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10th Blogiversary Giveaway/Winner Announced

BY Kevin Lee Jacobs | March 24, 2019 1,005 Comments

Last updated on March 26th, 2019

Update: Random.org selected comment #797 from Meryl J. Congratulations, Meryl! Send me a note to receive your spring-green mixer!

Happy first week of spring, which also coincides with my blog’s anniversary! This week, because the snow is melting and the grass is greening, I’m giving away a spring-green mixer! Who wants a chance to win this kitchen workhorse?

To enter, just answer the following question:

What do you love most about the season of spring? 

Post your answer in the comments field below, and your name will be entered into the random drawing.

Oh. If this is your first time commenting here, you’ll receive a message that reads: “Your comment is awaiting moderation.” I’ll approve your comment ASAP.

The Rules:

Only one comment per person, please!

Post your comment in the comments field below (i.e., do not send me an email)

No comments after midnight on Monday, March 25, 2019.

Appreciated but not required: Sign up for my email updates and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel.

The winner’s name will be announced on Tuesday, March 26, 2019.  So be sure to check back!

This giveaway is sponsored entirely by Kevin Lee Jacobs.

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Comments

  1. 1

    Becca says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:02 am

    I love how everything wakes up and feels so fresh and new.

  2. 2

    Jackie Russell says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:36 am

    Everything is so fresh and love the colours all beginning to appear, hope you post to the UK

  3. 3

    Nancy McMahon says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:37 am

    Green

  4. 4

    lillypie says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:38 am

    For this native Southerner, the first time I hear the peepers, I know I’ve survived another New England winter.

  5. 5

    Julie says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:38 am

    I love everything coming alive, the birds singing, flowers and trees budding and maple sap flowing. Everyone seems to smile more and be in good moods!

  6. 6

    Sarah says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:38 am

    The weather and watching grass green up and blossoms on trees.

  7. 7

    Judi Nemeth says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:38 am

    The flowers and the trees blooming… Everything is so fresh… love the little buds on the trees….

  8. 8

    Carla says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:39 am

    The FLOWERS, the beautiful flowers.

  9. 9

    Lori Vezendy says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:39 am

    The arrival of peepers and songbirds.

  10. 10

    Sherlie Magaret says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:39 am

    I can open the windows more and the daffodils are coming up.

  11. 11

    Sharon Hull says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:40 am

    Hard to choose between all the lush new spring growth and the birds coming into their colorful breeding plumage with nest building and courting activity to watch. It’s all good!

  12. 12

    Judy says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:40 am

    Your blog and videos are so cool, Kevin!! Thanks for all the info and personality you share!! And for the spring giveaway.

  13. 13

    Beth says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:41 am

    I love the smell of the ground thaw and new buds/shoots on plants— all the new life brings hope after a dark, cold winter season!

  14. 14

    Patty Mack says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:42 am

    Shamrocks butterflys i even have one blue bonnet so excited

  15. 15

    Kathleen Killmeyer says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:42 am

    It is time to start laying out my garden and buy seeds! I really miss my garden in the winter – although I do love eating all of my preserved canned goods! Happy Spring!

  16. 16

    Jennifer McComb says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:42 am

    What I love about spring? Finally, more colors in the landscape than black and white! The birds singing their mating songs with all their beings. Watching the landscape gradually color itself in. The chance to work in my gardens again.

  17. 17

    Rosemarie says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:42 am

    What I absolutely love about the spring are the long daylight hours, the fresh smell of the grass, flowers, and herbs, and the birds chirping in the trees!

  18. 18

    Cynthia Hines says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:42 am

    Spring is such a season of JOY and renewal and HOPE!!!

  19. 19

    DDB says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:43 am

    I love the longer days and warmer weather!

  20. 20

    sue kimble says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:44 am

    The sun on my face and my bones don’t hurt as much.

  21. 21

    Nancy R. says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:44 am

    I love seeing flowers and trees bloom.

  22. 22

    Maureen says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:44 am

    Everything….my gardens, more sunlight, the peepers!

  23. 23

    Georgie JACOB says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:44 am

    I live on the Niagara Escarpment on the Canadian side and enjoy the first sighting of birds that appear at this time of the year.

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    gina lovejoy says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:45 am

    I have a child care in my home the long winter keeps the house closed up and with spring comes open windows, the sound of children playing outside again, the colors start popping from the bare branches the smile on the face as the kids see the seeds burst through happy spring

  25. 25

    Mary McNamara says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:45 am

    Spring means calving season and it’s so fun to watch the babies running around kicking thier heels up without a care in the world!!! Oh, and tulips

  26. 26

    Linda Thomas says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:45 am

    The smell of the warm fresh air, the sound of the birds singing, and the sight of flowers reawakening from their winter sleep!

  27. 27

    Penelope Roberts says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:45 am

    I love the feeling of new beginnings, new possibilities, starting afresh.

  28. 28

    Dianne says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:46 am

    Spring! My favorite season! I love the warmer weather, new growth appearing, the anticipation of new things I’ll try in the garden, more daylight hours… everything!

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    Priscilla Z says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:46 am

    No more WAITING!

  30. 30

    Georgie JACOB says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:46 am

    I live on the Canadian side of the Niagara Escarpment and enjoy seeing the hawks returning.

  31. 31

    Teresa B says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:46 am

    I love simply EVERYTHING about Spring! 🙂

  32. 32

    Jean Diemer says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:46 am

    Hi Kevin, Happy blog anniversary. I anxiously wait for your Sunday morning blog to brighten my day. Such humor and good info.

    I am waiting for Spring as that means I can get out and garden once again, to get my hands dirty and hopefully grow lots of flowers and veggies to share with family and friends. Life is good. Thanks for all you do!

  33. 33

    Tish says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:46 am

    I love the early morning light, and birds chirping

  34. 34

    Cindy says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:46 am

    Peepers! Can’t wait for them to start singing.

  35. 35

    Linda k says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:46 am

    I love the way the air smells in the early morning,the chirping of the birds, watching the snow melt in my backyard and just the energy i feel from the sun shining on my face

  36. 36

    Morgan says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:47 am

    The flowers and buds and the fresh air.

  37. 37

    Denyse says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:48 am

    Spring brings wild flowers like Spring beauties in the woods.

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    Pam Dempsey says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:48 am

    I love all of the flowers and trees blooming and the spring storms 😉

  39. 39

    Nicole says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:49 am

    Spring peepers are my favourite!!

  40. 40

    Nancy says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:49 am

    I love spring because it brings a welcome change of newness after a long winter in NH. It’s a time to throw open the windows, clean out and refresh the cupboards and rest of the house, and dig out some favorite cookbooks and try some new recipes with spring-like ingredients. And…..I can order seeds and think about gardening, perhaps even stick in some peas and lettuce.

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    Julie says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:50 am

    I love the warm temps and the spring flowers. It’s also a time when I’m most motivated to do some gardening before the extreme heat and humidity set in.

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    Judy B says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:50 am

    Thinking of you when I’m outside cleaning up my flower beds and planting spring bulbs. Hope it warms up soon for you Northerners.

  43. 43

    Hope says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:50 am

    Seeing Nature come back to life

  44. 44

    Kathy Morrison says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:50 am

    The best part of Spring is knowing that my orchards are awaiting their annual pageant of beauty. Still tightly curled up, almost like giddy little children awaiting entrance on to the stage at a school play, their buds hold back but will soon burst on to the scene with their show of white glory.

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    Lana VanDenBerg says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:51 am

    I love how everything springs up with gigor painting the landscape with pretty colors of my bulb flowers and spring green shades such as the color of that beautiful mixer I’m hoping to win! Thanks, Kevin for your blogs, advice and photos!

  46. 46

    Jenn says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:51 am

    I love that fact that something new starts growing every few days, so each afternoon when I get home from work I can enjoy a stroll around the yard with something new to see.

  47. 47

    Rose says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:51 am

    I love that the winter is over and we New life begins in the garden. The spring lilacs are my favorite.

  48. 48

    VickiS says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:51 am

    The smell of new grass, the spreading pale green as shrubs, trees, and grass begin to breathe deeply and grow! And the warmth, after this bitter cold winter.

  49. 49

    Christine Salek says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:51 am

    I love the idea of getting my garden started. I have my winter sowing going , so ready for the warmer weather that is starting to come

  50. 50

    Dorothy says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:52 am

    Spring means that things come to life, trees start to re-leaf and then bloom, perennials start to grow on their way to blooming and bringing color to earth, it is time for new plants to be started and then planted in the warm earth when appropriate. Just an exciting time with all the new growth around.

  51. 51

    Kris Odom says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:53 am

    I love seeing all of the Spring bulbs start to bloom and peak out of the dirt. It lets me know the long winter is coming to an end!

  52. 52

    Jane wasniewski says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:54 am

    I love the smells (and that includes your pork tenderloin recipe) the garden coming alive and the feeling of warmth.

  53. 53

    M Daniela Cirillo says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:54 am

    awww… I love the fresh air when I open my windows at home , flowers and my neighbors every morning when they said Good morning and are Happy!

  54. 54

    Anne Moxley says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:54 am

    A new beginning

  55. 55

    Mary says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:54 am

    I love Spring so I can plant my vegetable garden so I can can my tomatoes and beans. Also to hear the songbirds finding their mates and making their nests. Love your blog and recipes. Don’t retire, please.

  56. 56

    Tamara Carney says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:54 am

    The tulips !

  57. 57

    Mikaela says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:54 am

    I love the warmer air and the smell of damp earth.

  58. 58

    Donna says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:55 am

    The green leaves

  59. 59

    Linda says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:55 am

    I love seeing all of the birds like the robins, bluebirds, & the cardinals! Their colors are so refreshing after a rainy & gloomy winter!

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    Anne Farnsworth says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:57 am

    I love the songs the birds sing in the morning – they’re so happy it’s spring and so ready to get on with life, love and new life it makes me happy, too. Starts my days out perfectly!

  61. 61

    Laura B. says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:57 am

    I love the warmer weather and the snow finally melting away. The sun also staying out longer is a big plus too.

  62. 62

    Meghan says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:57 am

    Spring is my favorite season. I love the snowdrop and daffodil as harbingers of the gardening season.

  63. 63

    Phyllis Bachinski says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:57 am

    Spring! I love the birds singing, the buds on the trees just waiting to burst open and say “I’m alive” and especially the “greenness” of everything……

  64. 64

    Louise says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:58 am

    Abundant sunshine, new garden growth and cheerful birds!

  65. 65

    Carmen Tucker says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:58 am

    Green is my favorite thing about spring and my favorite smell of spring is the lilacs!

  66. 66

    Tess says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:58 am

    The opening of Keukenhof Gardens in the Netherlands. The third week of April is magical. It’s Disneyland for Gardeners.

  67. 67

    Lucia Haskins says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:58 am

    I love the refreshing, invigorating lushness of warm breezes.

  68. 68

    Coila Kennedy says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:59 am

    I am ready for plants to turn green. I have had too much white snow and cloudy. The sun is out today. Coila

  69. 69

    Diane Hinkle says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:00 am

    I love the freshness of spring. After the grays and browns of winter, the appearance of pink, fellow, white and shades of many cheery colors brighten the landscape. I love color!

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    Nancy H says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:00 am

    What’s not to like? We made it through another winter! Congratulations, Kevin, on your ten years of sharing with us….

  71. 71

    Janice Todd says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:00 am

    Colour

  72. 72

    GinaG says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:01 am

    As a San Diego girl lIving in Nebraska….. it sometimes feels like spring will NEVER come (esp this year)….but when I see the green daylilies barely poking through the dirt, I know Spring has Sprung!! My days immediately brighten and I spend each and every morning from that point forward discovering all those formerly sleeping perennials sprinting back to life – and I know what’s to come will certainly be wonderful!!

  73. 73

    Margaret VanHull says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:04 am

    Spring renews my hopes for garden perfection, a symbol of perfection-seeking in self. There’s nothing so refreshing as the smell of the Earth in Spring.

  74. 74

    Christy says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:04 am

    The renewed sense of hope and newness! Life feels fresh, new, hopeful, exhilarating at times and joyful!!! I loooove kicking off the gardening season and freshening up the home

  75. 75

    Helen Adams says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:05 am

    I listen for the sound of bird singing to return. During the winter, there is little singing but with more light and an increase of temperature the bird songs can be heard. Also, I always feel delight with the sight of my first dandelions.

  76. 76

    Toni says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:06 am

    To be able to walk outside and “smell” the fresh air. Hearing the various birds chirping and waiting anxiously for the birds to return to Minnesota. I love the variety of green that shows
    up on the trees as they leaf out. It is amazing.

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    Sharon says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:06 am

    I love nature’s (and my own) surging energy …you can feel it in the air.
    Happy anniversary, and congrats on your success!

  78. 78

    Rebecca says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:06 am

    Getting to inspect my beehives!

  79. 79

    Kathy says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:06 am

    I love the crocus and daffodils peeking through and the gentle spring storms, though not so much the bomb cyclone here in NE.

  80. 80

    MICHI says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:06 am

    Spring feels like hope and renewal after a tough winter, and a chance to reconnect with our gardens and thus ourselves. Thanks for all that you do!

  81. 81

    Cher Ruscansky says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:07 am

    I love new beginnings! New color palette, spring foods, new babies!

  82. 82

    Katie says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:07 am

    Best part of spring: seeing the garlic and shallot bulbs I planted in late fall shoot their little green selves skyward. Great symbol of hope, that!

  83. 83

    Christy says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:08 am

    Ahhhh Gina! Welcome to Nebraska…. it’s not for everyone lol!!! I hope it feels like home ❤️

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    Marsha Maynard says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:08 am

    Luck of the Irish! Maybe
    Marsha

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    Pat says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:08 am

    I love being able to work in my garden.

  86. 86

    Kelly A Sabini says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:08 am

    The cool fresh air and the light. The bright green buds on trees. My garden brimming with potential.

  87. 87

    David Adamson says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:10 am

    Congrats on ten years!

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    Kathy says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:10 am

    Spring means no mittens or scarves, opening windows, and feeling lighter!
    Spring is sunlight longer and the earth warmer! Hurray, we made it through another winter. Everything is poking out to feel the sun.

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    Diana says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:10 am

    I love the reawakening, death into life, and the hope that spring brings…
    and I love the smell of the fresh air coming into the open windows.

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    Gwendolyn Dean says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:11 am

    My mom, aunts,my daughter and I do this every year we have a kitchen garden planing breakfast. My daughter is the artist so she sketches our ideas out and we all go over to our local gardening center to buy first spring seedling. We love this time of year. To us it’s a new life a new beginning. We tell.
    stories of my grandmother gardening to the little ones.We want to continue passing down to the next generation of women.

