Signs of Spring
Topic: Life in Pittsburg
The official first day of spring was marked on our calendars well over a month ago, on March 20, 2006. Since then, we've had some wonderfully warm days, some cold rainy days, and some blustery snow days, just to keep us guessing. But, that's what makes spring in northern NH so intriguingly interesting. It's certainly never boring! The good news is, despite the roller coaster weather conditions, there are definite signs to show we are slowly wading through mud season, and will eventually arrive in the season of summer.

With the sun shining, and the sky blue, I decided to go for a walk this morning, taking along my camera....just in case. Sure enough it didn't take long to find the signs I was looking for. Brilliant, tiny red maple buds, bursting against the sky, with the determination of growing into green. Only a short distance further, I found a small group of trillium growing at the foot of a spruce, the small buds, young and green, sure to bloom into crimson red.







It's amazing what a simple walk can do for one's spirit, especially when it's still cold outside! I've no doubt, the roller coaster ride we're on will eventually end in summer. In the meantime, taking the time to notice some of nature's little blooming things, sure helps decipher the hope from the mud. What a great way to start the day!