Is it possible? Dare we think that spring is finally here? Officially, it is. Happy Dance! Today, March 20th, marks the first day of spring. Apparently, it was March 21st, but astronomers have moved it up to March 20th. I am good with that. One of the wonderful things about living in an area with four distinct seasons is that you really appreciate it when spring arrives. Never mind that we got about 3 inches of snow at our house earlier this week. The calendar does not know that. It melted quickly and underneath it were signs of spring popping up.
It is hard to believe that the below picture was taken at our house just a little over a month ago.
The change of seasons never ceases to amaze me, but it is even more fun to watch it through a child’s eyes. We have our youngest granddaughter one day a week and she loves to be outdoors, no matter what the weather. It is hard to believe that the below pictures were taken exactly 3 weeks apart.
Signs of warmer days are everywhere, even though there are a few patches of stubborn snow in the shady areas. The birds are singing, the squirrels are chirping, and the ice is off of the lake. Happy first day of spring everyone!
I start feeling hopeful 2nd wk in January when I’m first aware of the lengthening daylight hours. I follow the rising sun on the horizon; now daylight seeps in around the blinds when I open my eyes at 6AM. The hills behind the house are bare of snow but snow still lingers in the yard. There’s no use washing the car for the next month with the sloppy roads. Road bans are being issued, a sure sign of spring in Alberta. Garden seeds are appearing in the stores. Geese have been sighted. You can’t fool a goose.
Hi Mona –
The longer days are definitely a sign that spring is on the way. I can relate to the muddy car. We live on a long dirt driveway so I don’t even try to keep my car clean in the spring. This week we drove to a small lake to see over 100 swans that stop by there every spring on their way north. The geese and swans are a lovely, loud sign of spring for sure.
I love the little Lilly picks!
This is such a great time of year because I can look forward to all the fun that awaits just around the corner.🌞
Happy spring to you too❣️
Hi Janie –
Yes, spring is the season of anticipation. It is especially appreciated after a long winter.