First Sign of Spring!

Well after a winter that has brought us 4 measurable snows in north Mississippi, everyone is looking for that early spring. There are a lot of different signs folks use to indicate spring is on the way, but one sign that is universal in the south is watching for the first flowers to bloom. That usually without fail is the Daffodils of which there are many varieties. One such variety in the southern U.S. is the Jonquill or Johnny Quills as my grandma used to call them. When they burst out of their winter hybernation, you can rest assured that spring will not be far behind. It doesn't mean we may not have more cold weather and yes even a flurry or two has been know to fall after they bloom, but in general terms, "Spring has Sprung".

"Look at us, said the violets blooming at her feet, all last winter we slept in the seeming death but at the right time God awakened us, and here we are to comfort you."
    Edward Payson Rod