Signs of Spring

[suesue]

After a long, icy winter, I am quite anxious for spring to arrive. I find myself looking for even the tiniest signs of spring -- the buds, the blossoms, the greener grass, etc.

I love spring anywhere, but if I could choose I would always greet it in a garden. ~Ruth Stout
No matter how long the winter, spring is sure to follow. ~Proverb
If we had no winter, the spring would not be so pleasant; if we did not sometimes taste of adversity, prosperity would not be so welcome. ~Anne Bradstreet
No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn. ~Hal Borland

Please join me in making this thread an ongoing collection of images that will enable us to enjoy each "Sign of Spring," from the tiniest crocus blossom to the glorious landscape with the new, fresh green of spring; from children playing in a fresh spring rain to gardeners preparing the soil for planting; from....well, you get the idea!

I shared this image yesterday on another thread, but will post it here to start this thread off. I look forward to viewing YOUR "Signs of Spring!"

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[JoeDif]

One of the early signs of spring around my home

[suesue]

JoeDif -- thanks for jumping in and joining the spring fling. Love the bright, sunny, splash of color!

[Grandpa]

This should be fun, Sue! Good start, Joe.

[yorkshireman]

OK Sue heres the first daffys of the year in the garden

[suesue]

Yeah, George! Thanks for joining in! Love the clear, cheerful color!

[marionet]

No flowers or even buds here yet :P I could do a Robin but it'd be eensy-weensy.

Here, this is a definite sign- no ice.

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Digging a garden's like a beacon.

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[suesue]

Ah...but Bill, "gray skies are going to clear up!" Love the blue skies and reflections in the water, even if there isn't much green. And NO ICE is a very good thing.

You are going to have to keep us posted on the garden. Condo living doesn't allow us to have a garden here.

[Seiferbabe]

There aren't too mant signs of spring visible yet here in Gaylord, MI, but I did notice a couple. First of all, the snow and ice are melting. I just happened to catch this drip of water from an icicle. Took many pictures and got lucky!


And, the second sign. THE BIRDS ARE RETURNING!!!! YAAAY!! My son and I laid bread out on the porch to attract the blue jays for photo ops from inside the house. I caught this guy resting. Had to do a bit of manipulation to bring out the colors, but I guess it looks ok. LOL It was very washed out to begin with.

[suesue]

Cool melting ice photo! Your patience paid off. And, isn't it wonderful that the ice is MELTING! And, aren't we glad to hear the birds singing and fluttering around.