it might as well be spring #1

Pussy willow, Salix discolor, is the first (and sole) bloomer in my observations this last week of March.

it might as well be spring #2

Sunday afternoon, windy and cold, puppy attached to wrist...

it might as well be spring #3

I steadied the camera (haha) and made the best of these beauties.

it might as well be spring #4

Braving this harsh beginning, they do seem proud.

it might as well be spring #5

and these five painted turtles are soaking up every available speck of sunshine