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Daffodil Days

         Daffodils are in full bloom on the hospital grounds today. I live on the other side of town, across the river. The daffodils are above ground, but not blooming. It's only a 15 minute drive or so, but I'm always amazed at the difference in temperatures and precipitation and vegetation from one side to the other. I'm at a higher elevation at home, so possibly that accounts for cooler night air and slower budding.

         I made a box of sweaters and jackets and other things I won't use again over the weekend. They will go to Good Will. I suppose it's time to clean and put away all the scarves and gloves. The jackets might be needed one more time for a late snow or frost.It's time to get our warmer weather clothes and shoes.

         We've got chives growing voluntarily in pots on the back porch. We didn't empty them last fall, so I guess the roots stay intact and come back. Our strawberry box is making a comeback again. It's fairly old. Soon we'll have crocus (they come suddenly and leave soon), tulips, and lilacs. I love it except for the pollen. Then when it gets hot, my mosquitoes start coming after me. But until then it's lovely out. My goal for April is to spend some time each day outside, weather permitting.