Sure there is a mountain of snow with no place for the melt
to flow. Sure the ground is frozen and
should remain so for a couple weeks. Sure there is no cash left after paying
all the bills, as usual. But the sun
comes up and sets around six each morning and evening --- the added daylight helps relax the knot in
the shoulders.
But now the sun is out, and if you stay indoors you will
notice all the cobwebs (and pet hair) you
have avoided for a couple months. Easy choice: go work in the
garden/garage or stay inside and clean
house. Everything is still frozen, but
you can get ready. Seeds can be started
in trays and moved out before they sprout.
Cold frames can be set up in the simplest way (old storm windows and
clear plastic is still the favorite) and compost can be started even this late.
Stick to cold weather crops – greens of all
manner are best. Wait for the tomato
starters, despite the temptation. St.
Paddys day is still for the peas in the ground
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