After what seemed like weeks of snow and ice with temperatures hovering around minus 10, it came as a welcome surprise to see sunshine and blue skies on Saturday. Immediately put the washing machine on and rattled off three loads. Then gave Jock a much needed shampoo (can't really do it indoors and it's been far too cold outdoors recently). He could do with a haircut too, but I think I'll wait 'til it gets a bit warmer.
Whilst hanging the rags on the line, I noticed a couple of daffs beginning to poke through the grass. Then some snowdrops and a crocus and a white flower with a yellow centre (haven't a clue what it is but it's rather pretty). Encouraging signs of early spring. Or maybe I'm speaking too soon.
You have had it really hard up where you are, Tommo. Our snow, which really only a light scattering, lasted only a couple of hours. Has been cold, but I think that your temperatures have been lower, so I can see why you rejoiced in a day of sunshine! Nice to get the 'smalls' washed as well!
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