Budding Trees

It seems that just over night the trees have come to life. I love it! I for one have been so tired of the cold, dreary rain and clouds. Bring on spring! We here in SoDak live in a climate of extremes, however. The last two days have reached in 90 degrees - in April! While that may be a bit too warm, I'll take it compared to cold.

For now, I love seeing the trees grow their leaves, increasing spots of shade. Green is overtaking brown. Life is overtaking death. Spots of color appear in flowers and laughter fills the evening air as children ride their bikes and play outside.

I look forward to taking Ella outside and watching her experience the coolness of the grass and the breeze in her face. I embrace the challenge of keeping grass, rocks, dirt, sticks, and bugs out of her mouth. This summer will not be like any other.