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    Susan says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:11 am

    I love that I will be able to open my windows and let the fresh air and sounds of spring in. It’s been a long winter here in Western NY. Kevin, I truly hope you were “kidding” about giving it up! I so enjoy your blog and trying your recipes. Happy Spring!

  92. 92

    Cynthia Shultz says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:11 am

    Crocus and daffodils! You scared me about retirement !

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    Connie Hoffman says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:12 am

    I love seeing more wildlife! Squirrels, turkeys, deer, raccoons, all frisky and goofy, interested in starting new families and continuing the cycle of life. The best entertainment right in our backyard.

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    Carol Tellefson says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:12 am

    Congratulations to you first! You’ve added to so many happy households with your recipes and comments. I love spring because of the renewal it brings to the earth and to my spirits. Thanks for choosing a vibrant green mixer to honor the season and bring life to my kitchen. Fingers crossed.

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    Susan says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:13 am

    Being outside more!

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    Mary Dale says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:14 am

    Renewal. The return of life in nature, and in my soul.

  97. 97

    Marlene Leverington says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:14 am

    Spring is time for renewal of body and soul.

  98. 98

    Beverly Nolan says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:14 am

    Spring means green and all of the beautiful colors to follow! 10 years already? Thank You for all of your helpful posts.

  99. 99

    Linda Gilray says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:14 am

    One word, Daffodils!!!!!

  100. 100

    Ginny says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:15 am

    Birds returning, the sound and scent of rain, buds opening, longer days, no more snow and ice.

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    Shagopi says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:15 am

    Dear Kevin, I love the special green color of the grass and trees. Also, love to see cherry blossoms . Happy Spring to all!

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    Mj Stafford says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:15 am

    I love Kevin’s spring contest and hoping I might won a spring-green mixer so I might improve my cooking success.

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    Beverly, zone 6, eastern PA says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:16 am

    There is great pleasure in working the garden soil while being serenaded by a multitude of chirping birds.

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    kathleen salmons says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:16 am

    I love all the flowers!

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    Cheryl B. says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:17 am

    Renewed energy everywhere.

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    Sandy S. says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:17 am

    I love Spring as this means warmer weather, planting in my garden and the return of our hummingbirds!

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    DaveC says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:17 am

    Nothing really. Here in Florida, the begging of Spring means the humidity and heat are already on their way up and the pollen is so thick, you can’t breathe. But, you can write your name on your car in the yellow blanket of pollen.

    Sorry to be a downer, but you asked.

    Love the blog Kevin, keep it up.

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    Jonathan Abbott says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:17 am

    CONGRATULATIONS KEVIN…10 Years!!

    Spring is my favorite season, full of possibilities. My garden is calling me…..

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    Susan says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:17 am

    I love watching the earth come alive again after a long a brown winter. It is magical!

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    Mary Cales says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:17 am

    Love hearing the birds singing…means garden, and flowers

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    Peri Pantazes says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:18 am

    I love the return of the birds and their lovely songs. In addition to that the emerging flowers, crocuses, daffodils and tulips lift my spirits.

  112. 112

    Cindi Nicholson says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:18 am

    I absolutely ADORE SPRING! My bees come out of hiding & start the search for pollen & nectar. The joy of seeing them out & about foraging & the sound of them in the gardens is so peaceful!

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    peggy says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:19 am

    My favorite is when the ice melts off the lake and the ducks and swans return.

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    Emily says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:19 am

    Longer days ! No more leaving for work AND coming home in the dark.

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    Stan Goff says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:19 am

    Time of new beginnings and a reminder to get a move on, now!

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    Linda Smith says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:20 am

    Hearing the birds, seeing the geese returning and the wildlife waking up
    from the long winter. Waking up in the morning to see how much the
    ice and snow lines have shrunk. Seeing the hellebores in bloom.

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    Kate says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:20 am

    Hi Kevin, I think watching my garden slowly waken is my very favorite part of Spring, when every day brings something green sprouting on a branch or pushing through the soil. I also love the sight of the birds nesting and the way their happy whistling and singing seems to fill the entire day!

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    Mary Ellen chodur says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:20 am

    Earth coming back to life bringing so many possibilities!

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    Chris Budnick says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:20 am

    Love hearing the water run with the melt, love the smell of spring, love putting on rubber boots and digging little trenches in the driveway so water runs off, love watching trees and bushes change color getting ready to bud, love watching birds..already have robins even though we still have tons of snow, love the sun, love the rain, love planning the garden…….

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    Kathleen says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:21 am

    I put in some small box woods 3 years ago and could use a little trimming. Thanks for the visual

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    Gail Lamond says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:21 am

    The warmth of the sun and finally some beautiful colors.

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    Mary Lou says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:22 am

    I love the birds singing!

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    Robin Hudson says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:22 am

    Sunlight and the smell of fresh dirt!

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    Donna Whitley says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:22 am

    I love seeing the eagles flying and fishing and welcome the return of the ospreys. The best thing is that winter has come to an end. Thank you for your blog Kevin. I always enjoy it.

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    Marsha says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:23 am

    The light. And the chance to start again.

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    Jackie says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:23 am

    Plants are finally growing and flowers are blooming. Dead winter plants are depressing!

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    Robert Meehan says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:23 am

    There’s a couple of things but probably the best is more hours of daylight. The longer days means gardening, more birding opportunities and I just feel better.

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    Alecia says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:23 am

    I love the start of all things green and growing flowers in my gardens!!

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    Mary says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:23 am

    Beautiful blooming blossoms!

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    LYNNE EVANS says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:23 am

    I love that I can open my windows and let the fresh air blow in. Really love when the cat mint comes in bloom outside my side window. Beautiful- easy plant that it is.

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    Diane says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:24 am

    Waiting for the tulips I planted last fall to bloom!

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    Nancy B says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:24 am

    In spring, the grass turns back to green, the soil becomes squishy and smells so rich, and the sun tells me that summer is coming!

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    Sheila Sayles says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:24 am

    I can go outside and play in the dirt.

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    Cary Bradley says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:25 am

    The chives pushing up is the herald for me and I adore that. Then the spinning forward gets ahead of me fast. Love too that my local farm stand opens April 1 and I can nab lettuce/mesclun starts to plunk in to make me feel productive and pretty. Tonic of quick greens like arugula and turnips and the bitters make me feel 12 again and ready for the dash. Mud is even fun for me. I come from arid Southwest and water is a delight. Now if only Meyer lemons and figs would grow here outdoors, I’d be in hog heave. Glad you’re here too! Love you, Kiddo 🙂

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    Barb G says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:25 am

    Sleeping with the windows open & smelling lilacs blooming! Don’t retire! I love Sunday mornings reading your blog with a cup of coffee.

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    Sally says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:25 am

    Despite my physical limitations, even I feel energized by spring. Dreams of a new garden bed, spring cleaning, and general renewal.

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    Karin Hamann says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:25 am

    I love the chartreuse color of new emerging leaves, and the blush of the pink cherry tree blossoms as they start to flower…..like a watercolor painting.

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    Celeste says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:26 am

    Life! Born again!
    The earth is reborn!
    Our hearts are renewed!
    A season of blessing, rising,
    and rebirth!
    Watching for daffodils, tulips, and crocuses peeking out of the frozen earth!
    The first robin!
    Thankful for the gift of the Holy Spirit in our presence!
    Thankful for 10 years of
    beautiful blogs . . .

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    Cheryl says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:26 am

    I love the quality of the air and light changing, the smell of damp earth and new shoots. The sounds of the birds singing and greeting each morning as if they’d just woken up from a winter-long nap. Spring is energizing and restful at the same time, I love it!

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    melly howell says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:27 am

    The birds building their nests!

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    Tina says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:29 am

    That magical time of year when you’re both mowing and hauling firewood into the kitchen.

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    Cherylann McGuire says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:29 am

    I love spring because it awakens my soul. The hyacinth and mini daffodils in my beds are popping, and the buds in the lilacs are just waiting to open! It is like awakening after a long sleep, and green is my favorite color!

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    Patty says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:29 am

    I love the warmth of the sun after months of the pale winter sun and the longer days – perfect for the start of the gardening season!

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    Bessie says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:30 am

    A time of new beginings , Beautiful new colors on everything,the birds singing their spring songs and gardens coming to life. What a wonderful time.

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    Maura says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:30 am

    Birds chirping loudly early in the morning !

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    Laura says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:30 am

    I love the peepers and all the returning songbirds

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    Joann says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:31 am

    I love the grass turning green,birds chirping, flowers coming up through the ground, leaves on the trees. I love everything about spring .

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    Jennifer Clark says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:31 am

    Spring peepers, green leaf buds, open windows and the hope of fresh beginnings

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    Karen says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:31 am

    I love the warmth, the flowers and flowering trees – especially the cherry blossoms!

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    Mary says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:31 am

    Oh, one of my greatest joys of spring is when the snow starts melting and my pussy willow bush starts to show off its buds! Then I know spring has officially arrived.

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    Carol Darling says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:31 am

    Return of birds, AV in bloom and bulbs springing up their greenery.

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    Judith Woods says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:31 am

    The sun!

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    Pat C says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:31 am

    I love the smell of the damp earth after a gentle spring rain.

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    Carrie says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:32 am

    I love the flowers and the freshness of spring

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    Karen Chickering says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:32 am

    Green! Pale green, deep green, nature reawakening, birds returning and singing, sap flowing, being outside and free of heavy layers. Aaaah!

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    Joann says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:32 am

    I love the grass turning green,birds chirping, flowers coming up through the ground, leaves on the trees. I love everything about spring . I like starting my plants to put out this summer.

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    James W. Graham says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:32 am

    The return of warm weather !

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    Christine Thiessen says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:33 am

    I love the sound of birds singing and spring “peepers” at the pond, as well as the renewal of life!

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    Anne in Vermont says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:33 am

    Impossible to choose what I like most. Tied in first place are the birds’ dawn chorus, the shade of green new leaves have (none here yet), and noticing the first emerging shoots. Thank you for reminding me to think about this. Check here for spring in Mongolia: https://www.bbc.com/news/av/science-environment-47673327/mongolia-a-toxic-warning-to-the-world

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    Pennie says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:33 am

    I love change. I love growth. I love the potential of great things to come!!!

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    Christina Barnard says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:33 am

    I love the freshness of it all. The awakenings that happen. Spring is newness and a fresh beginning.

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    Katy Lamb says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:33 am

    I love how the vegetation turns green, the birds sing loudly, and the earth turns warm as if to say, “I’m ready to be planted with flowers and vegetables again.”

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    Joey says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:33 am

    The best part of spring for me is getting into the garden while the soil is still damp and loose so the weeds pull up easy and then turning over the soil and getting my hands dirty and plot what seeds/seedlings to plant first. Probably okra and tomatoes.

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    Dianne says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:33 am

    I love the reminders of the newness that comes every Spring, new nests and blossoms. Also love the promise of renewal with the return of perennials and budding of deciduous trees. Spring is truly a wonderful season of transformation.

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    Deb Boone says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:33 am

    I love the flowers blooming and my tomato’s growing….
    Here in Florida it gets too hot in summer so now all is pretty spectacular!
    Spring has sprung!

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    Laura says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:34 am

    I love the gentle rain sprinkling on our yard today.

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    J MCCULLOUGH says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:34 am

    Another snowstorm adding to the existing 4ft snowbanks, makes spring seem almost like a dream at my place.The owls and wild turkeys are hanging out by my bird feeders as they are starving. All of my spring bulbs & perennials are buried deep beneath snow. More snow to come. Perhaps Mother Nature would spare us the last hurrah with Old man winter and get on with it! So looking forward to seeing my gardens again.

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    Pat Johnston says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:35 am

    The sound of the bluebirds twittering and the sight of the tips of plants peeking up above ground.

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    Caroline Ronten says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:35 am

    flowers and birds

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    Eileen says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:36 am

    Daffodils, crocus, tulips poking up in search of the sun. New life!

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    Georgeann Brown says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:36 am

    New baby chicks are at the farmer’s coop.

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    Jo Ann McCord says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:36 am

    Blue hyacinths swaying ìn thewarm spring air.

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    Gladys Rellinger says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:37 am

    Sorting my seeds and planning where to drop them on the ground and sprinkle sand over them. Oh! mark with a popsicle stick.

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    Troy says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:37 am

    Starting the gardens and getting the motorcycle out!

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    Annette Howard says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:37 am

    I love the smell of the earth as I turn the soil to start a new season

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    Ann says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:37 am

    Spring love is opening the door in the morning to fresh, alive air and birdsong.

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    Joanie says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:37 am

    I’m able to dig in the dirt again! 🙂

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    Kathy says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:37 am

    The dog poop and other trash entering from the melting snow! J/k! The longer sunlight hours.

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    Cheryl says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:38 am

    No more snow!

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    Kristin says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:39 am

    I love my old friends showing up in my garden. Just yesterday my anemone foliage finally popped up. We are a couple of weeks behind here, and I was worried that I’d lost them. I brought them with me from our house in PA, so they are extra special to me.

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    Patrice Olinger says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:39 am

    The best thing about spring is the hopefulness I feel when I see the magnificent bright green that emerges in the landscape after months of dinginess!

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    Marianne says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:39 am

    The tender green hues of Spring are the best, along with the flowers!

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    Yvonne Arnold says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:40 am

    The beauty of light is my favorite part is spring! Birdsongs awaken us in the morning, late afternoon shadows begin to appear, returning flocks of geese are heard through the night illuminated by moonlight. We are all re-energized by light.

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    Donna Francis says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:40 am

    I love birds chirping, daffodils, and my bright red tulips!

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    Cinzia says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:41 am

    Ah yes, the peepers for sure! And our peacocks are fully decked out with their magnificent tail feathers!

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    Lisa Bostic says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:41 am

    Waking up to the birds singing.

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    Cynthia says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:41 am

    I love the social events that seem to begin with the spring season. It’s a great time for informal garden parties and your recipes are perfect contributions to the communal food tables Thank you

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    Kim says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:41 am

    I love the early morning sunshine, crocuses, and all the flowering trees.

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    Ronnie says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:41 am

    I love the sound of birds singing outside my window when I am waking up!

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    Leslie O'Flaherty says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:41 am

    Smelling dirt
    And hearing shoots struggling through
    Seeing wind in the trees
    Tasting hints of warmth

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    Heather says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:42 am

    Definately the blooms! Those spring lilacs get me every year, they’re so pretty with a delicious scent! Also Korean spice bush blooms. Oh my!

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    Lynne McGee says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:42 am

    The sense of renewed excitement when the first green sprouts appear.

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    Angela says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:42 am

    Hi Kevin!
    Happy 10th Anniversary!
    I enjoy hearing the birds letting us know its spring!
    But mostly watching our dog enjoy the yard again:)
    Thanks for the chance to win!
    Happy Spring to all!

