We've returned to seasonable weather, but we're still advancing toward full spring. Last summer we planted an ornamental pear tree in the back yard, and this week it's in bloom. I'm enjoying its petite, white flowers which attract bees and butterflies in surprising numbers. The early warm, dry weather encouraged us to plant some peas and they're already up. I'm looking forward to shirtsleeve weather with great anticipation but for now will take the bare limbs and barely-there green shown by the trees.
