1st Full Day of Spring - 21st

The high was 43.
Clouds moved off giving way to full sun.
I left work and George called to walk.
How could I resist.
It had turned pretty breezy and cooler over lunch,
but as we approached the far side of the cemetery,
the trees blocked the wind and we could feel the warmth of the sun.
We decided to circle around that area again so we could feel it on our faces, and just take in an enjoy it a little longer, knowing that a big storm is coming our way.
So much for spring.
Take it while you can here in the Northland.

I left the walk early, after 40 minutes, as my knee was really sore.
I had had my second set of two gel shots this morning, and then walked to work.
I know, I shouldn't have, but I've been so sedentary and it felt good, and was warm.

As I looked out the office window, noticing that it was clearing off and el Sol making his appearance, I hoped George would call.
He did, and I jumped on the bus home, dropped off my laptop, jumped in my car and made straight for Forest Lawn.
I never did put my brace on, mainly because last time it didn't feel right on top of my jeans and became loose, and because, it really makes my leg feel heavy, something I'll have to get used to. George reprimanded me for not wearing it. I still held my ground.

It was a lovely walk really.

I stopped and picked up some fresh fruit afterwards, then once home, decided to thaw some stuff and grill.
Just because.
Plus I figured that the good foods would get me through the next few days if we were snowed in, and I just wanted that grill taste.

I ended up grilling:
1 black grouper fillet
3 small chicken breasts
1 hamburger
1 hot Italian sausage
1 old cube steak
1 small....steak
6 red potatoes
1 yam
1 sweet potato
1 half piece of butternut squash.

That oughta give me more than a few meals.

I was tempted to call Renan, but with such short notice, I figured he'd decline.

After the food was done, I just HAD to toss on a few pieces of wood, and breathe in that fire smell. Get it on me, and my clothes.
The second grill day and first fire day of the year.

The snow can come, and these thoughts and smells will tide me over until it melts off again.

Here are some pics of the yard melted so far - I'll add more if and when it storms
Hopefully, with any luck, it goes north, or south, or the lake stops it in it's tracks.

Cross your fingers.

In spite of it only being 36F, I am toasty here on the deck by the fire.
I can't wait for more nights like this, as it stays lighter later and the days become warmer.


It was truly the calm before the storm:
Blizzard Warning = 8" to 16" or more expected totals.
Damn you tournament time.

Cheers!