Excitement, Can This Spring Be Real? and Stitching Of Course

 I've spent a good amount of time outside lately. The temperatures were so warm and especially welcomed because it is still March. Feels like a bonus to have lovely weather during this month usually known for late snowstorms and the dreaded freezing rain. Bits of green are poking through the dried grass and we wondered was it survival growth under the snow or brand new. It doesn't matter...these tiny spring signs are welcome to my eyes.

The hint of red on the head there identifies this wee one as a redpoll, I think. He was sure enjoying a little rest in the sun.

The ice on the pond has become soft and walkable. Monday we crossed it walking carefully with our cleats but Hubby broke through at the far edge and just like that was up to his knees in water. Over his high boots and we had a heck of time getting him up and out...soaking wet jeans and water weighted boots. I went over one boot in the process so we hobbled back to the house where Hubby got a hot shower and change of clothes. No worse for wear.  Exciting times here at the wooden house!!

Continuing excitement...first chipmunk of the season out and about in the front garden. Looking a little small and also thin.

But he spent lots of time under the bird feeder and I caught this photo of him before he headed back to his burrow...cheeks full.

Also exciting -we visited Abbey and her puppies. 

Both Abbey and Ned, the father, a chocolate Lab, were from litters that had all three colours of Labradors so it was exciting to find out what colours her puppies would be. She had 3 of each. 9 puppies!

Thank you all for the comments and emails about owning a puppy at this stage of life. Hubby read your words as well.

I have discovered Kombucha and really like it. As a vinegar liker, I find it similarly pungent and a great substitute for a sippy kind of drink. Also nice to try out different flavours. Oh and I also drink cranberry juice sometimes too.

I must mention this post from my blogging friend, Gladi Porsche.. She is an extraordinary quilter and in that post, treated us to a picture show of those featuring curves, which I especially love.  What beauties!! Inspiration galore! I know I will return often to see how she put fabrics and colours together too.

I'll leave you today with this photo of Hawk Run Hollow's April block.  I am not a great full coverage stitcher so the house is slow going if I am to keep the stitches as neat as I like them to be.  But enjoyable nonetheless.

Since I'd written this post already, I will publish as is. However, Hubby and I suffered a hard blow yesterday which I won't include now but talk about next time. 

Till then, stay safe...this is not over yet, Take care of yourself.

Always happy to link with Not Afraid of Color, Paying Ready Attention, Kathy's Quilts, Viewing Nature With Eileen and Brian's Home Blog.