Where did the energy go from last week?  Where did the “Spring” go from last week?  After a lovely month of March, we have had a detour which turned our weather back to winter.  I know it’s only a short setback but frustrating all the same.  The birds have been singing and nesting, after their return from winter quarters.  The grass is green contrasting sharply as the new coating of snow melts slowly.  The poor early blooming daffodils, violets and pulmaneria are not very happy with their frozen petals.  I sure hope this counts as the “onion” snow  and I’ll soon be turning over the garden soil.  Still spring is a wonderful time of year in the mountains.  Life is very evident and it’s time to get outside and enjoy some fresh air.

Prompton State Park is open all year for hiking and biking.  It is exciting to find the trillium and other wildflowers that have just come to life.  Wildlife of squirrels, birds, and rabbits
scurry around full of energy and playfulness.  Small creeks and streams tumble over the rocks, making small rapids and waterfalls.  A quiet walk along the Dyberry always seems to provide an interesting sight such as ducks and geese swimming in the waters, perhaps an eagle will soar along the water looking for a meal.  Talking about water, trout season opens April 16.  The inn is only five minutes from stocked waters, and Wayne County has many great fishing holes all season long.  Time to get away from work stress and catch some energy from Mother Nature, hope we see you soon!