Spring has sprung in Minnesota; warmer tones are slowly overtaking the bitter cold. The buds are swelling — leaf and flower will be peeking through before I look again. They're tricky that way. Our cardinal couple is building a nest in the shrub outside the backdoor. I can walk outside shoeless without too much discomfort. It's much too soon for it, though. I like to push the limits of Spring.

Our season of Lent ended on Saturday afternoon, giving way to a glorious Easter. It was warm enough to hunt for eggs outside in shirtsleeves, a treat for sure.