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spring has definitely not sprung

2 years ago

From our lake cabin today - 3-6 inches expected. Fortunately I'm not there and at home the precip is rain.

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bpath
2 years ago
Our weatherman suggested a bit of snow later this week! Spring is so late here this year, but at least it's nice to hear the birds.
3katz4me
Original Author
2 years ago
Yes - I know exactly what you mean about hearing the birds - at least one sign of spring.
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Hi, to you. Yes, I really like Beatline Nursery - the owner is the kindest person, and they are all helpful there. I called the antique roses place a few weeks ago, because several people here online recommended them. She was very nice, but said most of her business was done through mail order, and at the time I called her garden/nursery was still kind of a mess. She did offer to meet with me on an available weekend to help me make some rose selections. I haven't had time to take her up on it yet. I think it's going to take a long time for this area to recover from Katrina. We were in Long Beach and lost it all, so have just moved into our Pass Christian house in November. I have missed working in the yard so much, and seeing things bloom and grow, so I'm rushing springtime as much as I can - ha. How nice that you have an escape place near Pensacola. The Thanksgiving after Katrina hit, we were desperate to get away, out of the camper, so splurged and booked a condo with my sister's family in Perdido (Windemere?) They had a great holiday rate offered, so it wasn't a bad price at all. It was the most beautiful condo we've ever stayed in, but Ivan's wrath was still very apparent all around us. The highlight of the trip was taking a bath in the soaker tub (first bath in a real bathtub since Katrina!) and I was in heaven! (It's the little things - ha!) Thanks so much for your input!
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Missi - I think our weather in KC is similar to your's in IA. Lots of great pics above... but I've gotta say I'm thankful my hostas aren't very far along. I have pips galore, but nothing is up very far, and there's no unfurling at all... all good, since we're having some really cold weather this weekend and possible snow on Sunday. However, I have about 50+ plants hanging out in the family room, in front of the windows, that I'm raising for the club sale - and they all look great and grow a little more each day. So that's fun. And I'm going to visit a local nursery having it's spring extravaganza tomorrow - with 20% off - and hoping to snag some clematis... and whatever else I might find. Warmer temps are coming soon.
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Jilly
2 years ago
Wow! It is pretty.

Supposed to be 90s here today (too hot).
Kaya
2 years ago
Oh goodness. That's a lot of snow!

What Jinx said. It's like we have about 3 nice springtime days here and then 💥--BAM! It's summer. 😔
Annie Deighnaugh
2 years ago
Wow! We were just saying it's time to put the snow blower away for us....daffodils are blooming.
carolb_w_fl_coastal_9b
2 years ago
Same - I'm envious of those still having cool weather. I know snowstorms can be a real drag, but I'd rather bundle up than be sweaty and sticky.
3katz4me
Original Author
2 years ago
I don't like the 90's either but right now I'd take a couple days of that.
Tina Marie
2 years ago
Wow! As usual here in my area we are up and down. Supposed to have a cold few days this weekend, possible frost. I'll be covering up all the blooming plants again. Looking ahead, seems like this might be our last frost. This is our "dogwood winter". My dogwoods are looking so pretty!!
User
2 years ago
wow!!

spring is behaving normally for us. I spent hours cleaning windows last week only to have a big windy storm happen right after. SMH.
Lars
2 years ago
It's pool weather here, but at least the humidity is low - around 15%. I had been waiting for above 90° weather to use the pool because I do not want to have to heat it. By April, it is usually warm enough, but it's supposed to be slightly cooler next week.
nicole___
2 years ago
katz...that's beautiful! I do love Winter.....
Fun2BHere
2 years ago
This has been the warmest spring I've experienced in a long time, but only because the temperature keeps fluctuating from 60's to 80's in waves.
3katz4me
Original Author
2 years ago
nicole - I like winter too but not during spring. I like it in December and January and I'll even tolerate it in February. After that I've had enough. If we ever get a place in a warmer climate we will definitely stay there through April. Snow and brown landscape in April is not enjoyable.
texanjana
2 years ago
Wow, its almost 100 here today.

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