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    Jacklyn says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:42 am

    The smell and watching the green emerging.

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    Paula says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:42 am

    Everything warmer, bright sunshine, buds bursting through the ground and on the trees, birds Chirping and building nests

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    Karen says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:42 am

    Well, I sure don’t like the emerging weeds but I do love the flowers, baby bunnies, dog walking minus the heavy jacket, and of course all the fresh local fruits and veggies (which takes me into summer)!
    I did laugh about your retiring to FL. Ha! You would dry up and blow away if you didn’t do all that gardening and cooking/baking so carry on!!!

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    Eileen Kelly says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:42 am

    Seeing green shoots appear in the cold ground!

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    Tina says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:43 am

    Warm, soft breezes and the anticipation of seeing what each new day will bring to my garden.

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    Lori Schmidt says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:43 am

    Spring means that it is nearly time to plant my veggie garden!!! Can’t wait.

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    Brenda Lewis says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:43 am

    Spring brings the warm sunshine budding forth from behind winter clouds bursting onto the earth to bring forth her bounty of renewed life!

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    Merry Mindy says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:43 am

    I love the way things begin to come alive in the spring, from chirping peeper frogs to crocuses and daffodils breaking through the ground. It all provides comfort that winter will soon be behind us.

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    Amy says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:44 am

    Edgeworthia blossoms and hellebores

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    AB says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:44 am

    I love having a headstart–with daffodils and crocuses blooming on my windowsills.

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    Yuki Tsumori says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:44 am

    Why?
    It is time for gardeners to start working on their yards.
    Most exciting time just has started.

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    Carolyn says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:44 am

    My favorite things about spring are: robins are back, the boys at the bird feeders are getting their courting colors,spinach, arugula and agretti, seeds are planted and on warming mats making them think it’s warm when really it’s still 30. No signs of daffodils yet, sadly, nor trees in leaf. Happy Spring, Kevin!

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    Mary V says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:44 am

    I love the walk in my little backyard looking for bulbs to poke their leaves up. Wondering what has survived and asking I wonder what you will be? I tend to forget what grows where.

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    Patty Williamson says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:44 am

    Patches of blue speedwell, purple violets, yellow daffodils and greening grass!

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    Kathryn says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:45 am

    Beautiful flowers, trees budding out, birds singing, fresh spring vegetables!

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    Jeanelle H Davis says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:45 am

    I love the awakening of nature in spring–brisk sunny days, spring breezes, pale green buds on the trees, lovely daffodils, and the dawn chorus of the songbirds. Plus, when spring arrives, summer in all its glory cannot be far behind.

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    Damon Ransom says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:46 am

    After dreary winters full of snow, and early spring with various shades of brown, I love all the colors and sounds of spring. The green grass, our flower gardens coming to life, and the birds singing all awaken the soul. And our annual Florida vacation comes in the spring as well!

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    Courtney says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:46 am

    Working in the garden with my daughter!

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    Jen Roddie says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:46 am

    The return of our purple martins herald the first moments of my joy…quickly followed by the first buds of our Lady Banks rose and Carolina Jessamine. Out here in West Texas this predates the most important of all, our gorgeous wildflowers!

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    Frank Turner says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:46 am

    Collecting Maple sap in the spring, out in the woods, totally quiet except for the ping of Maple sap hitting the bottoms of the metal buckets you just emptied, the more you emtpy the louder the orchester gets. Some days a sugar snow comes, large wet flakes of snow whisping though the trees. “it don’t get no better than this”

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    Wendy says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:47 am

    I love when the flower shoots and buds start appearing and puts winter behind us!

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    Terry Casperson says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:48 am

    Agree with all previous comments—GREEN, GREEN, GREEN!!! Opening the doors, walking in my neighborhood, longer days, thinking about barbecuing…

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    Pamela says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:49 am

    I grew up in Arizona but moved to the Midwest to go to graduate school. We never had tulips and squirrels and bunnies in the desert in the spring! So I love seeing the new flowers and hearing the birds early in the morning. I just got new hearing aids at Costco so now I can hear them even better! I am turning 66 in September!

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    Arthur says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:49 am

    I can finally get my vegetable garden ready for planting. Can’t wait for pickin and eating grown your own. Tasty and better for you.

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    Michelle says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:49 am

    In Spring, I love feeling the warm sun on my face and the cool earth in my hands as I tend my garden. There’s nothing so therapeutic.

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    Stacie says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:50 am

    Spring signifies it is time to plant my tomatoes in the garden! I’m ready for garden fresh salsa!

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    Angie P says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:50 am

    I love seeing everything outside burst into color and come alive. I love visiting parks and gardens to see the flowers blooming, especially the tulips.

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    Dorian says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:50 am

    Along with the hope of warmer weather and blooming flowers, I love to hear “play ball!”

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    Heidi Haas says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:51 am

    I love seeing little shoots of your plants starting to push up through the dirt. It makes me feel so happy!

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    Cindy Woods says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:51 am

    I love the smell of spring~warm, sweet, and earthy.

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    Sherrie Panther says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:52 am

    I grew up on a farm in Iowa. As you can imagine, for as long as I can remember, spring has made me happy.

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    Thelma J Forshey says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:53 am

    I can’t wait to see the first green buds and new blooms of the season.

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    Laura says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:54 am

    The green and all the life that wakes up and becomes visible to us. <3

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    Anne Hilofsky says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:54 am

    I love hearing the birds chirp outside my bedroom window announcing another season of birthing anew and the promise it brings.

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    Shellee K Morrison says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:54 am

    Clearing away the detritus of winter to reveal tiny green shoots!

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    Pat Frik says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:55 am

    I love the way the light changes, longer days, birds singing, surprise sightings of the first ephemerals, the way the air smells…spring comes with renewed hope for all.

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    Stephanie says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:55 am

    The gentle way I suddenly see a green cast to the tree branches before the leaves start to come out and the way my garden slowly wakes up….

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    Dittony says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:56 am

    Putting garden plans into action.

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    Karen Mary says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:56 am

    I love spring because it’s the season of encouragement!

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    Claire Mead says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:56 am

    In northern New England, those few days before the trees leaf out and the leaf buds are a light yellowish-green. Promises!

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    Vonceil Anderson says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:57 am

    Watching for the plants in my garden to come back to life. My first circuses bloomed this week!

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    Susan says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:57 am

    Beautiful warm and breezy days .Lovely colours In the garden. Just magical.

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    Tina says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:57 am

    I love the smell of the earth, the feel of the earth in my hands.

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    Cathy Youker says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:57 am

    The blooming of flowers.

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    Claudia says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:57 am

    Every spring i start a project outside. Past projects include putting in a small orchard, a boxwood hedge, pergola kit, small greenhouse kit, and this year I am clearing a spot for a fountain. I love to read this blog for inspiration!

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    Debbie says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:58 am

    Helloooooooo Kevin & a Happy Spring to you my Guru.
    My Kitchen-aid broke. I can not replace it at this I’m alr3ady time. Would love to win this lovely green monster ☺
    I already am a aubscriber to your YouTube and I recieve your e-mail and have your groovy cookbook too. I can’t tell you how many time i have refereed to one or the other of your wonderful recipes. Thank you.

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    Alyce Poalillo says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:58 am

    I love the feeling of light, new life and rebirth I see around me on the farm. Baby animals and young green plants raise my spirit after a long dark winter.

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    DeeDee says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:58 am

    Watching the spring flowers emerging is probably my favorite part of spring. I get so excited to see the new buds popping out!!

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    Mary says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:58 am

    Best part of spring? My biking group gets going again when the ice has melted & the temps are reasonable.

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    James says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:59 am

    It’s a new awakening, a new beginning.

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    Georgia VanZutphen says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:59 am

    Buying my first PANSIES for the front porch…YAY!

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    Roxann Jensen says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:59 am

    COLOR! The winter here is always so bleak…gray, white, dirty brown… The thing I long most for in the spring is color! I have early blooming crocus, miniature iris, regular crocus, and primrose that have already come into bloom. And the forsythia has just come in to bloom. LOVE IT!

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    Jeanne Wing says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:59 am

    I love the smell. I know that sounds strange but I live in Maine and we have a long winter. When I’m walking in the woods and the ground is beginning to thaw, the smell is wonderful!!

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    Anne Paulson says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:59 am

    Spring equals new life, a new beginning, both for the natural world and the humans who live in it, a reawakening of excitement, hope, and anticipation!

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    Lois Herrick says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:00 am

    The best thing about spring for me is the first days of real warmth when we can have our afternoon tea and muffins outside, soaking up the sun and watching the iris and lilies bravely peaking through along the side of the house. A little later there will be another favorite….looking at the iris blooming, hanging pots of petunia, planting seeds……..

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    Carole Bryan says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:00 am

    Opening windows and letting fresh air in!

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    Susy says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:00 am

    What is not to love, the snow is gone, the days are warmer, the birds are singing, and we are able to enjoy a nice Rose on the patio with our neighbors! Happy Anniversary!

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    Leslie says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:00 am

    I love the budding of the trees and then daily watching them unfold to their various beauty.

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    Robin Van Auken says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:01 am

    I live near a state forest so I love to watch the new parents bring their babes out of the woods to visit the river, including fawns, black bear cubs, Fox kits, rabbits, turkeys, and even squirrels. I know it is spring when the hummingbirds return.

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    Cheryle says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:01 am

    The multitude of flowers that bloom & help me forget the winter!

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    Karen Fremerman says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:02 am

    I love the longer days and I need a green mixer!

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    Sue says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:02 am

    When the rhubarb pops up & I can make that first rhubarb pie & rhubarb jam! I make lots of jam that gets passed out during the year as a small gift & also at Christmas. Happy blog anniversary to you Kevin!

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    Pamela McRae says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:02 am

    I tell my therapist that if she wants to know my mood, all she has to do is look out the window. Spring lifts my spirits like nothing else. The fact that it is short-lived only makes it more precious. As Robert Frost put it: “Nature’s first green is gold/ Her hardest hue to hold.” But I think T.S. Eliot perhaps captured it best: “April is the cruellest month/Mixing memory and desire.” Spring is now, when past and future mingle in renewed hope.

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    Gale Reilly says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:03 am

    All the green!

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    Arvella says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:03 am

    Right now all I can think of is losing all our snow to warmer temps, but really I love so much more, budding trees, green grass, flowers blooming. Can’t wait for all that.
    Would love the beautiful spring green KA mixer.

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    Terri says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:04 am

    The best part of Spring is seeing the flowers popping up through the ground and the buds on the trees. It is the awaking of a new season.

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    Elizabeth says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:04 am

    My favorite part of spring is the first bike ride of the season. As soon as I hop on my bike and start to pedal through the crisp fresh air I know another winter is behind me.

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    Michelle says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:04 am

    Sunshine, warm weather and being able to get outside

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    Janice Degraw says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:04 am

    Lying in bed, listening to the birds chirping their Spring songs!

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    Lou says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:05 am

    Love those fresh smells in the air from the budding trees, grasses, and our wet garden soil.

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    marcy stollon says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:05 am

    That I get to work in my garden and watch the spring flowers start to bloom.

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    Cindy Marino says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:06 am

    I live the forsythia tulips and daffodils, the smell of fresh cut lawn, all the exercise after be in all winter!!

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    Christine says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:07 am

    I love to get out and work in my gardens, and wait for the little hummingbirds to arrive!

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    Brittney aranda says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:07 am

    I love watching the earth wake up, turning from brown to green! The days becoming warmer with the promise of summer! The promise of a bountiful garden!
    Congrats on 10 years of blogging. I have learned so much from you over the years!

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    Arlene says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:07 am

    Spring means renewal and the start of beautiful things to come! Favorite time
    Of the year for me.

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    Sara says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:07 am

    I went to sleep last night with windows open and listened to the thunderstorm. I woke up to birds chirping (and probably feasting!). I love new life, new beginnings, and my birthday!

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    Tonya says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:07 am

    Green grass, budding trees and pretty flowers.

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    Vickie Halteman says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:07 am

    FLOWERS!!! And I love to see all the new buds and plants emerging. Spring also reminds me of the new world to come promised in the Bible.

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    Jan says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:08 am

    I love the new awakening of the earth. I love to watch the changes everyday.

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    Gary says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:08 am

    Time to work and play in the garden, at last.

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    Shelly Carn says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:08 am

    Spring=all things new and the arrival of the foals, ending months, sometimes years, of anticipation and planning:-)

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    Kate Loving says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:08 am

    The tiny shoots of my flowers coming up from the soil- SO full of vibrancy, the changing sunlight that heralds the joy of my garden, and the clear brilliantly fresh air!

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    JoAnn Macri says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:08 am

    Those new little worms at the bottom of my compost pile

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    Mary says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:08 am

    Starting my seeds inside, can’t wait to get my hands in the dirt, Not having to wear a coat !!!!!

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    Dana Freeman says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:09 am

    Planting my garden and watching it grow.

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    Brenda S. Huff says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:09 am

    I love the promises of new beginnings: Birds, flowers, warmth!

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    Satu says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:09 am

    Light is the most important ”thing” since I live in northern Europe.

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    Katherine Demes says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:09 am

    I love the change in temperature from deep freeze to warm.

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    Patty M says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:09 am

    Ah Spring! My favorite season! The promise of new beginnings. The greening of my backyard. The “shower” of cherry tree petals. Mr (or Mrs) groundhog peeking out from underneath my shed. Dreaming of what new vegetable or flower to grow this year. I am ready!!

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    JoAnn Catsos says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:09 am

    Lovely green everywhere!

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    Mary Lou says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:10 am

    My garden fresh asparagus!

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    Deborah Tobias says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:10 am

    Outdoor activities. Walking, flea markets, picnics, or just sitting on my front porch swing with a fresh brewed glass of iced tea (or dirty martini) with my dog…and BBQ’s, of course. Bird watching, star gazing, and listening to and watching Mother Nature’s seasonal unfoldings day by day.

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    Annette says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:10 am

    What I love most about Spring is the first blooms peaking out!

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    Julie says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:11 am

    I love seeing the first crocus and being able to get outside to work in the garden.

    CONGRATULATIONS on your anniversary.

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    Dan Soliz says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:11 am

    The color display of beauty that our Creator gives us to enjoy and partake.

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    Brian T says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:12 am

    The rebirth of so much of the earths beauty is why I love spring. All the blooming flowers and warmer temperatures brings so much happiness to life.

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    Susie says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:13 am

    I love how the everything wakes up in the gardens and the woods.

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    Rosemary Simpson says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:13 am

    I love the sounds of the birds, the return of green grass, tree leaves and flowers and seeing and freling more of a warmer sun. And, I especially love how people ar brighter, friendlier and more cheerful.

