Happy Spring!

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Spring arrived this afternoon; and it was evident here in Nova Scotia. The sun was shining brightly even if a little cold. I could hear the outdoors calling me. So, after church, I changed into my work duds and donned my gardening sneakers and headed out.
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I didn't take all of the thick leaf blanket off my flower beds; we could yet get snow. But I could help but have a closer look. It was marvelous! It filled my heart with joy to see all the little buds and bits of green.
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After lolly-gagging around, peeping and smiling, I set myself to work at the leaves on the lawn. I needed the Vitamin D and the work-out.
I worked so hard and so long, that I actually broke the handle on my rake! But while I was working, I got to listen to the water in my little brook. What a sweet sound!
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I rewarded my hard work with a late lunch. I can't remember what these flat, thin, crisp, cornmeal taco-type shells are called; they're Mexican and they're very good! I dressed them up with a tuna salad made with shredded carrots and green onions, topped them with a little shredded cheddar, popped them under the broiler, and then gave them a nice dollop of sour cream and a touch of salsa. Yum, yum!
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My tootsies ache,there's a bit of a blister started on one finger, my back is a little sore and stiff and I feel deliciously exhausted. Collateral damage.
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I am happy!
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