Winter lies too long in country towns; hangs on until it is stale and shabby, old and sullen.
Willa Cather
As I was going through some old images from last year, I noticed this series of shots. Taken in March, that was one of the harshest springs we had encountered for many a decade. I have faith that this one coming will be a little less harsh for us. But just thinking that makes me realize that maybe it’s my last easy spring. In Armstrong the springs are short, cold, snowy, and then the next day it’s summer.
At least this is what my sister tells me. I am choosing not to believe her.
This spring will be bittersweet for us.
We want to move to that country town, where winter will lay long, getting old and sullen, it’s been our dream for such a long time. It’s hard to realize as we look out into the garden now and see snowdrops, that where we want to live will have snow for a long time still.
As a gardener I long for those extended seasons, and here I am giving it up.
Makes you wonder doesn’t it?
But finally being near my family will be worth it.
Jen @ Muddy Boot Dreams
♥ ~ ♥
When are you moving?
ReplyDeleteAs someone who lives in the North, I can assure you- where there is a will there is a way- and gardners here are in full activity even during the harshest and longest springs! So I am sure you'll figure a way to continue with your gardening passion even through the coldest and longest of winters/springs.
ReplyDeleteAnd yeah- when are you moving and have you found your dream place? I think I must have missed that post???
Hugs from Norway :-)
Ha! Armstrong sounds like Spokane. But we all have our weather complaints - in Iowa there was a pleasant month in the spring and one in the fall for being outdoors, and the winters were bitter cold and the summers sticky hot. Being close to family does make up for a lot, though.
ReplyDeleteIt doesn't seem like spring here until the aspen leaves unfurl - end of May. But the good news is that a long winter means lots of cocoa by the fire, reading & relaxing!
ReplyDeleteAnd being near your family will be wonderful!!!
A poignant post, dear Jen, and perfect Willa Cather quote. I love her. Soon you will be near your family, a great joy. ((Hugs))
ReplyDeleteBe careful what you wish for, hmmm? *smile* I have a feeling the good will outweigh the bad. So incredibly happy for you and Gar. I know you've both wanted this for so long. I'm thrilled & excited to know that your dream is coming true. *Happy dancing*
ReplyDeleteFamily makes the long winter worth while!
ReplyDeleteI can't sell winter. But as the others have said, having family near makes a huge difference. A long winter supplies lots of time for crochet, good books, and blogging!
ReplyDeleteOh I sure love these pictures! And you're right....nothing much better than family. And spring will eventually spring...just a tad later:))
ReplyDeleteOhh I love the pictures you shoots...so beautiful. Hope you update more adventure post here at your new garden ;)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos!
ReplyDeleteHaving moved from Ontario over a year ago to the island I do miss the snow. Actually i miss that smell of spring popping through the melting snow. Hard to explain but I haven't had that experience in awhile and miss it!
You are wanting to move to a gorgeous area I have also mentioned moving there to my husband!
Glad winter's back is breaking for you, Jen--here, it's busy breaking our backs with still more snow. A poignant post but here's to new adventures and new gardens.
ReplyDeleteAnother case for you to "bloom where you're planted" right? It will be worth it but not without challenges. :)
ReplyDeleteHi Jen, Those Violas are beautiful..well the first ones not so much. Penny Lane 'Sorbet' or something similar..and they smell a little also..
ReplyDeleteI know you will love it being close to family..I hope it all works out in due time:)