March has been pretty nice as far as the weather goes. Light jackets, afternoon walks and birds chirping. It’s the best possible way for the calves to come into the world.
Then, today, snow–the first day of Spring, no less. Typical.
The Farmer’s Almanac discusses the truth behind the month of March and its lion and lamb attitude. The Almanac says it’s probably just an observation by those who have come before us, merely a cute rhyme and nothing to bet the ranch on.
But, here in Northeast New Mexico, my father-in-law’s obervation that March comes in like a lamb and out like a lion typically holds true.
Well, that snow is kind of beautiful. But better you than us. We’ve had record-breaking temperatures here in Minnesota for the past week. We’re talking 80s. It’s been unbelievable. I just hope we don’t pay for this early arrival of summer (spring) with lots of snow in April.
As much as I hate the cold, we really need the moisture. So, I can’t complain.
I imagine Minnesota will see a bit more wintery weather before summer arrives, huh?
80′s here in Maine, too! Such odd weather this year.
I love seeing the calves, snow covered, and regular.
It is odd weather… I hope we don’t find a water shortage because of the lack of moisture!
I know that is a serious problem in the West. I wish you a good spring and summer.
I sure hope it warms up there. I’m tent camping my way from TX thru NM into AZ in a month! C’mon warm weather!
You should be in pretty good shape considering your route! We’re much too far north for camping in April!
I hope so! LOL
The weather here is supposed to go back to something more Spring-like. It was snowing this morning, but not much was sticking. Like where you are though, the moisture is welcome.
Absolutely! The snow is annoying, especially in the spring, but we need it!
Oh how I miss the cows and calves….thank you for sharing and bringing back so many memories…
Anytime!
I don’t even know what to call a week of 80 degrees in Pittsburgh in March. A giraffe? -kate
I can’t imagine winter without a reprieve or two!