Lovely, if variable weather—clouds, rain, but mostly sun. And warm enough to require no morning fire, and now, no evening fire (so far).

In no particular order: first tree frog heard; lots of jays and mergansers; quite a few warblers and nuthatches, kingfisher, pileated woodpecker gliding out of pre-history and into the back yard; tinge of green up on the bluff; maples showing red; marsh marigolds showing yellow. Our four, potted coreopsis dug out of the chip heap apparently alive; parsley, cilantro, and basil seeds planted; herb garden trimmed of last year’s growth.

And, in the work department (Sue): front deck railings power-washed; raspberry brambles trimmed; outdoor shower prepped for use.

All in all, rather a fine day.