Midweek madness flies

Air temperature 26 F, wind near calm, the sun also rises. Still getting used to the changed orientation of this strange land. North is off in *that* corner, rather than over *there* . . .

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A lot of political opinions are foolish. Probably some of mine. Probably some of yours.

Green-buds all swellin'

Lilac outside our kitchen window shows more green daily. Poor plant doesn't realize that it literally lives or dies depending on what flowers it puts forth. Some of the modern varieties actually smell bad. We've already beheaded a hydrangea out there because Wife can't stand their smell.

More green buds swellin'

Daffodils blooming, hyacinths, lots more crocuses, and the silver maple flower buds are opening.