    Happy Spring !

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    Kim Russell says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:13 am

    The excitement of the garden again and long walks and all the birds coming back. Yes!!

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    Gabriella says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:13 am

    I love the flowers and the growth and the feeling of rebirth, but my favorite might be the sounds of the spring peeper frogs singing at night. Magical.

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    Joe B. says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:14 am

    The landscape coming back to life!

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    Kristin Breinholt says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:15 am

    I love all of the new life! Everything coming back from the brink. It’s such a beautiful time of year!

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    Gabriella V. says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:16 am

    I love the flowers and the growth and the feeling of rebirth, but my favorite might be the sounds of the spring peeper frogs singing at night. Magical.

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    Brian from Cleveland says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:16 am

    I know this might sound a bit tacky but I love to fill my front porch urns with hundreds of fake forsythia branches in all their yellow glory. After a gray and dismal winter, the yellow pops and the branches look real enough and last for many seasons stored in the garage. I also but forsythia wreaths on all the doors to match the urns. It looks fantastic and definitely says Spring has arrived!

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    JoAnne Walker says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:16 am

    My favorite 2 things about Spring:
    1. Lilacs
    2. Being able to sit on the back porch for breakfast and watching the birds at the feeders.

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    Gabriella V. says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:16 am

    Spring peepers and daffodils!

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    Beth folkomer says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:17 am

    I love that spring is not winter and not summer. I also like the energy that seems to come along with the warm spring breezes.

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    Heather Coleman says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:18 am

    The daffodils!! I love watching all the different varieties pop color in my yard! There simply will never be enough daffodils.

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    Jane Elston Rivers says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:18 am

    Feeling the warm sun on my face as I walk my puppies, particularly after the tecent olar vortex.

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    Jean says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:19 am

    The freshness. The birds singing. Love it all

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    Hope says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:20 am

    Renewal, Rebirth, Refresh. Starting all over.

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    bette says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:20 am

    What isn’t there to love! Also, enjoy reading all the comments above.

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    Sue says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:21 am

    I be the outdoors, and am limited in my time there in winter. Looking forward to lazy days on the deck, taking hikes, gardening, swimming in a lake, and camping!

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    shirley welch says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:22 am

    Return of the birds and listening to them sing, truly a choir for the soul. Budding trees and the absolute beauty they bring every year ~ flowers, flowers and more flowers.

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    Michael Murphy says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:22 am

    Planting the spring tomato garden.

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    Margie says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:23 am

    Spring means not having to wear heavy winter clothing, and getting outdoors to smell the soil as we prepare the garden for planting. I love the spring blossoms and the tulips. Everything!

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    Eileen says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:23 am

    Peepers, songbirds, longer days and sprouting plants!

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    Sheri says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:24 am

    New Life. Getting to see the crocus and daffodils just blooming. The Lambs my neighbor has and the calves darting the hillside.

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    Marianna says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:24 am

    Longer daylight and making maple syrup!

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    Pam Helsley says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:24 am

    The beginning of flower and vegetable gardening, the warmth and the beginning of the fishing seasin.

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    Ngoc Nguyen says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:24 am

    My favorite thing about spring is having the windows open and getting rid of that dry winter air!

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    Gen says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:24 am

    PRIMAVERA!!!

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    Kathleen Zanotti says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:24 am

    The cycle has started one more time and after this winter, I am so ready for it!

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    Bob says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:25 am

    I love the way the Spring air smells.

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    Sandy says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:25 am

    I love the newness of everything in the Spring! The air is fresh, the colors are beautiful, and the emerging trees, flowers and even the grass make me smile!

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    Lyn says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:25 am

    I love spring flowers…..a sign of renewal…..

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    Carolyn Reder says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:25 am

    Anticipation of, the greening of our surroundings. Anticipation of balmy mornings and evenings.
    Warm breezes instead of chilly wind.

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    Sandy Douglass Abalos says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:25 am

    I love watching everything “spring” into life: the trees, flowers, baby birds & butterflies!

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    Marcia Chambers says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:26 am

    The warm weather and all the greenhouses open.

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    Nancy Rusinak says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:26 am

    I love seeing the first snow drops gracing my flower beds. Congratulations, Kevin! Living the dream?

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    Donna Korkus says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:27 am

    Enjoy your website. Look forward to your recipes, and decorating.
    Happy Spring from the ADK

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    Lin Willett says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:27 am

    Thank you as always, green becomes you.

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    Laura Stone says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:28 am

    The first glimpse of a hummingbird.

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    LynnMarie Mayfield Schwann says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:30 am

    Absolutely love the smell of spring- the earth – the spring flowers and the singing birds! Gets me excited to start playing in the dirt!

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    Kate Monte says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:31 am

    Spring means renewal to me. It means Easter, linger days, and crocus flowers. It means summer will be here soon- yay! It means shedding ourselves of our winter gloom, coats, (and weight??!?). It means dog walks get actually enjoyable. It means pot holes! But it also means asparagus. Who can’t be down with that?

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    Chris MacDonald says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:32 am

    The return of flowers, flowers, flowers in my garden!

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    Joann Goodwin says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:33 am

    I love the smells and sounds of spring…turning the soil in the garden, listening to the first birds singing in the trees. Best of all,to step out on the deck in the middle of the night and it is warm out!

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    Kathy from Cold Climate Gardening says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:33 am

    What do I NOT love about spring? Seriously! No longer needing to wear long underwear in the house or have a second blanket on the bed. Snowdrops, winter aconites, reticulated irises, crocuses, squills, glory-of-the-snow, striped squills, daffodils, February daphne, forsythia . . . That shimmery green veil on the hill that is the tree leaves just breaking bud. The fragrance of soil thawing and everything coming alive. Sunshine! Which seems to be completely absent from an upstate NY winter. Birds singing. Peepers peeping. I’ll quit before I get going on woodland spring ephemerals.

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    Dusty Haller says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:34 am

    The quality of the light and the softness of spring breezes.

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    Maria Mullins says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:35 am

    The smell of the earth with plants emerging!

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    Sherri Gallant says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:36 am

    Ah Spring! The smell of its sweet, cool air, longer days, and the comfort of warm sun on my face … but MOSTEST of all … very soon I’ll be getting my mitts into the soil to do some planting!

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    Maggie Oliver says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:36 am

    I love seeing the progressive growth and blooming of everything coming back from winter! I try to take a long walk around my neighborhood every day, which makes it easy to appreciate the early blossoms of cherry trees and tulip magnolias, overlapping with the slightly later blooms of daffodils, then azalea bushes, and eventually irises start blooming, etc. Makes everything feel fresh and new!

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    Lindsey M says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:36 am

    Longer days, warmer temps and looking at seed catalogs!

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    Carol says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:36 am

    Happy Blogaversary !
    Still deep under snow here, dreaming of Spring 🙂

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    Lisa Trowbridge says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:37 am

    Everything❤️planting our garden. Flowers blooming. Sitting out and watching my bird feeders in the mornings. Favorite time year. Loved finding your Website a couple years ago it has inspired us to do more. Congratulations!

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    Lynn Barna says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:38 am

    After dealing with less than ideal weather here in Upper Michigan for 6+ months,its great to see the world return to life!

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    Patrice says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:39 am

    Flowers coming to life once again.

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    Ruth melvin says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:39 am

    When spring arrives and I don’t have to worry about how many layers to wear outside to keep warm or whether it’s icy underfoot and I better watch my step, but instead can walk out the door and down the street, there is always an exhilierating feeling of freedom. I love that.

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    Sherry Sturgill says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:39 am

    Spring is a season of renewal and brings a fresh outlook each year.

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    Irene Wilkinson says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:39 am

    Mother nature is waking up after a long winter’s sleep. All the plants, trees, birds and animals seem to be producing the next generation for our enjoyment.

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    Terri says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:40 am

    The sound of the birds..seeing my first robin and the longer daylight.

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    David says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:41 am

    Spring is a time of renewal and great anticipation. Leave the cold and snow behind and look forward to the warm weather! It seems silly but I get excited to plan the purchase of flowers and new plantings around the yard.

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    Helen says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:41 am

    I love that sense you feel that the ground is waking up and soon you can garden.

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    Linda says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:41 am

    So very tired of snow and winter in general. Spring is the awakening with daffodils and tulips emerging. Even the birds sing much louder!

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    Regina Metz says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:42 am

    …..feeling the warm sun on my face

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    Vickie says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:42 am

    Howdy….no more snow, just happy days with the promise of summer….who could want more?? HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, Kevin!!!!…

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    Karen D says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:42 am

    Finally being able to get back in the garden is the best!

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    Paula Dansereau says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:42 am

    The return of the songbirds. Especially the red wing blackbirds.

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    Arlene Williams says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:43 am

    Mother Nature wakes up from a long winters nap. I love the pansies, lilly’s And daffodils greeting me. Welcome beloved Spring.

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    bambi_beth says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:44 am

    I love the snowdrops breaking free, and peeping in my winter sowing to see what’s sprouting!

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    Kathie Tinucci says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:44 am

    Spring to me brings the reawakening of my senses, of new life!

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    Sharron McAvoy says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:45 am

    I love the new revitalization.

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    Ellen Purtill-Legare says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:46 am

    I love walking around finding the surprise of flowering bulbs popping through the snow that is left. I love the green leaves returning to the trees. The birds singing. Sunshine!

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    Mary Anne Cella says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:47 am

    Can’t wait to work in my garden–trimmed some rose bushes yesterday.

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    Peter says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:47 am

    Warm weather and new growth in the garden

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    Monica says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:47 am

    The pop of color from the cherry blossoms, daffodils and crocus.

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    LilyGrace says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:47 am

    The fragrance – the stunning colors that will suddenly and without prompting appear — the idea of the world reoccurring – over and over.

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    Roe says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:48 am

    I love the warmer weather and the beautiful blooms on flowers and trees. Spring also means time to work out in the yard. Love your blog, Kevin!

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    Linda King Pruitt says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:50 am

    Does anything say spring better than the sweet smell of freesias? Every spring I’m surprised by all the bulbs, forgotten through the winter, bursting into bloom!

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    Diane Child says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:51 am

    Flowers, flowers and more flowers

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    Deonna Rae Bishopp says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:51 am

    Spring in the North is exciting because you start to see the plants coming back to life, the trees waking up, birds flocking back and that feel Spring Cleaning brings! Windows open again, cookouts, green replacing the brown and a fresh start!

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    gloria miller says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:51 am

    Best Spring Comment by the Beatles-
    “Sun,Sun,Sun-Here it Comes!”

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    S Kenny says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:52 am

    NCAA tournament, start of baseball season, and more grass for the compost pile.

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    A Hopkins says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:52 am

    Loving spring in the South! Except the pollen!

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    Pam says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:52 am

    HaPpY AnNiVeRsArY !!!
    Time does fly when you’re having fun! Springtime here in east Texas means new calves, hay meadows greening and growing to be cut and rolled into round bales, Canada geese setting nests near our lake, bluebirds building their nests in the bird boxes and thunderstorms! Thank you for all your lovely recipes and “how to dos” over the years!!

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    Jane says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:53 am

    The sun pouring into our home and the sounds of the returning birds!

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    Edna Vaines says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:53 am

    Oh the blossoms of spring – the perfume the colours the way the streets light up when cloaked in pink! I love watching each little grape hyacinth, crocus and ranunculi emerge from the ground.
    Happy Spring!

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    Loretta says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:54 am

    I love many things about spring. But you asked what do I love best. I love best seeing my spring blooming plants come up through the winter mulch. I love the renewal that is spring. That’s the best thing about spring to me.

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    Kerry O’Connell says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:54 am

    I love the seedlings for the garden and putting them out in the cold frame for the first time. Love!

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    Molly Wickwire says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:54 am

    can’t wait to see the Helebore bloom

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    Karen says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:55 am

    Spring means flowers start blooming and it’s time to start the summer garden!

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    Renee Coursey says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:56 am

    What do I love about Spring? Let me count the things: Green, pink, yellow, orange, blue, purple.
    The flowers popping their heads out to see if it is safe to venture into the sunlight. The Sun
    has a different look in spring. The birds are happy and chirping. The spring rain that dances
    on the earth. The buds on the lilac bush. Daffodils, tulips, crocus. So many things.

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    Ann Lyons says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:56 am

    I love seeing everything wake up as the ground starts to warm giving a feeling of hope for life once again!

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    Susan says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:56 am

    Spring……even the name makes you want to jump. The garden becomes a fresh canvas ready to be dressed in your favorite colors and sprayed with your favorite scents. The waiting game for that first bite of garden grown tomatoes. The anticipation of the transformation. Ahhh……

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    Paula Mann says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:57 am

    I love the smell of the soil warming.

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    TriciaLee says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:57 am

    Life springs forward again! The sun is warm and happy and Mother Earth is busy decorating the landscape.

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    Cindy says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:58 am

    Besides the 20th being my son’s birthday, I love all the spring flowers peeking out of the ground.

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    Ava Lansbery says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:58 am

    I love the Spring bulbs that tell me that ugly Winter is OVER!!!

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    Elaine C Clark says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:58 am

    I love getting out in the garden, opening the pond up again, seeing the butterflies arriving, flowers opening up and the baby birds…

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    Eileen Hatch says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:58 am

    I love when the sounds of nature return, especially spring peepers and the birds. Thanks for 10 years of ideas and inspiration.

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    Julie says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:00 am

    Daffodils! Now that I live in Florida, every day is like spring! Green grass, flowers, birds chirping.
    Thank you, and Happy 10th Anniversary.

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    Carol says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:01 am

    I now live in Sweden. Loooong winters, short spring, and short summer. But those loooong midsummer nights!! Spring explodes when it finally arrives – the entire country is wearing flowers in its hair.

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    Mary O'Shea says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:01 am

    I love the light! And the birds..and the sound of running water down the mountainside… (but NOT the bugs!)

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    Cynthia Hill says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:02 am

    [email protected]

    My all time Spring favorites, a large warm rock on which to picnic, the smell of warming soil, strawberries and a new lover!

    Cynthia Hill – i don’t own a mixer and green is spring!

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    Geraldine MacLellan says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:03 am

    My favorite parts of spring are more daylight hours and seeing all the fruits of my labor popping up from the ground after a long winters reat.

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    LD says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:03 am

    The promise of warm weather!!! Not a fan of winter.

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    Tina DuBosque says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:03 am

    Warming soil, and peepers!

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    Valerie says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:05 am

    The snow is melting, green shoots are emerging and all the birds are back. Love spring.

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    sheila says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:06 am

    I love spring bulbs and the ephemerals growing in the woods in my neighborhood. And the extra sunlight.

