Signs of Spring
02/12/2010
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THIS spring as it comes bursts up in bonfires green, Wild puffing of emerald trees, and flame–filled bushes The Enkindled Spring by D.H. Lawrence (1885–1930) 
Dear Gardening Friend,
February is one of those 'tween months for me. It is not yet spring, but I am so weary of cold weather that I want to believe that spring is just around the corner. The occasional warm day makes it even worse. On these days I find myself walking through the garden desperately looking for any sign of spring. Take a look in this week’s Journal. |
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