Signs of Spring
I get edgy at the first sign of spring. It is a tradition for me. I start wondering if winter (or some underground pest) killed my favorite flower. Then as the green tendrils emerge I worry that I may miss the blossoming moments. Spring flora thrives in the cool weather, so a few extra warm sunny days can deteriorate them rapidly.
As these thoughts assail me, I begin to stress about life in general. I count the season changes I’ve experienced and ponder how many more I will enjoy. This leads to an obsession and I look for every primrose, crocus, daffodil, tulip, and spring bulb unfolding wherever I walk or drive.
As I am restive in my pursuit, I wonder aloud to my husband, “Could I pinpoint the day spring begins in the northern hemisphere and follow it north with the sun. How many miles would I drive before I ran out of daffodils?” He only shakes his head.
I begin to marvel about spring and the opposing seasons in the rest of the world. There must be a flower that peaks through the snow in China …and is there creeping phlox in Turkey? Do the swallows return to a certain valley in New Zealand and do Argentineans celebrate cherry blossom festivals? When do the moist winds bring gentle rain to Botswana and make the desert bloom?
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As for Signs of Spring in the valley:
Janis, at Life According to, is hosting “Spring” as a Fun Monday theme.
Spring on over there and join in the fun!
As these thoughts assail me, I begin to stress about life in general. I count the season changes I’ve experienced and ponder how many more I will enjoy. This leads to an obsession and I look for every primrose, crocus, daffodil, tulip, and spring bulb unfolding wherever I walk or drive.
As I am restive in my pursuit, I wonder aloud to my husband, “Could I pinpoint the day spring begins in the northern hemisphere and follow it north with the sun. How many miles would I drive before I ran out of daffodils?” He only shakes his head.
I begin to marvel about spring and the opposing seasons in the rest of the world. There must be a flower that peaks through the snow in China …and is there creeping phlox in Turkey? Do the swallows return to a certain valley in New Zealand and do Argentineans celebrate cherry blossom festivals? When do the moist winds bring gentle rain to Botswana and make the desert bloom?
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As for Signs of Spring in the valley:
The daffodils are enjoying a lengthy bloom in my back yard this year. The weather has stayed moist and moderate. |  |
 | Bloomin’ potholes! |
Janis, at Life According to, is hosting “Spring” as a Fun Monday theme.
Spring on over there and join in the fun!
Comments
My head hurts just pondering all that.
You could google the answer to all those questions...
or look for blogger pen pals from those places.
Betty that visits me is from Paraguay. They just started winter. Well...it is not like our winter...so why do they still cal it that? Why do children pick flowers no matter how many times you tell them not to...can I eat chocolate this late at night....probably not (o:
By the way I can just imagine your Husband's eyes glazing over...read my post to see why (o:
I understand the obsession to find the spring flowers. A few years back for a graduate class, we were assigned to make a wildflower scrapbook. I spent hours and hours collecting specimens. A few years later, I repeated the process but instead of collecting specimens, I took digital pictures of many, many flowers.
can you imagine easter in the fall?
p.s. Those bloomin' potholes are a nuisance!
Hellebores are more resilient than camellias, they survive our winter frosts,
Wishing you a happy Spring dear Pamela...you are such a loyal and special bloggy friend. You are a joy to visit and I apologize that I have been a loathsome blogger of late. Your posts neverfail to inspire me, make me think, cheer me and well, bring a sense of fun to my day as well.
Love,Sue
Molly's comment reminded me how much I loved pressing flowers as a kid. Man. I need to plant some flowers! (Although I think I'll get my house put back together first!)
:)
Happy spring 2010... I hope you enjoy many more of them.
Wisconsin has two seasons--winter and road construction.
comment here but could not. It is
great that Spring is arriving for you. Thanks for your comments and
concern for my health. I am just waiting to see the specialist.
Take care, Love, Merle.