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    Edie says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:06 am

    The screened porch and its view of “all things Spring” becomes our living room.

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    Linda says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:06 am

    Green emerging as the dominate color signifying new beginnings followed by other colors.

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    Sally says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:07 am

    Finally days spent in the garden working. All my favorite plants emerging and saying hello.

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    Barbara Vaeth says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:07 am

    I love being out in my garden, getting the dirt in my fingernails 🙂

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    Karole Sullivan says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:07 am

    Freshness after the dead of winter. Congrats on 1 years.

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    Miller Hawkins says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:07 am

    Veggie garden right around the corner!

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    Jean says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:09 am

    Planting up all my pots.

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    Brenda says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:09 am

    I love coming home from teaching school and being able to sit on my porch until the sun goes down.

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    Johnny says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:10 am

    The snow is finally melting and the hiking trails will be open soon.

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    Marie S. Harubin says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:10 am

    The smell of the earth waking up again and the beginning of a new planting season (yesterday I was outside trimming back my grape vines – SE Michigan). The opportunity to dig in the earth again and give thanks. The chance to open all the windows and let fresh air and birds’ singing into the house.

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    PK says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:10 am

    I still have two feet of snow trying to fade away, but… the crocus are starting to pop up next to the house. Those purple and yellow spots of flower always bring a smile to my face and I know that Spring is going to be here soon!

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    Linda says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:11 am

    All things asparagus, spring fruits and vegetables, my garden, not having to turn on the lights at 4 p.m., the birds waking me up in the morning and seeing the small children come out of hibernation to come out to play. Everything!

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    Liz says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:12 am

    I love the spring flowers, their bright colors, and their fresh smells. I enjoy seeing my chives growing! I love hearing the songs of Spring Peepers!
    Congratulations Kevin! I have really enjoyed your recipes.

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    Shauna Ham says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:12 am

    I love the birds chirping!

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    Valerie Fields says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:14 am

    Your recipes are always a favorite …

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    Cathy says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:15 am

    Hope “Springs” Eternal!!!

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    Sandi Leonard says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:17 am

    Sitting on my deck overlooking my pond. Watching the waterfall and feeding my fish while drinking my coffee.

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    Sarah S. says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:19 am

    Come mid-March, I start patrolling my gardens to see what might be popping up out of the frozen ground. Spring is my favorite season! Every day brings something new. I can’t wait for daffodils, violets, and columbines to bloom.

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    Sue guinn says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:19 am

    I love the smell of spring! The fresh smell is so invigorating, I begin washing windows and curtains to let in all the sunshine.

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    Lynette Walters says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:19 am

    I love waking up to the birds singing and being able to get out and work in the garden.

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    Bev says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:19 am

    The smell of fresh cut grass!

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    Giuditta Reppi says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:20 am

    Kevin, the spring birdsongs absolutely fill me with joy — it’s my favorite part of spring!

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    Kirstie says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:20 am

    Happy Blogiversary!
    I do love seeing the honeybees emerge from their hives as that means the flowers are not far behind!

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    Christina Giordano says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:20 am

    The smell, taste, and feel of the warmer air.

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    Amy Davis says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:20 am

    I love the daffodils

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    John says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:22 am

    I love not having to bundle up with hat, scarf, gloves. I also love when the streets and sidewalks are clear of ice, and I don’t have to worry about falling and breaking something.

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    Doreen says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:22 am

    Spring awakens the world around us and helps me be mindful of all the natural beauty we have here in the Hudson Valley!

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    Marjorie Wynne says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:22 am

    I love all the new flowers budding and all the color.

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    pamela j says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:23 am

    I love seeing what pops up in the yard.

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    S says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:23 am

    Winter aconite- I hope. Just planted them last fall.

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    Jo Stires says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:24 am

    Flowers, Flowers, Flowers!

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    Pat Miller says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:25 am

    I love to wake up in the morning and hearing the Robin’s singing their beautiful song!! I love to see all the flowers popping out of the grown. The trees starting to bud out the Lilac when they start to bloom!! They smell heavenly!! Getting rid of all the nasty snow and the lawn coming to life!! Spring is a beautiful time of the year!!

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    Alan D. says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:26 am

    Mowing the grass. Gives me time to think and relax.

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    Julie S says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:27 am

    I love the warm of spring sunshine and the tips of the tulips breaking through the ground.

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    Christina says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:27 am

    I love the warmth and longer days.

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    Ellen Kaiser says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:27 am

    Absolutely love being able to open windows everywhere in the house – and opening the car windows, too!

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    Laura says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:29 am

    The gogeous raspberry shhots of my 100 year old peonies which were a gift from a friend. My garden is their fourth home. A miracle to behold.

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    Deb says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:29 am

    I love hearing all of the birds and seeing the earth come alive with color!

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    Janet says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:29 am

    My favorite in Springtime is when I can smell the sap flowing in the trees. I know new life is beginning and soon blossoms and leaves will appear out of the drab blacks and browns of the earth.

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    Katie Zack says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:29 am

    Daffodils and baby lambs! These are some of the things that mean spring to me!

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    Carly says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:29 am

    Budding and blooming!

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    Mary Ann Kirchoff says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:31 am

    Longer, warm days, fat cats lounging on the patio and all the flowers.

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    Mary Ann Leonard says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:31 am

    Spring is Nature’s way of giving us yet another chance to start anew. I love the damp smell of the earth, the direction of the sun, the new growth pushing up through the soil.

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    Judy says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:31 am

    I love everything about spring. The new green growths, new baby birds happily tweeting, the soft sounds of the ocean when the tide comes in. Spring showers producing more lovely flowers, and ohh the Wild California Poppies, our hills are just covered this spring.

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    Eileen says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:32 am

    I know we entered spring when the birds are back! They wake up everything with their beautiful songs…. you can just hear the snow melt!
    Happy anniversary to you!!

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    Star Metternich says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:32 am

    I love how spring makes me feel alive and refreshed!

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    Bet says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:32 am

    The colors of spring and the smell of spring rain. Some how, after a rainy winter in the Pacific Northwest, the spring rain smells different- a welcomed freshness.

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    Lisa says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:33 am

    Why, the opening of my winter sowm milk jugs, of course! Spring is formally gadening season!

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    Diane says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:33 am

    I love eating breakfast outside on the deck and watching the birds at the bird baths. We see different kinds of birds pass through North Texas on the way north.
    I watch every day for more leaves on the dwarf maple trees. It takes a long while for them to open after they finally appear but it’s happening now.
    My daffodils are still blooming and now I have red azaleas.
    Spring– it’s all good!
    Happy Anniversary Kevin.

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    Michael Goins says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:33 am

    It means, to us, that more people will visit our retirement bed & breakfast (a small venture) where they can get away from the stress of everyday life, enjoy our beautiful views, and experience our artisan breakfasts.

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    cathy sullens says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:35 am

    i love spring because everything is brand new…smile

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    sherry says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:35 am

    Spring is a sign of Faith! I plant my babies in Fall, say prayers that my family stays healthy, and I suffer the dark ess of winter, waiting for the light of spring.

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    Nancy W says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:35 am

    I love being able to get back in the garden!

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    Tana says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:36 am

    I love the birds coming back and hearing their songs and the early spring flowers peeking thru the snow giving us color and cheer!

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    Cynthia Lewis says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:36 am

    Daffodils, tulips and tiny green buds – it just makes me smile!

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    Connie Moreno says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:37 am

    WOW, it’s really green.

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    Carolyn says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:38 am

    It has to be being able to work in the garden, and the flowers.

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    Rose says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:38 am

    I love the return of all the Perrenials. All the colors! I also love seeing the hummingbirds and butterflies flitting around madly from bloom to bloom.

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    Ekaine Wilmes-Pandolfo says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:39 am

    I love feeling the sun get stronger every day and when the light veil of greenness starts down and moves upwards through the woods.

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    roseann siegel says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:39 am

    I love watching the trees turn green and love the return of the robins. Love watching the bulbs popping up and turning into beautiful tulips and daffodils.

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    Hanna says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:39 am

    Daffodils are up but why can’t they stay till June. They add so much color.

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    Elizabeth Preszcator says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:40 am

    I love when the songbirds return!

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    Ray Stokes says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:41 am

    The warming weather which brings with so much beauty that it is breath taking!

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    Andi says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:42 am

    I love seeing the results of my hard work in the garden.

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    Kate L says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:43 am

    I love how in spring, all things seem possible.

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    Rose says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:43 am

    I love the return of all the Perrenials. All the colors. I also love seeing the birds and butterflies flitting madly from bloom to bloom.

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    Grandma Bev says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:44 am

    New greens sprouting and longer days are the best in the SPRING!

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    Katie says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:45 am

    I love all of my garden time when it comes to the season of spring. I love the prepping, the new seed catalogs.I love fingers in the dirt , sunshine and fresh air. I love watching the new growth; the sense of renewal and hope.

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    Hilary says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:46 am

    The tiniest bulbs come first, they are so wonderful!

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    Georgetta Garcia says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:46 am

    The beautiful colors of the first blooming trees and the sound of the birds that have come back.

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    Kellie says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:46 am

    Spring is like another chance.

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    Jane Law says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:47 am

    All the wonderful flowers and plants emerging from the earth! Such a wonderful display inGeorgia.

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    Laurie S. says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:47 am

    Oh,I absolutely love love love the newness of all things spring. Watching everything “come alive”, it is my favorite season!
    Congratulations on 10 years! Keep it coming.

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    Lori Larrechea says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:48 am

    New life everywhere – flowers, tree leaves, baby animals!

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    Judith Kosik says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:49 am

    Tulips!

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    Joan Dreyer says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:50 am

    Oh lovely spring
    bring us robins, wrens and sparrows
    To sing in our new season.
    Bring us cleansing rains
    To wash drab winter snow and
    Fill our lakes and streams afresh.
    Bring hatchlings of little fishes,
    Baby turtles, loons, and waterfowl
    To fill our lives with nature’s grace.

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    Louise A Brouillette says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:50 am

    Spring means gardening, and since I discovered your blog years ago, I’ve learned so much!

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    Laura says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:51 am

    I love the birdsong…catches me by surprise every single year. The day I hear a particular bird’s trilling (and I can’t figure out what kind of bird it is!), I know spring is coming. That bird returns before the daffodils start poking through, and truly is the harbinger of spring, for me.

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    Patricia Small says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:51 am

    I love being able to go outside and enjoy the warmth, flowering trees and bulbs.

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    Mary S. says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:52 am

    I love the watching the buds on the flowers start to bloom and the hummingbirds and bees.

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    Lisa says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:52 am

    My cherry tree’s buds begin to swell, crocus and daffodils begin their appearance and Easter preparation for church and family festivities begin!

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    Mary Wulff says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:53 am

    The smell, the sounds, the green

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    Debby West says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:54 am

    Buzzy bee’s, twittering birds, blueberry bell-shaped blossoms, cotton candy colored azalea blooms, the warm scent of soil, & watching our dauschund happily running circles in the garden. These are a few of my favorite spring things!

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    Marilyn says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:54 am

    My spring favorite is getting out in the garden after the snow has melted.

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    Betty S says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:56 am

    The freshness of the color green bursting out everywhere and rainbows after the spring storms!

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    Nancy says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:56 am

    That Spring smell as you step outside to see all those little shoots breaking through the dirt!

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    J Petranovich says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:57 am

    Watching the daffodils bloom.

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    Eve says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:58 am

    I love about SEvepring that it is one of the four Seasons — I love them all.

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    Tracy F says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:58 am

    I love spring but not in Florida. The pollen has been in full bloom here since January and that’s about when spring starts. My garden has lots of fruits and vegetables that I will be harvesting soon. But I truely love all the butterflies that have arrived in my butterfly garden.

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    Maria Gaboury says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:59 am

    O.K. I admit it with pride. I can hardly wait to hang out wash. Sheets, bedspreads you name it. And as I do my eyes carry me to my flower beds and fruit trees….hello flowering buds…do your magic on me.

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    Charloattention De Boer says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:59 am

    What I love most about spring is the renewal of life; the budding of trees, the blooming flowers, the singing of birds, the freshness of the air after the melting snow and the knowledge that soon I will have dirt under my fingernails.

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    Heather G says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:59 am

    Without a doubt the warmer weather! Thanks!

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    Pat Farrell says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:00 am

    A spiritual revival on earth! An awakening of life!

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    Evelyn Harder says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:00 am

    the 50 degree weather!

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    DeAnn says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:00 am

    I love everything about Spring. Sunshine, greens, blossoms, the smell after a fresh rain, but most of all gardening and canning season has arrived.

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    Ming Wong says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:02 am

    It is the beginning of the growing season. Looking forward to flowers and vegetable s in the garden.

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    AllisonK says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:03 am

    I can’t wait to be rid of all this snow and have spring flowers blooming…I’m very anxious to start digging in my garden!

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    Carolyn says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:03 am

    Living on a dirt road in central Vermont, I look forward to seeing the snow melt and the road dry up! (We had 10 more inches in the last 2 days…) In the meantime, it is license to anticipate the garden.

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    Jerre says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:04 am

    I anticipate gardening and all of the wonderful veggies for meals. Congrats on your 10 year anniversary, Kevin. I look forward to your blogs every Sunday.

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    Carol says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:04 am

    Don’t think of quitting and retiring.. Spring is arriving here in N.E. Kansas and everything is turning green again.. A beautiful time of year..

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    DEATRA H. EDMONDSON says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:04 am

    Going from a gray winter into a colorful spring. Flowers and trees blooming, grass greening, birds singing. Everything feels new again!

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    Abby says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:05 am

    Daffodils!!!!!!!!

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    Joan S says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:05 am

    What I love most about Spring – let me count some of the ways:
    The promise of rebirth fulfilled,
    Easter blessings and joys,
    Making it to and through another birthday
    Affordable asparagus and other early year to market produce,
    The anticipation of summer and a garden grown tomato,
    Turning off the furnace!
    Another chance at winning a great stand mixer.

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    Kattrinka says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:08 am

    Spring cleaning!

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    George C. says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:09 am

    My garden coming to life again. The birds chirping.

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    Penny says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:09 am

    I love the re-birth! The green and sometimes pink cast on the trees before they bud and bloom, the changing color of the grass, and the early spring bulb leaves popping thru the ground.

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    Jennifer says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:09 am

    I love the longer days – I get so tired of the darkness!

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    Kathy O'Connor says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:09 am

    I love the expectations Spring brings, to see the flowers and vegetables pop up, never knowing the joy they bring to me. Such a feeling of contentment.

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    Tresia says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:12 am

    I love the beginning of spring because everything on the farm starts to turn green. The hills are beautiful.

