Refreshing Rains

Hot sunny days have coaxed reluctant tulips, hyacinths and daffodils from their sheaths. Apple blossoms petticoat ornamental trees. But today's rain (after my laundry was almost dry on the line) set many others free to burst into leaf. May I never take Spring's verdant show for granted. After visiting an elderly house-bound relative, freedom to walk and travel about seems even more precious. She loves anything blueberry, so I quickly made a batch of jam before going to see her. She was pleased. This evening a strong breeze rushed in through the front door screen and out the back window. I wish I could have been on a swing or a hilltop, feeling the wind in my hair. Maybe tomorrow afternoon I will be able to sew in my lovely room...