Cold Snap

Jonquils bloomed overnight. Purple crocus popped through last year's mulch and sticks. Hyacinth buds nestled in thick green arms holding snug, ready to burst into color. “28 degrees tonight! Back to 47 by noon tomorrow.” unwelcome news from the meteorologist. A cold snap designed to kill the impatient fledglings showing their pretty faces in early spring. Is this the “Blackberry Winter” Grandad talked about long ago? Check the blackberry vines, Hon. Are they blooming? If the answer is yes, here we are “smack dab” in the middle of Blackberry Winter, like walking backward in the rain. © cfa 3/28/2015

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Bl Devnath

Date: 4/11/2015 1:46:00 PM

Smile for expecting the blackberry winter, beautifully done. Loved always, my lovely friend,bl

Cona Adams
Date: 4/11/2015 4:00:00 PM

Thanks again, BL, for stopping by to read. Your positive comments always lift my spirit.

Thomas Martin

Date: 4/1/2015 6:16:00 PM

Really enjoyed this. Excellent writing!

Cona Adams
Date: 4/2/2015 6:57:00 AM

Thank you so much, Thomas. Your visit is always welcome.

Emile Pinet

Date: 4/1/2015 9:26:00 AM

Your words are simple, yet so strong and layered with imagery and emotion. It flows well and holds your interest from start to finish. Emile. #7

Cona Adams
Date: 4/1/2015 11:42:00 AM

Thank you, Emile, for the visit to read, and for your generous comment. Have a great day!

Kp Nunez

Date: 3/31/2015 8:00:00 AM

Enjoyed reading this, Cona. Although I can't really relate, as summer has begun in the isles. Oh but this Blackberry Winter has given you a very good write! A 7. Hugs! Kim :)

Cona Adams
Date: 4/1/2015 7:52:00 AM

Thank you, Kim, for reading, and for your generous comment and rating.

Jerry T Curtis

Date: 3/31/2015 7:20:00 AM

You know what they say---"Blackberry Winter----Blueberry Spring ---what the heck am I saying ? lol

Cona Adams
Date: 4/1/2015 7:50:00 AM

Thank you, Jerry, for the visit. I had never heard that particular saying, but I like it. I will wait for the blueberries. Nothing better than blueberry pie.

Ilene Bauer

Date: 3/28/2015 10:02:00 AM

wonderful, cona! this weather is enough to drive anyone crazy, including the flowers and blackberry vines. love your ending, too!

Cona Adams
Date: 3/29/2015 7:57:00 AM

Thanks, Ilene.Yes, in the same day, we have both hot and cold. I couldn't believe those snowflakes yesterday. But my daffodils (Jonquils in the south) thumbed their noses at the snow and kept on blooming. Have a great weekend.