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    Chris says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:15 am

    I thing that SPRING, more than any other season, is a season of hope. No matter how bleak, how boring, how unfulfilling life may be, spring , with its warming temps, budding trees, blooming daffodils, greening grass, and birds song returning, holds out the promise for a better life.

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    Luanne says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:16 am

    Spring is the gift from mother nature as she slowly unwraps it.

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    Collie Bonin says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:18 am

    Spring, St. Patrick’s Day mixer!
    Thank you Kevin.

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    Cheryll says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:18 am

    I love this time of year because every day I walk around my gardens seeing tiny green growths peaking up at me. It is so much fun to brush leaves aside and see the signs of Sping. I just come alive with joy knowing we are turning the corner here in the Midwest. Plus warm sun!

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    Marlene Tillery says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:18 am

    The smells of spring and the reawakening of all that has been dormant over the winter. Can’t wait to smell fresh cut green grass!

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    Pam R says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:20 am

    Love gardening!!

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    Lorraine E says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:20 am

    Birds, flowers, and your blog.

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    carol williams says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:22 am

    I love the daffodils in spring!

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    Linda says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:23 am

    Moving back from Az to Utah

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    suzanne says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:24 am

    It’s SPRING! Whats not to love.

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    elana says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:24 am

    I love the deep blue green color of the lake with higher sun shinning!

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    Jane says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:24 am

    Love the blue of the sky and the green of the trees!

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    Honor says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:24 am

    It’s hard to pinpoint what I most love about the return of spring. I love seeing all of the spring flowering bulbs emerge. I love the return of the robins-on St. Patrick’s Day this year! I love the longer days, sunshine and warmer (but not hot) weather. I love the “spring” in the steps of my two older dogs-and they love lying outside in the sunshine, sniffing the breeze.

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    marago konieczny says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:25 am

    I Love the new green grows beginning, birds arriving.
    Flowers blooming, being outside again. it is just everything.
    Happy Anniversary, Kevin for the great 10th Year!

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    Jeffrey Glover says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:27 am

    Greening up is favorite thing about spring. Wife’s a Girl Scout and my favorite color is green. So, mixer would be perfect!

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    Kathy says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:28 am

    Daffodils are the scent of spring!! You can never have enough daffodils!!

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    phyllis says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:28 am

    Happy anniversary, Kevin!
    I like everything about Spring especially the new growth in our gardens.

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    Diana says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:29 am

    Green is my favorite colour & it pops up everywhere!

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    Debi Y says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:29 am

    Spring into life, put a spring in your step, get the springs ready for porch swing sitting, spring into action, flowers/colors spring up all around us, spring open the windows of the house and spring open the door to our hearts. Too cheesy? Nah…I’m springy not cheesy.

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    Esperanza says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:29 am

    What do I like most about Spring?
    The beautiful Colors that fill the lands and my home! Nature waking up and coming out with new hope and excitement. I even love Spring cleaning!!
    I start my Sundays with your blog, please don’t stop!!

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    Chris Ellingson says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:29 am

    I love seeing new growth in my yard; trees and bushes budding out again!!

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    Susan says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:29 am

    I adore sitting on my balcony after work and listening to the new birds migrating back to their Spring/Summer homes. And scones, I love scones with tea on my balcony. 🙂

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    Mary says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:30 am

    Opening the windows and hummingbirds!

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    Diana says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:30 am

    I like the sound of birds singing on their return north.

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    Eve Robinson says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:30 am

    Spring represents the awakening of our mother earth from her cold hibernation. I so enjoy watching it all come to pass. Flowers begin to bloom, trees dress themselves in lovely green leaves and birds are raising their new families.

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    Suzanne K says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:30 am

    I love the flowers blooming and all the new green growth!

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    Elizabeth says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:32 am

    Hi Kevin,
    Happy spring & Happy blog Anniversary! I love spring as the weather gradually warms & the birds, especially robins, announce that spring has arrived. Also the the greening of the earth & watching for the first flowers to poke through the ground. Everything looks so new & fresh, a new beginning.

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    Judy H says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:32 am

    My 14 yr old pooch gets a bounce in his step!

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    Judy Wilcox says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:32 am

    The first flowers, opening the doors and windows, the first robin, watching the tree leaf buds swell with the promise of new life

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    Ellen Collins says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:32 am

    I love hearing the birds chirping their Good Morning chorus each day. Along with that, the fresh blooms everywhere just make me smile.

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    Michelle Collins says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:33 am

    What I love about spring: The fresh colors of spring, Hearing the birds sing and the peepers peep, the little rubbarb shoots peeking through the mulch and how happy everyone is as I go about my daily activity. Ah warmth!!
    -Michelle.

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    Joyce E Bradley says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:34 am

    Even though it is still is cold and damp, the birds are singing…..they KNOW that it is Spring!!

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    Karen Hadden says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:36 am

    Best part of the change from winter to the season of increased light and birdsong is lining up all the vegetable seed packets with the hope, anticipation and excitement that this year’s will be the best garden yet!

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    Sue Fleck says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:39 am

    The warm weather and Weeping Cherry trees.

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    Susan says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:39 am

    Congrats on your blogversary! Spring is extra special this year, because our resident mallard hen & our ‘not to be outdone’ wood duck hen have both started setting their eggs on the 1st day of spring! We’ll have ducklings in about a month. Yay!

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    Rebecca Childs says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:40 am

    Dirty nails and muddy shoes – it means I’m doing what I love most in the world.

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    kerry says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:40 am

    Anticipation! Which plants have survived the Paradise Camp Fire that destroyed our home? So far the bulbs, the peonies and roses are all coming up!

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    barbara says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:41 am

    I love spotting my first robin hopping across the lawn. I usually see one around my daughters birthday, March 15. And thank you for your most generous giveaway.

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    Rosemary O'Koren says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:43 am

    I love seeing the flowers come up. I can’t wait to see what has survived the winter.

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    Sandy Martinez says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:44 am

    Hi Kev!
    Thank you for the mixer! It’s beautiful and has so much potential for good!

    Spring…you know that song Fever by Peggy Lee?…Well, it’s about Spring, Right?!

    Feverish Hugs & Kisses, Sandy

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    Emily Philp says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:44 am

    The gorgeous flowers while they last, all too briefly.

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    Patricia Nadreau says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:44 am

    I love that nature is renewed for another year. I hope we have many more but with our environmental problems that might not happen. I appreciate and enjoy every wonderful spring day we still have.

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    Mari says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:47 am

    Isn’t it wonderful that spring follows winter. It wouldn’t be appreciated nearly as much if it followed summer or fall! Winter is so drab, cold and dreary. Then comes spring with pops of color, fragrant flowers, warm days and new green in our yards and on the trees! What a delightful change!

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    joyce says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:47 am

    What do I love about spring? NO MORE WINTER!

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    Dianna Louise Chambers says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:48 am

    I love the warm weather, the flowers, and every thing is fresh and beautiful!

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    Debbie says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:48 am

    A blessing to start new in all things…,

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    Alli Farkas says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:48 am

    Spring is a annual sign that maybe, just maybe, winter in the Midwest is starting to be over. Of course, there is no actual Spring. Here in the heartland we just jump right from Winter to Summer.

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    Maureen says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:49 am

    I love watching the Witch Hazel bloom – that pop of color against the snow – it is my first sign that Spring is on her way!

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    Amy V says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:50 am

    I love seeing all the wildflowers and watching for the first butterflies to make an appearance.

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    Debbie Collins says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:50 am

    It seems like spring will never get here in the upper Midwest, but as the crocuses and tulips finally poke through the ground, you know it’s just around the corner. Then I look out and see newly born lambs and know that spring really here and all things will soon be new again…for me spring lambs are more a herald of spring than even the long-awaited return of the robins!

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    Aurelia says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:50 am

    New life abounds, spring rejuvenates my soul.

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    Bonnie says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:50 am

    I love all the new growth, flowers, veggies and something new popping everyday!

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    Jackie Marks says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:51 am

    Daily pop-ups in the garden promising a constantly changing parade of color, texture, fragrance. Birds in joyous song announcing our season of rest is over. The celebration of renewal. Thank you for sharing your passions. Recently I was reminded to dig out my hyacinth vases. A rebirth of a lost tradition at the Sidewalk House. Happy to know you are continuing your blog!

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    Susan Price says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:52 am

    Just moved to the Willamette valley in Oregon, and I love that there are daffodils everywhere!

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    Jenny says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:52 am

    I love the better temperatures, jogging outside, taking my daughter to the park and all the birds singing.

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    Patricia Allman says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:52 am

    All of the spring bulbs and blooms.

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    Cynde Robbins says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:52 am

    Peepers, yellow daffodils, purple crocus and everything green

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    Kathy says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:54 am

    Spring is my favorite season. Everything is fresh and new. The smell in the air, the flowers on the trees, falling and blowing in the wind, tiny lowers peeking through the soil, the warmth of the sun on my face. Aw, the loveliness of it makes me joyfull.

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    Janet says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:54 am

    Here in northern Michigan, spring means you’ve survived a long snowy winter and are rewarded by the flowering bulbs and beautiful bird songs that are so spirit-lifting! You really appreciate the metaphorical “rebirth” of the earth.

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    Jon says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:54 am

    I love riding in my convertible and enjoying the breeze!

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    Cindy says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:56 am

    absolutely everything … even the mud…

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    Jon says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:56 am

    I love riding in my convertible and enjoying the breeze! Also knowing that winter is over!

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    Andrea Schmidt says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:56 am

    I love that spring means new beginnings. More wildlife comes out, flowers start to bloom, grass is greener. Everything comes alive again after a few months of sleep.

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    Julia Pierson says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:56 am

    It’s absolutely the sound of the birds and the blooming trees.

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    Druh Kolyr says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:57 am

    Oh, the tingly rich smell coming from the earth when the sun hits it. The early bulbs pushing valiantly up through the softening ground. The magical hazy quality of the swelling tree buds. No turning back, now!

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    Mary says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:57 am

    I love watching everything come alive!

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    Renee L says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:57 am

    I love seeing emergence. Bulbs planted last year coming up – especially something I never worked with before. What a thrill. It never ceases to amaze me.

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    Marina says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:58 am

    I love spring here in North Carolina. Hundreds of hues of green, smell of wet soil, paper-whites, daffodils, hyacinths, coming of hummingbirds, cherry blossoms, waiting for my perennials to wake up and start growing, spring rain, buds on my hydrangeas, Easter egg hunts with kids, Easter feast and so much more. Love your blog.

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    Sonja Jones says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:58 am

    I love the longer days of spring. The green grass. The spring showers. I’m especially loving this spring because we bought a house recently (after 4 years of renting) and I now have a garden started!!

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    Maluli says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:00 pm

    Spring to me is the rebirth of our gardens!

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    Susan Law says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:00 pm

    Forsythia blooming, and crocuses popping out of the snow

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    Claire says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:01 pm

    I love spring because I can start bringing my winter neglected garden back to life.

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    Sandy J. says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:02 pm

    I love watching the bulbs bring color to my wee part of the earth!

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    Ana says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:05 pm

    Spring to me is a season of beginnings when the birds sing their songs, flowers bloom, trees sway, rainstorms pour, sun shines, clouds paint the sky, and love warms the heart! Thank you for blessing us with your gift of beautiful posts. I enjoy them tremendously and look forward to it every month!

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    Darla Metro says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:05 pm

    Flowers! Flowers! Flowers! I can’t wait.

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    Mary Rincavage says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:06 pm

    Beautiful flowers, planting seeds, cleaning the garden, mulching, planning new gardens and tending to the old…and sunshine…beautiful, warm sunshine…and oh, the birds!…saw my first robin today

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    Terry L Stites says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:06 pm

    Spring green mixers, and getting my front yard veg garden ready for planting.

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    Priscilla Rose Cuddy says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:08 pm

    It is all about birth.

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    Candace Geary says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:08 pm

    Congratulations Kevin! I’m just happy that I stumbled upon you. You have been responsible for many wonderful things in my kitchen ❤️

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    Annie B says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:10 pm

    Flowers and spring bird songs.

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    Theresa Ryan says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:10 pm

    Happy Anniversary and thank you for all of your past, present and future blogs!

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    Jackson says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:10 pm

    I love hearing the weeds SING as the sunshine pulls them up towards the sky!

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    Carol says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:12 pm

    The green and the lengthening days.
    Congratulations on the anniversary!

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    Janel says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:14 pm

    I think Spring is a reminder of HOPE and of the fact that life is continually regenerating and expanding. I’m so happy to hear that you’re not really hanging up your hat, Kevin!

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    Candace F says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:14 pm

    It’s another new beginning. My roses and honeysuckles are waking from their winter naps.

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    Karen says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:14 pm

    The thing I like most about the season of spring is the sun on my face and my hands in the soil! Love.

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    Barbara says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:14 pm

    Hi Kevin,

    I believe you got the dates wrong: March 25 is Monday not Tuesday, I know that, because Monday is my Birthday.

    I cannot think spring, we still have 1 foot of snow, terrible. Enjoy spring, I will later.

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    Peggy Wallace says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:16 pm

    I love the colors, the warmth and the hope represented by Spring

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    Cecilia Wanchic says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:18 pm

    The smell.

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    Betty says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:19 pm

    I love getting my hands in the dirt, feeling the sun on my face, and the smell of fresh mown grass.

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    Mary Lou Guarnera says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:20 pm

    I love that orgasmic moment when the leaves burst open, after teasing us with the first hint of green that grows brighter each day.

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    Suzanne says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:21 pm

    I most enjoy watching the tulips and daffodils bloom.

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    Terri Akin says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:22 pm

    In Southern California I love the hillsides carpeted in orange poppies and purple lupine in spring, especially after rains like we had this year.

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    Betty says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:23 pm

    I love the greening and the blooming, my favorite season.

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    Lois Flynn says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:23 pm

    Spring flower, green grass and listening to the birds sing.

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    Michael Frees says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:25 pm

    Great Nature’s yet again gift of a clean slate.

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    Susan says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:27 pm

    Okay, Kevin, put my name into the hat, pul-eese. I’d love that mixer.

    I am SO GLAD you are not quitting blogging. Honestly, when I first read that you were throwing in the towel, I said outloud, “OH, NOOOOOO.” Then I read that it was a joke. That you were not really quitting. Thank heavens. I look SO FORWARD to your videos and recipes and stories about your sweet old house and Mr. Fox.

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    Anne U. says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:27 pm

    Winter has had its due and now the warming air of March beckons with the pleasures of the new season: thaws, the first bulbs breaking ground, the peepers songs, and for me, a sense that goodwill and welcoming are arriving.

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    Martha Helin says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:28 pm

    I love longer days!

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    Bev says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:29 pm

    I love everything spring is… fresh clean air, birds chirping, flowers blooming, grass turning green, new life!!!

