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Another First Day of Spring

4/7/2015

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Yesterday was the first day of spring. Not according to the calendar, of course. That event occurred a few weeks ago when there was still snow on the ground. But yesterday was the first really warm day, that once-a-year day, the first day you could be outside without a jacket and feel the warm sun on your skin. Plus, it was the Phillies home opener.

I spent about an hour or so inspecting all the gardens and birdhouses and cleaning up debris from the winter storms. There seemed to be an unusual amount of pinecones littering the beds and yard. I wondered why? Some daffodils have started to bloom, and the forsythia won’t be far behind.  (I brought in some of the branches to coax them into blooming a little early). I watched a red-tailed hawk soar across the cloudless blue sky and listened to the songs of the sparrows.

One of my favorite places to spend lazy summer afternoons is on my porch. Yesterday I was able to open it up and sit and watch the birds in the backyard. I spied a beautiful goldfinch feasting at the nyjer feeder, and behind him sat a bluebird on the roof of the nesting box. Cardinals called to each other from high branches, and a junco helped himself to seeds at the feeder.

It was a perfect day to wonder at the marvels of nature and envision a season of growth and beauty – a perfect first day of spring (even though the Phillies lost).


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Lori Hoesen link
4/6/2015 10:51:05 pm

What a lovely image. I am out there with you, welcoming the hopeful spirit of spring emerging from winter's debris! Thank you for sharing.

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Aileen Hower
4/7/2015 12:30:57 am

I imagine your home to be a quintessential "Philadelphia" home. I can see pictures of my in-law's home in Torresdale being similar to yours. Lots of trees. A porch. Happy Spring!

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arjeha link
4/7/2015 12:46:00 am

Yesterday was a beautiful day to be outside. It was the first I was able to go out and pick up downed branches in the back yard as well as do a bit of other yard work.

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Holly Mueller link
4/7/2015 03:09:55 am

One of my favorite pasttimes is sitting outside watching and listening to the birds, so I can connect strongly to your post. Sorry about your Phillies. :-(

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elsie
4/7/2015 03:34:07 am

Days like the one you describe are so rare, but they are such a joy. Love the variety of birds that came to visit and sing for you.

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Tammy and Clare link
4/7/2015 04:07:40 am

We are so jealous -- we still have snow in our yards. Just reading this allowed me to feel the sun on my skin. The anticipation is building!!
Hope you are well.
Clare and Tammy

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Loralee link
4/7/2015 10:23:08 am


Birds are such beautiful creatures!

Mmm...Porches are heavenly!

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MaryHelen link
4/10/2015 09:04:28 pm

Spring brings renewal and refreshment. Sharing your outdoors mixed with wondering made me smile. Beautiful enjoyment.

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