primavera

The first day of spring is one thing, and the first spring day is another. The difference between them is sometimes as great as a month. 
--Henry Van Dyke (1852-1933) American author, educator, and clergyman. 

Fortunately we've already had many beautiful spring days this year after a winter with more than its share of cold and snow. I'm hoping the forecast for snow showers this coming Tuesday is some kind of cruel joke.