Spring!!!!

This has been a strange year. For some a very sad year. Spring reminds us that although we may go through dark, cold days, there is light and sunshine waiting to break through and warm our souls! Step outside, feel the sun on your face, take a deep breath of fresh air and rejoice at new life!

The sights and sounds of spring are everywhere. We have two momma birds sitting on eggs in nests above our doorways. I love watching the momma and daddy birds take care of each other and the babies. We will take the nests down after the chicks have all flown away, but inevitably they will rebuild again next year!

I have heard the first of a chorus of frogs in my pond and the fish are becoming more active as it warms up! I had to clean their filter several times this year already as the algae sets in. The lilies will cover the pond by midsummer which cuts down the algae growth considerably without chemicals! My son once said, "leave the dead lily flowers mom, that's how they re-seed." He was right! My pond is overflowing with lilies in summer and they look incredible! We are mowing and raking and weeding as we prepare our garden and flower beds for planting! Get outside! The sun, fresh air and earth are good for your mind and body!

What are some of the things you do to prepare for planting? Let me know in the comments.