It is finally getting warmer, but we are not out of the possibility of a freeze. Although this year that seems unlikely, I have seen snow on Easter Sunday in April in years past. So, I won't be jumping the season by planting outside just yet, but there are a few things in the garden …
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Early Garden
Walking around outside today in the sunlight, it is about 66 degrees and calm. It is so quiet, like the season is holding its breath for a moment while the flowers get ready. A couple have started to show their faces. These are the crocus flowers that were mostly closed and dusted with snow, was …
A Promise of Spring
As I poured a hot cup of coffee this morning, I opened the shade on the window over the kitchen sink and saw a scene of quiet beauty. Overnight there had been a light snow, like the world had been dusted with powdered sugar. This happens several times each winter in our part of the …
From My Carolina Home 