The First Day of Spring

Its the first day of Spring. A fine time to start a farm blog. Don't you think? Most of the snow melted away on Monday and each day since then, there have been more and more blades of grass turning green. The sheep venture out in search of grass for the first time. The laying hens began scratching digging up worms in the horse pasture.This would be hardly noticeable to someone living in a more temperate climate. But here in Minnesota, I am acutely aware of each and every little sign that we are emerging from a long, cold winter. The sun is brighter, the days are longer, baby chicks and five puppies are on the porch, kittens are in the upstairs bathroom, two lambs are in the barn. Even though I know we are likely to get more snow and even below zero wind chills, opening a window for the first time in five months is truly a celebration. Just as the animals are coming alive, I feel my energy and creativity beginning to return.