Sunday, not quite afternoon

[ksmith]

The sun is struggling to come out. Stiff breeze, temps in the 40s, and the snowmelt is dripping off the eaves and rattling down the gutters. I realize it could be a false alarm--this is the Midwest and it is mid-February. Still could be looking at more snow. Possibly even a lot more snow.

But I'm not thinking about that today. I have turned down the furnace and opened windows to let in fresh air--that's what heavy sweatshirts are for. Bought more seeds yesterday: mesclun mix, basil collection. Broccoli raab, for something new and different. The basil will go in a big, fat container on the deck, methinks. The raised bed will be for tomatoes, bell peppers, and lettuces.

I don't want to wish the days away, but I want it to be June. I want to sit out on the deck and watch the pups play and listen to the birds and feel the sun on my face.

Comments

[planetalyx.livejournal.com]

I could really be up for some searing summer heat right now.

Which is ingratitude for my mild west coast climate--we have crocuses and snow drops even now!

[kristine-smith.livejournal.com]

::envy:: My crocuses are still a month or more away. And they're already talking about a temperature plunge next weekend.

I do like winter, but it's gotten old. I think February and March are my least favorite months.

[planetalyx.livejournal.com]

I get a treat most Februaries, because it's my birth month, but March can be damned long, even here.