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    Dena says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:30 pm

    Longer daylight, more energy to get projects done, vegetable seed starting…sunnier outlook

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    Danella on the Canadian west coast says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:32 pm

    I love the chance to do a spring clean up outside and in and the fresh start it brings. Can’t wait to see the irises and peonies start growing!

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    Carmen says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:34 pm

    I love the freshness and flowers!!!

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    Murphy says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:35 pm

    Congratulations on your 10th anniversary! Thanks for all you do!

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    Kathy says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:36 pm

    I love busting out of the house as I’ve been cooped up since Oct!!! Planting and e joying birds, greenery and blue warm sky!

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    carol says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:37 pm

    My favorite part of spring – the tender green appearing on the trees foreshadowing all of the radiant colors to come.

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    Margaret says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:37 pm

    I love working in my garden, sitting on the back porch soaking up the sun (after months of western Washington rain) with a crisp white wine and playing tennis outside!

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    Bobbi says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:38 pm

    I love the signs of new life, clean fresh air and not much humidity.
    Congrats on the blog-aversary!

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    Darlene says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:40 pm

    The birds and all of their singing! I also love watching the birds at my feeders that are stopping along the way as they head even further North.

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    Carol Schaudt says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:40 pm

    The diversity of greens, of newly emerging tree leaves.

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    Julie K says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:40 pm

    After being cooped up for the winter, it’s wonderful to look out and see bulbs coming up where you forgot planting them in the fall!
    It’s also wonderful to prepare the birdhouses and then observe a happy feather friend taking up residence . Longer sunny days, observing which plants are coming to life..so many things I cannot pick one…it’s like choosing one child over another!

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    Cecile Sheppard says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:40 pm

    Hi Kevin!
    I have an April birthday. That’s why I love the spring of the year!!!
    Happy Anniversary to you!

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    Craig says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:41 pm

    “What do you love most about the season of spring?”
    >>>> Ramps, field garlic, and the new growth of asparagus and rhubarb!

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    Debby S. says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:41 pm

    Being able to get out and hike again. Oh yeah, and playing in dirt–garden time!

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    Lynn Rector says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:42 pm

    The riot of color.

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    Nancy says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:42 pm

    Since moving to Texas from the northeast (not very far from where you are), the signs of spring are less dramatic. But, the one sign of spring both places share is the beautiful shade of light green on all the new growth. I love seeing that every year!

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    Lucinda S Reams says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:43 pm

    What I love most about the season of spring is life’s renewal. Everything is busting out green! I also love the fact that I can hear the birds signing. TWEET TWEET… and not on twitter. LOL

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    Louise says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:46 pm

    It means winter is over!

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    Jacqueline Guest says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:46 pm

    What I love about spring is the feeling that a new chapter in the Book of My Life is about to start and I can hardly wait to read it.

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    Linda Becker says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:46 pm

    I live in the desert so Spring is a most amazing time of year. While the color of the desert typically ranges from dusty greens to browns and tans, when Spring arrives, the flowers that bloom on the cactus are some of the most spectacular colors you will ever see: vibrant yellow, fuchsia, purple, pink, orange. It’s amazing to drive through the desert in the Spring and see the transformation from what seems to be dead/dying foliage, to Nature’s beautiful garden that never disappoints. I encourage you to visit the desert in mid-March; it’s so beautiful!!!

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    Joan says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:46 pm

    My daffodils coming up, the warm smell in the air and more daylight.

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    Gail says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:46 pm

    My seeds are ordered and my ground is still frozen. Waiting for spring in Alaska.

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    Kate says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:47 pm

    I love seeing the hint of green below the brown lawn, the geese flying north, the kestrels and bluebirds returning to the nesting boxes scattered around the property, the garlic pushing through its blanket of straw, and the first asparagus heads protruding from the soil. For starters.
    Here’s hoping for another 10 years. Thank you for everything!

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    Shirley Goff says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:49 pm

    I love it when all my fruit trees are in blossom.

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    LAVON EBLEN says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:50 pm

    Seeing the first new green/yellow spikes of daffodils pushing up through the soil.

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    Catherine Davis says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:50 pm

    Spring air, buttercups, homemade sugar cookies!

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    Jennifer Voss says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:53 pm

    I love watching my garden come back to life. And not having to always wear socks or slippers around the house.

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    Crystal Meehan says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:53 pm

    I love the birds chirping!

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    Lauren Culp says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:53 pm

    Visiting the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival.

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    Nancy Giges says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:59 pm

    I love spring because it feels like I’m offered a whole new beginning.

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    Linda says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:59 pm

    Love the birds chirping and all the signs of new life. Thanks for your blog and happy anniversary!

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    Judy Bennett says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:00 pm

    With the newness and fresh re-start of everything green that comes in Spring, it reminds me that we can apply that to our life as well; newness and re-start opportunities.

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    Janet in California says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:00 pm

    That it is time to put in my dahlia garden!

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    Jan Jacklin says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:01 pm

    I love gardening and the crisp fresh air … oh, yes and sitting on the porch enjoying the spring flowers…

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    Judy Budd says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:05 pm

    Getting to dig in the dirt – really being “grounded!”

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    Marymargaret says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:07 pm

    Opening windows, putting coats away, sitting outside more. Fishing, camping and cooking on an open fire.

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    Stephanie says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:08 pm

    Congratulations on 10 years of blogging! I have learned so much about gardening (that I wouldn’t have been able to learn elsewhere) and cooking/baking from you. THANK YOU! I love spring because I love being able to spend more time outside and I love hearing the songbirds return from migration.

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    Terri Michels says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:09 pm

    Waking up to the sound of chirping birds and snow melting dripping off the roof.

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    Ann Knott says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:10 pm

    I love getting seeds started in spring. I love the sound of spring peepers, and the greening of everything.

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    Stephanie Rogers says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:12 pm

    I love the return of a brighter warmer sun and how the light outside changes. That’s my favorite part!

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    Elaine Michaels says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:13 pm

    Spring is my very favorite time of the year. It feels like a re-birth to me – tree buds coming out, plants popping up, baby animals being born, warmth in the air. Did you ever witness the birth of a newborn calf? Wonderful in every way!

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    Paula Englert says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:16 pm

    I love reading your blog. I can always find great ideas and inspiration. I love Spring because I love watching growth, in plants, animals and people. Happy anniversary!

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    Barbara Barefield says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:18 pm

    More sunshine, warmth, and vivid colors, as trees, plants and flowers revive. I love shedding layers of winter attire and the feeling of elation walking with my giant St Bernard in the Springtime.

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    Sandra Johnston says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:20 pm

    Daily walks around the gardens to see what is popping up.

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    Pat Burns says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:20 pm

    Opening all the windows and doors and listening to those little birdies chirping!

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    GrammaTerry says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:22 pm

    A time for new beginnings.

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    Kathleen says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:23 pm

    Watching and waiting for the spring flowers to make their appearance!

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    Kalanani Gallas says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:26 pm

    We are still under two feet of snow here in Vermont, so that green mixer is the color I need to put hope in my heart. BTW, still loving your cookbook. We used three recipes out of it last night for a late St. Patricks Day dinner.

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    MaryAnn in Maryland says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:26 pm

    I just love the new beginning of nature around me!!

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    Sonja Brow says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:27 pm

    The season of spring is not something we see for very long in Wyoming, so I enjoy it while I am able. The smells of the fresh, moist earth, the air when it rains (or a warm snowfall), the shoots of green poking up through the ground, starting my own plants indoors and anticipating getting my hands in the ground when the frost has passed…All of it! The first bike ride of the year, walks outdoors, even the mud is a joyous occasion, because it means new growth and renewal! As an aside, the color of this mixer is just gorgeous. My favorite kitchen tool and my favorite color all wrapped up in one.

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    LAURA ALBRECHT says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:28 pm

    Spring has always been my favorite time of year because of the freshness of the air, the start of a new garden, the new farm animals that take their first breaths on this earth and the promise of a new beginning with the trees and grasses and flower gardens opening their leaves to the warmth and light.

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    Mina Kerr says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:29 pm

    I love hearing the Canadian geese flying north – high overhead.

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    Leslie Doak says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:30 pm

    I feel a buzz of renewal all around me.

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    Rita says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:31 pm

    Love watching for the perenials to come back!

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    Gloria Rothstein says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:31 pm

    Warmer weather and flowers blooming.

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    Nancy says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:32 pm

    Spring! The birds singing and new growth everywhere outside. Love opening up the windows again and hanging out the clothes. There’s so much about Spring to love! And I really like that pretty green mixer!
    Thanks for the giveaway!

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    Debbie Long says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:35 pm

    What’s not to love – the flowers, warmer weather, new sprouts, longer days, and my birthday is in the Spring. A big hello from Jamaica (couldn’t wait to feel some warmer weather)!

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    joan Bull says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:36 pm

    Love seeing the Robins again.

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    mau in norcal says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:38 pm

    I love the black bellies on the -wait for it-black bellied plovers and the cormorants trailing seaweed and small sticks back to their growing nests.

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    Wyn says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:39 pm

    As age marches on, the delights of Spring bring so many reasons to get out more and enjoy each day to its fullest.

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    Lynn MacKay says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:44 pm

    I love hearing all the birds singing, watching for my daffodils and tulips to peek up through the soil and the longer days of sunshine! If the snow would ever stop (in Colorado) I’d be able to start seeing these things 🙂

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    Elaine Kilmer says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:46 pm

    When the orange blossoms fill the air with their divine fragrance!

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    Lucy says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:46 pm

    Time to start the garden.

    And, on a different note, Kevin, thank you for all you do. I tried your naan recently and it was fantastic. A couple of weeks later, we walked up to the local and wonderful Indian place to bring home dinner. My husband said, this naan isn’t as good as yours. And he was right. Thank you much –

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    jackie serba says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:47 pm

    I love the fresh smell in the air and being able to garden again..It also helps to shed the winter weight while doing what I love…lol

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    Lauryn MacGregor says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:51 pm

    I love how all the birds are up and singing early in the morning. Helps me get out of bed too.

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    Gerri Ellsworth says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:54 pm

    Love getting outside in the fresh air & working on my garden again! Keep up the great blog, Kevin!

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    Cissy says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:55 pm

    Being in south Florida, I LOVE Spring because it means that the snowbirds are all on their way back up to you guys in the north! I love the flowers blooming, pretty blue skies and comfortable temperature before the heat of summer starts…usually in a few weeks!

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    Diann MacRae says

    March 24, 2019 at 1:56 pm

    Spring migrants returning to my yard.

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    Marlyn says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:02 pm

    Seeing my Snowdrops bloom and my early daffodils, then later watching all my perennials wake up and start sending up new growth.

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    Susan Petit says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:03 pm

    I love waking up the soil

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    Jo Carlson says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:03 pm

    In Alaska, I marvel at the changing of the cold white blanket over the landscape to the new freshly greener, ferned version. Happy 10th! Thanks for all you do!

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    Kathleen Passie says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:05 pm

    After MONTHS of snow, gray days, cold, finally warm breezes, green grass, and pussy willows, forsythia, and crocus. Rebirth! A new beginning!

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    brenda english says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:05 pm

    I love the still cool nights and the sunny days . I love getting into the dirt in the gardens.

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    Mary Beth Hunt says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:08 pm

    I love the “Waking Up”…..including me! Less hibernating

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    Bev Smucker says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:10 pm

    Lilacs, rhubarb, Singing birds and sowing the garden.

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    Emma Patricia Limber says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:11 pm

    What do you love most about the season of spring? The renewed hope that warmer weather is near. Welcome spring. Happy 10th Blogiversary!

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    Beth Moore says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:11 pm

    I love seeing the garlic and the chives popping up in my garden. I start clipping chives as soon as I can for something fresh out of the garden.

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    Pat d says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:13 pm

    Being able to open the doors and windows and letting the fresh it in ….

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    Janet E says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:14 pm

    Seeing the my plum and apple tree blooming and the all the daffodils showing their beautiful yellow flowers.

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    Linda says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:15 pm

    The little bird who returns every year to my ornamental tree outside my bedroom window. Her happy song makes me happy. This year, she is singing loudly, as if to say, “I’m back! Wake up!”

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    Karyn Clark says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:17 pm

    I love seeing all the different shades of green, as the earth comes to life again. Redbud blooms and white dogwood just paint such a fresh beautiful picture.

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    Cathy H says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:18 pm

    I love the feeling of renewal in the spring!

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    Rose says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:18 pm

    Sunshine after a long gray winter.

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    Josie Henry says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:19 pm

    The smell of the soil warming, the Easter Basket colors of the flowers and trees and the JOY of renewing Life!

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    Julieanna says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:21 pm

    The smell of spring in the air is wonderful. Spring flowers are my favorite!

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    Diane Kratz says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:24 pm

    I look forward to digging in the dirt. Planning a larger herb garden this year!

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    Mary Ann says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:28 pm

    So much to love about the Spring season—the greening up of everything outdoors, the rebirth of Nature which is so refreshing and energizing, and the realization that we’re alive to enjoy and share with friends and loved ones that the slumber of Winter is over and we’re on to this very invigorating next stage in our lives.

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    anita says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:30 pm

    Plants and flowers coming back. Local garden centre outlet re-opening for Spring.

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    Loanne says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:30 pm

    Love the look and feel of your blogs, and the words are simply icing on the cake. Green is gorgeous!

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    Susan Mead says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:32 pm

    I love the season of renewal and all the flowers blooming and bees buzzing (even though the pollen sometimes kicks up my allergies!) I love being able to open the house and get fresh air thru the screen door and I even sorta like Spring Cleaning and purging things no longer used! It makes me feel good to donate a big box to the thrift store or a friend whose daughter needs stuff for her new apt. And, OMG! I love, love, LOVE the green mixer! Green is my favorite color and I try to win everytime you do it!

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    Cheryl Hodges says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:38 pm

    Thanks Kevin.

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    Lainey says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:39 pm

    The smell of the earth as everything breaks ground.
    And the longer days.

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    Kay says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:45 pm

    The first Spring flowers, especially the daffodils.

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    bett says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:49 pm

    salady seeds & peas are in, leeks & garlic came thru the winter, herbs are up, bulbs are blossoming, helebores are gorgeous & the lovely red noses of the peonies are poking up…spring is here & I am soooo glad.
    I appreciate receiving every newsletter of yours thank you.

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    Diane says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:51 pm

    After a frigid, snowy, icy winter in upstate New York I’ll be glad to get outside! As usual I have tons of plans to spruce up the yard. Hope “springs” eternal!

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    Newton Chapin says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:52 pm

    What I love about Spring……..is when all the pollen is gone !!!!!⚘☘

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    Patty says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:53 pm

    My favorit beginning of spring is the return of the Robin Red Breast. I live in Michigan so the return of the Robin is a sure sign Spring has sprung!

