Spring Has Sprung...Already?

In the back of my mind, I've been assuming that our "real" winter, complete with cold temps and snow, was right around the corner. I've been checking the weather forecast daily, hoping to see images of snowflakes listed somewhere in the days ahead. As someone who loves a good winter, this has been a disappointing one, to say the least.

Then, earlier this week, it dawned on me that it really was time to let go of any hope for a true winter when I noticed tulip and daffodil bulbs coming up. I had accepted the fact that crocuses were coming up in JANUARY but there was something so shocking about seeing the tulips and hyacinths. I know I should probably be thankful, but this weather is just weird! Oh well...here comes spring!