Whispers of Spring
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Where is spring?
On the calendar: Starting Sunday morning, 7:34.
On your mind: Enough of the chill. Bring on the warm rays and break out the shorts and T-shirts.
Right now, the look is subtle, almost tentative, as if the plants aren’t quite ready to say it.
But soon, the whisper will turn to a shout, as April arrives with its riot of color.
But for the moment, consider the subtle, yet promising signs of the season.
Solitary daffodils, tulips just breaking ground and tiny red flowers on maples.
They will show what the calendar and your mind know: Spring is here.
--Nancy Brachey, Charlotte Observer garden editor
Panoramic photo illustration by Gary O'Brien ©2005 The Charlotte Observer
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