Can you really believe it??  Our apple trees have begun to blossom as of 3.1.12; 4-5 weeks early!  Our strawberry patch has blossoms.  The plum & cherry trees are in full bloom.  I fixed a delicious, fresh rhubarb crisp last night and we have enjoyed some of the 4 pickings of asparagus!  Life has suddenly taken a fresh new look ~ and we are loving every moment of it!