It has been quite a week. Another snowstorm last Thursday left us with heavy wet snow that bent down branches, snapped trees and shut off power. Earlier in the week, many spring enthusiasts were happy to see ground finally reappearing after the last April storm. They weren’t excited about seeing it covered up again. Skiers may have delighted in more spring snow, but, for others, it was just a nuisance. Those who lost power for days, hurt their backs shoveling, and lost a few trees grumbled.
Fortunately, spring snow doesn’t last long. Though I was able to have a glorious cross country ski Sunday, I doubt there’s any snow left on the trails now. Left in my yard now are those pesky pinecones and broken branches. Put on that “Spring to Do” list-clean up yard.
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