Walking and sitting outside

Sunday, March 21, was memorable for several reasons. Among them were: Belinda and I took our first walk outside since last Fall. We're at an age where slipping on ice isn't an option so we wait until the ice has melted before we begin our walks.

Second, Grandpa and I sat outside and watched the cars and the trains. We didn't stay too long, but at least we were outside for a while.

While sitting outside, I made some observations. We have a new neighbor that we haven't met. That's because of the winter hibernation that we do in North Dakota. Hopefully, now that it warms up and we see people working in their yard, I will venture across the street and introduce myself.

Also, the snow pack has taken it's toll on the lawn. The grass is mashed down. Completely laying over on its side. I wonder if it will perk it's head up or will we need to rake to make the lawn look healthy again.

I also noticed the ducks and the geese flying north. The ducks are quiet. The geese are honking as they follow the river.

Lastly, I noticed a majestic pair of evergreens in a neighbors yard. I remember staring at the trees back in 2001 when I didn't have a job. I would be waiting at home for the phone to ring, and I would stare out the picture window at the big, majestic evergreens. They are beautiful trees, but when the leaves pop out on the other trees, the two evergreens simply fade into the background. But before the leaves bud, the evergreens are "king of the castle."

I don't know how much room the trees take up in the neighbor's yard, but it looks like a considerable amount...judging from my vantage point. Yet, I'm thankful for the homeowner who has never cut them down because they truly are beautiful....especially when they have a coating of snow on them.

But I didn't say that because I've seen enough snow for a long while. The snow that still lingers is like the last leaf on a tree in the fall. It knows it's days are numbered.