Lollipop Trees

 Last night, we had a heavy frost. 

Our apple trees were in full blossom

and we did not want to lose the fruit,

so we put shower caps over the trees.

They looked like huge lollipops.

Let's see if it worked!

Apple Blossom Time

 It is apple blossom time. They are so pretty and so fragrant.

We just have to find a way to keep them warm tomorrow night,

when the frost (yes, frost) arrives!

Spring is here!

 It is springtime at Creekside!

Too bad this is not scratch and sniff.

The hyacinths have such a beautiful scent!

No Spring Here

 This is the view from our deck.

 These images were taken during Sunday's blizzard.

 This is the same location, taken today in the sunlight.

 

Sometimes, it is hard to come to work, when I would rather enjoy this view.

The only problem is that it is April, not February!

I should be enjoying the flowers, not the snow lined creek!

April Fool

 We were fooled on April 1.

We thought it was spring.

It was not.

 It is still winter.

I am enjoying the beauty, but it is not spring!

Lots and Lots of Snow

A snowy day yesterday gave us a beautiful day today!

Two Wild and Crazy Guys

We have had twelve turkeys hang out on our property for the winter.

Three more males have joined the flock and are showing off for the girls.

They are entertaining!

Chickadee House

While I was working on an order, I looked out the window

and saw two chickadees checking out the birdhouse. 

They each stuck their heads inside, looked around, then flew off.
If they are last year's parents, they must be checking to see if it needs spring cleaning.

If they are new parents, they will be really surprised when the roof leaks!
Michael was going to repair the roof on this poor little birdhouse,

 but he did not expect to do it during the middle of winter!

Biscuits and Beef Roast

I walked into the house to start the wood stove for the evening
and was overwhelmed by the wonderful aroma of the beef roast that Michael
had put in the oven earlier today. 

I was not hungry until I walked into the house.  

Michael also used the last of our carrots from our garden.

The Northwoods Lumberjack Biscuits completed the best dinner on a cold winter's night.

Happy Crabs

We know who the best cookie maker is. 

My attempt at cookie decorating failed miserably. 

Michael got it on the first try. 

Now we know who is the best cookie decorator!