There couldn't be a better feeling than that of the recent warmth of Spring sunshine. All around me the dormant buds that I periodically inspected, squeezed and poked have suddenly burst into life. There is a distinct green mist of emergent leaflets within the hedgerows and tree line.
The bees have been frantic, all the hives have survived a particularly testing winter. They almost seem to be on the verge of swarming as their frantic efforts to harvest as much of the spring time treats increases...primroses, early blossom, not to mention collecting vast quantities of water from our pond.
The pond now holds many new delights too. Frogs have returned, travelling far and wide to leave a legacy of lawn mower dodgers. I'm amazed to see so much spawn at the waters edge, it's incredible to think where the original amphibians have been for the previous year.
I'm building something new this year, a giant greenhouse/poly tunnel hybrid - ample space inside for many a tomato and cucumber to do battle. Keep you posted.
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