March Ends

I am ready for spring to move along, with fresh air and sunshine. I want to turn off the furnace, open the windows, hang out the clothes, and sit out on the deck.

There are encouraging signs every day now. I only have to look.

I’ve noticed the rhubarb has started to poke through.

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The lilac bush is coming to life.

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And the tulips out front are starting to push through.

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The birds are more colorful, more numerous, more noisy….

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I’m so happy that winter is through…..although it’s not unheard of to have an April snowstorm here.

Spring is well underway.

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6 Responses to “March Ends”

Becky Says:

All your birds seem happy Jan. Let’s hope we don’t get any more of that white stuff ! Our 2″ melted today, and now the robins can find worms again. I feel so sorry for them when they look so hungry. Love those Grackel’s eyes.
Have a warm Wednesday.
B.

March 31st, 2009 at 9:20 pm

Ruth Says:

We are still a week or two behind you, but I echo all the wishes you stated. I will have to start looking for the flowers of the red maple.

March 31st, 2009 at 9:33 pm

Michelle Says:

What a way to start my morning off!! Thank you. I am encouraged by your pictures, as I sit here with a sweater still on. I know that Spring is right around the corner, but seeing the signs make it more certain. Have a good day.

April 1st, 2009 at 5:55 am

cathy Says:

Hello Jan
I really enjoy looking at your photos – they always seem to reflect whatever it is you are speaking about
What do you call the big black bird (third from last) with the yellow eyes. He has a cunning look about him
It was nice to see you visit my blog, thanks for droppping in and for your comments on my Dd’s achievement.

April 1st, 2009 at 6:15 am

jan Says:

It seems you must be two to four weeks ahead of us. We still have snow but it is going. Our lilac buds are just starting for a June bloom.
Don’t you love how the bird color brightens up?

April 2nd, 2009 at 8:28 am

JeanMac Says:

Beautiful pictures – your sky is so blue. Rhubarb, our fav.

April 4th, 2009 at 1:25 pm