Snow, Sleet, Sun and Hot

Today is Thursday. Four days ago there was a marathon in Burlington. It was cold, it was freezing and at times the runners were out in sleet. Windy, rainy and 43°. Mount Mansfield had 6-8 inches of snow, and they closed Smuggler's Notch. We turned the heat back on in the house, and wore coats outside. On Monday it was clear, and many of the mountains were white-capped. 

Fast forward to today:

View from the patio I am sitting on.

Sunny, clear blue sky, light breeze and EIGHTY-SIX DEGREES out! Absolutely crazy!  The high tomorrow is 90. What a turnaround. But its beautiful out here, and I like the warm weather. I love sitting out here, taking it easy, listening to the birds and smelling all the flowers that are opening up. There are lilies of the valley, lilacs, wild roses and honeysuckle in bloom. It's hot, but its not like the heat of summer in July or August, its still a fresh heat. It is still spring, after all. And what else happens in spring? You go out in the meadow and find this:

Nellie had her little heifer this morning. She is about 2 hours old in this picture. Here's a close-up:

We don't have a name yet, but have suggested "Brussels" to go with the other calf out there called "Sprout!"

Tomorrow is the start of Jazz Fest at work. We love this Festival. It is so much fun having the live music right outside our door. And it is supposed to be hot and sunny, so perfect for sitting outside enjoying the sounds. I think we'll eat at Leunig's Restaurant on Wednesday afternoon. It should be fun. It's been busy at the store, so I hope it continues. Life is good.