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Winter is done and Spring has begun!

Posted on March 21, 2015 by tinthia

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It’s true, it’s true, spring is here! Today is Ostara, the start of spring! Winter has officially ended (even though it’s snowing as I write this post). Perhaps someone needs to tell old man winter to take a hike. I’ll … Continue reading →

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Punxsutawney Phil may have been wrong.

Posted on February 25, 2014 by tinthia

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Two Red-winged Blackbird males flew in today. They’re the first Spring arrivals to the Concord River and prove, without a doubt, that Winter is getting ready to say farewell. Punxsutawney Phil was wrong! Red-wings travel in flocks so I’m expecting … Continue reading →

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