Something’s taking hold by the dock
No boats in the Marina yet, but something decided to rise on the immediate shoreline.
Peaceful even in the puddle
Yes, I’ll even take a before-work walk down by the lake when it’s a tad soggy this spring. The few minutes of reflection pay off.
Still trying hard
The morning after our April snow, the little tree that makes its big mark on our front yard this time of year has decided it’s time. Thank you, dogwood, for sticking to your principles and bringing the buds forth despite the April 20 chill. The backyard daffodils also say hello on the morning after the…
Yes, the snow is back
Cherished rescue mutt Ellie B and I were greeted by a sneaky visitor this morning. Snow returned to our lives this morning of April 19. No escaping it today. They even sent a reporter for the Today show to downtown Syracuse, I just saw flashing on my living room TV from a few miles down…
Chugging out of Schenectady
On her way back home from her traveling job at the end of last work week, my dear wife Karen took one moment to pull to the side of the road to snap an iPhone photo of the beautiful train station in Schenectady. Notice the moon to the top left. I like the look a…
I’m glad we have this cover
I’m still imagining folks who might not cover their pools over the winter …
Waiting on the big rose bush
It’s time to start watching and actively rooting for the April front-yard rose transformation.
Thicker for sure
April is doing its thing for the backyard garden, I’m glad to observe.
Our first blossoms of spring
Our front-yard daffodils once again bless us this time in April as our first blossoms of the year. It’s like saying hello to trusty, old pals. They’re bending a bit with their age, but they sure do know how to make me smile.
Calling my name
It’s time to circle the backyard with a brown paper recycling bag. Ah, the chores of spring to make amends for the gusts of winter.
Mark Bialczak 