things that I’ve either seen or heard.
Number one: The maple trees are blooming.
Number two: I noticed a crocus in bloom. Flashing it’s spring colors right here in the front yard.
Number three: Since last week’s thunderstorms the chorus frogs have been deafening.
Number four: The red-eared slider turtles are now sunning themselves, jockeying for the best possible position atop the rocks in the Upper Pond.
As we all know, the weather for the next 6 to 8 weeks can be highly unpredictable. Just two weeks ago we had 7 inches of snow followed by 72 degree weather. But I’m going to be optimistic for an early spring.
And who knows. Perhaps turtles are smarter than they look.
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