April Snow

 April is the cruellest month, it is said. It is certainly the most fickle in the weather department.   Every April we get a freak snowstorm, just when we think it's safe to put on a t-shirt.  This year's arrived last night, effectively preventing us from seeing the Lunar Eclipse.

Also arriving today was the first loon. (yes, it is a loon, a bit distant... I really do need a better telephoto...)  Welcome back!





The deer didn't seem to be very pleased with the return of the snow, just when they were starting to find the odd blade of grass. And we simply won't mention what the robin said...

The tree swallows have all vanished. I don't know where they go. They'll be back as soon as it warms, possibly as early as tomorrow.



But whatever else you say about spring snow, it certainly is pretty...