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    Mary Jouver says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:54 pm

    Love all the new “life”….trees, flowers, birds, sunny days!

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    Patricia Cremens says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:57 pm

    Spring is my favorite season. Everything is new again!

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    wilinda matheis says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:57 pm

    hearing the spring peepers in our pond makes me know that spring is here and we can open the windows soon for some fresh air after the long winter all closed up.

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    Barbara says

    March 24, 2019 at 2:58 pm

    The birds singing in the morning 🙂

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    Paula Y says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:05 pm

    Spring is my favorite time of the year – everything is growing again, being renewed and green and fresh and I get to spend more time comfortably [hopefully] outside and also in my garden!

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    Yva Hasselblad says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:05 pm

    “When April comes with his sweet, fragrant showers, which pierce the dry ground of March, and bathe every root of every plant in sweet liquid, then people desire to go on pilgrimages.” Canterbury Tales (Prologue) – and I desire to walk in the woods!

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    Ellie says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:05 pm

    I love the fresh smell of the air, the flowers popping out of the ground, the greening of the grass, and the frogs calling in the pond.

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    Janelle says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:07 pm

    The flowers start blooming!

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    Jeanne says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:07 pm

    New beginnings!!

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    Betsy says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:08 pm

    That special shade of green as the trees bud out.

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    Robert Kenny says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:11 pm

    FLOWERS !!!!

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    MARY PAULSEN says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:11 pm

    My favorite thing is seeing the plants waking up again & knowing that my flowerbeds will soon be full of beauty again. What a wonderous blessing!

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    catherine says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:14 pm

    I gain peace and “water my roots” when I can get my hands in outside dirt planting flowers and vegetables in my gardens.

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    Krysia Mnick says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:14 pm

    The sun, the smell, the cracking through of everything new, and the roaring of the river that runs in the glen behind my house. Spring!

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    Susanne Galligan says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:20 pm

    The knowledge that warmth is coming is my first love of spring!

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    Peg says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:21 pm

    Just love seeing so many things coming to life again.

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    Corinne says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:28 pm

    That gentle sunshine inviting me back outside.

    What a lovely Spring color for the mixer, how fun!

    Congrats on the anniversary and thanks for the chance at a gift.

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    Karen Smolarek says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:30 pm

    I love the green grass, the flowers, and the longer days!

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    Barbara Burton says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:30 pm

    SPRING—No more snow—maybe!!!!

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    Karen says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:31 pm

    I cherish the scents heralding spring – early bulbs, edgeworthia, daphne – in the garden, birds twittering as they search for mates and nest materials,…and tiny new asparagus in the market.

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    Vicki says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:34 pm

    Looking forward to planting a new garden of flowers and plants…how great is that!

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    Janet Drost says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:36 pm

    When I thought I could not bear climbing a ladder one more time to clear ice dams or adjust the downspouts yet again– as if by magic, Spring and all that goes with it has arrived.

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    Mary Ondrejka says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:38 pm

    I can open my windows and all the beautiful flowers blooming.

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    Jeanne Collins says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:42 pm

    I just moved to Phoenix Arizona and I’m loving attending baseball spring training games! The players are so relaxed and having fun. It’s just a party for everyone!

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    Joyce says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:48 pm

    The return of the robins and the daffodils pushing up from the cold ground.

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    Kay says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:48 pm

    I love the flowering trees and the birds singing before dawn.

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    Sandra says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:48 pm

    Planning the garden and then getting to plant it!

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    Irene Walker says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:49 pm

    Sunshine and fresh air!
    Open the windows

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    Susan says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:52 pm

    Every day a new surprise in the garden. First the nodding yellow heads of daffodils, the muted tones of the hellebore, the pinks and white of the saucer magnolias. Now brilliantly colored tulips and the white iris. Roses and clematis sending out their buds. The most magical signs of spring are the birds, from the bright red scarlet of the cardinals, which seems more intense as well as the brilliant blue on the bluebirds, a tone down blue on the jays as well as the robins proudly flaunting their red breasts. New scents in the air as well as the bird calls, I love spring.

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    JMT Moore says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:56 pm

    Everything is new, fresh and so exciting.

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    Heidi Y says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:57 pm

    I love all the bright colors! After a long winter in Maine, it’s wonderful to see how beautiful the flowers are and how green the grass is. Everything is so alive

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    Jeannie says

    March 24, 2019 at 3:57 pm

    I love everything coming back to life after the long winter’s rest. Flowers and new leaves are beautiful.

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    Candy Weixel says

    March 24, 2019 at 4:00 pm

    Winters are long and hard in Fargo, ND. I love Spring because I can finally get out the hose and wash all the dirt away. Looking forward to plants showing their first flower.

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    Chris says

    March 24, 2019 at 4:02 pm

    Bird song.

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    Shelley says

    March 24, 2019 at 4:08 pm

    The greening of the Bluegrass! Can’t beat Spring in Kentucky!

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    Tara Yarczower-Farrell says

    March 24, 2019 at 4:12 pm

    I love how things start waking up and sprouting from the ground from last season! I see the daffodils have already started making their way out of the ground. I’m looking forward to seeing those cheerful yellow flowers!

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    Flora J Newton says

    March 24, 2019 at 4:12 pm

    Spring to me, is new beginnings in the gardens and in my life.

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    lynn says

    March 24, 2019 at 4:13 pm

    I love that everything is new again, the buds then leaves that magically appear, the birdsongs returning and the fresh air. Happy 10th

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    Dawn says

    March 24, 2019 at 4:16 pm

    Love the beautiful cool days in Florida :o)

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    Corrie says

    March 24, 2019 at 4:21 pm

    Tiny fern fronds, just emerging. So delicate, and yet soon they will be the strong, almost indestructible workhouses of my garden. I love the dichotomy!

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    Lynn says

    March 24, 2019 at 4:21 pm

    I love spring so I can get outside and garden. All winter (upstate NY so long time) I stare at my yard and imagine and plan what I am going to do (plant, thin, move, etc) once spring comes! and its finally here! YAY!

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    Javier J Echavarri says

    March 24, 2019 at 4:21 pm

    I am not actually a big fan of spring lol – but I do love propagating seeds.

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    KM says

    March 24, 2019 at 4:26 pm

    Thank you Kevin for another great giveaway! We’re lucky enough to have fireflies in this part of Florida and they always arrive just before or right at the beginning of spring.

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    Caroline says

    March 24, 2019 at 4:27 pm

    That shift ….yesterday I worked in the garden with gloves, sweater and scarf mumbling against the eternal coldness. Break time. Lean on the wall and close my eyes toward the sun. In the puffs of wind there came a calm and another wind, suddenly warm. So warm and gentle. Ah, at last. The very first breath of spring coming thru my garden. We all smiled.

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    mlaiuppa says

    March 24, 2019 at 4:27 pm

    I love seeing all of the new growth and flowers blooming but most of all the smell of new grass. I also love to see my new puppy roll around in all of the new greenery and snack on sweet grass.

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    Denise says

    March 24, 2019 at 4:28 pm

    Baby Chicks!!

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    Rhonda Campbell says

    March 24, 2019 at 4:34 pm

    I love the first color appearing on the brown landscape.

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    Bernadette says

    March 24, 2019 at 4:37 pm

    A new beinging, long sunny days. Just being able to be outside & fresh spring air!

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    Michelle says

    March 24, 2019 at 4:39 pm

    My daffodils! They are already in bloom and we are just in the 1st week of spring! Enjoy spring while we have it

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    SUSAN says

    March 24, 2019 at 4:45 pm

    I love new growth, spring showers, buds popping out everywhere , birdies chirping and longer days ahead❤️❤️

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    Connie says

    March 24, 2019 at 4:49 pm

    After reading your first statement, I double checked that it wasn’t April Fool’s!
    Best about Spring? Lots of family birthdays!

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    Samantha Gray says

    March 24, 2019 at 4:52 pm

    The best part of spring is seeing the old pussy willow trees on the road to the beach put out catkins on their twigs and turn silver. I also love the first crocus and hellebore blossoms, and the return of bright green parsely leaves in the lower garden.

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    Carol Samsel says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:00 pm

    Listening to the “Peepers” sing and knowing that the growing season has begun! C

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    Teri says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:01 pm

    the abolishment of the snow and gray cover over everything

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    Teresa M Edington says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:01 pm

    Flowers!!! I LOVE flowers. Where I live the winters hold the dreaded inversions and it is soooo cold. So when my daffies start peaking through… I know there are warmer days and LOTS of flowers headed my way!!

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    Mary Katherine Hook says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:02 pm

    I love Spring because life comes back with a rush of color. The garden comes alive and my grandsons start playing in the yard with such joy. We live in Texas and the beautiful weather of Spring is the best time to be outdoors.

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    Kristine M Fox says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:04 pm

    I love to watch the slow unfurling of leaves. I love the call of the red-winged blackbird.

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    jill chrestman says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:05 pm

    Blooming trees and flowers–airing out the house–birds calling–love it!

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    Jill Moore says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:05 pm

    I love walking the yard, checking all the beds and finding something new sprouting, emerging, budding, every day!

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    Peggy Szafranski says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:07 pm

    Getting into my garden.

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    Leslie Dawson says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:08 pm

    I live in Florida now and spring is a little bit different than it was up North but I love the very first beautiful spring tree to blossom in that is the tabula!

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    Alana says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:13 pm

    Daffodils perking out, peach tree blossoms, azaleas in pink and white granduer, are all the signs of the joy to be outside soaking up the sun and play time with family and friends. I ❤️ Spring!

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    Amy Olmsted says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:16 pm

    Prowling through the gardens checking in on what has newly sprouted, checking the seed pots for those first little sprouts of something I have never tried growing before. It’s all so exciting and it never gets old.

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    Janet Carter says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:17 pm

    I love the 50 bazillion shades of green that emerge only for a few weeks each spring…what a treat each year!

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    Barbara Jones says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:17 pm

    spring means to me an end of winter and green things emerge and gives
    my soul reason for Joy!

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    Cindy S. says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:20 pm

    I love the earthy smell in the air after a spring rain, the plants peeking out of the soil, the buds opening, and the warmth of the sun. Spring refreshes my soul.

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    Allen A Witkowski says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:21 pm

    No more plowing the driveway!

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    Mike Martin says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:22 pm

    The early morning cool temps, fresh air and quiet sound of nature.

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    Alexandria Constantinova says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:22 pm

    What do I love most about the spring?
    Sandals!

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    Linda says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:23 pm

    me, I just love that I don’t have to shovel any more snow!!

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    Susan G. says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:23 pm

    I love the smell of fresh cut grass, and seeing the dragonflies dancing in my yard.

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    Carmen Garceau says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:24 pm

    Spring to me, is seeing the buds on the trees and the first sightings of perennials starting to emerge. Also, so excited to check on my seeds in my milk jugs from winter sowing.

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    Rachel Cash says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:24 pm

    Freshly mowed green onions popping up in the yard, the heavenly scent of the sweet shrub blossoms, the beautiful wisteria vines flowering, and tilling the ground to start a garden, cool nights and warm days.

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    Debra says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:26 pm

    Spring makes me all tingly. I’m ready to start planting. I’m cleaning my beds and containers. Collecting my seed packets and have ordered my plants. I can’t wait!!

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    Jorge says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:27 pm

    Digging in the soil, pruning and getting seeds started for the garden. Watching bulbs of garlic, daffodils, crocus and tulips break ground to announce that winter’s time is coming to a close.

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    Marilyn says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:30 pm

    The gardens waking up from a long winters nap.

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    Joyce says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:42 pm

    Everything becomes GREEN. And my countertops are a pale green that would compliment that mixer!

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    Linda Naiss says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:44 pm

    Enjoying the rejuvenating of our gardens and perennial blooms, then planting the annuals to create lasting beauty for this season….changes yearly and sooo rewarding!

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    Toni W. says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:46 pm

    For me spring is like a new fresh start on life. It’s a joyous time to be outdoors watch the earth come back to life. It gives me hope that this year will be that year to have that perfect garden… Perfect flower beds. It’s a time to just enjoy what mother nature gives us. Perfect or not.

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    Gerry Fortain says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:52 pm

    I love the smell of the earth.

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    Katina Varmazis says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:52 pm

    Persephone reappears, in the form of a daffodil.

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    Molly says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:53 pm

    Happy blogiversary! Looking forward to lots more good food, gardening and fun!
    Spring peepers!

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    rosemary Patterson says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:53 pm

    the first spring day when i step outside and the miracle of budding trees seems to have taken place, almost overnight. it always takes my breathe away. makes me hopeful and in awe of our world.

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    Christa Fraser says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:54 pm

    I love watching my yard come to life with baby birds! Every year I have cardinal, robin and sparrow nests in my trees. I especially love the baby robins, there is something comical in the way they hop around the yard. And then there is the symphony of sound from their songs.

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    Carol Wilkins says

    March 24, 2019 at 5:59 pm

    Hope springs eternal. Spring each year is a new beginning and for gardeners another time of great opportunity to meet new and see old friends. Every year when my mothers iris and lilies emerge it is like she is smiling down at me as I carry on her love of them.

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    Linda Valant says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:00 pm

    My favorite part of Spring is planting seeds! It’s my favorite cure for the endless Pennsylvania winter blues. It starts with scouring seed catalogs & plant books, and planning my vegetable and flower gardens. This ritual fills me with such hope and anticipation of the lovely weather that’s on its way, but still to early to pull out the sandals!

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    Donita Romero says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:01 pm

    I love how nature wakes up, from the birds, trees, flowers to daylight savings bringing us longer days to enjoy it all. Long walks with the dogs and bright cheery clothing. Too hard to pick one thing!

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    Avis Sorensen says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:01 pm

    The snow is gone! Yeah!

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    Debra says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:01 pm

    Shedding heavy coats and seeing bright yellow daffodils and forsythia:)

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    Devon-Melanie Dougall says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:03 pm

    A Spring evening after a blustery, yet sunny day. Watching the full moon come up over the hill in the woods while listening to peepers all around in the marshes. And daffodils!

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    Jean DeSavage says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:07 pm

    After the long winter season battling seasonal affect disorder, the beautiful spring days are like the best medicine for me. To be able to be out in the garden, checking on the plants I started using your winter planting method and cleaning out winter’s debris, getting my beds ready for planting this year’s annuals gives my psyche the sense of freedom it has been craving over the whole winter!

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    Barbie says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:10 pm

    Keeping windows open, soft breezes on my face, and fresh flowers. My birthday’s in May and there are azaleas, snowballs, lilies of the valley, peonies to admire!

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    Jacquelyn Powers says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:14 pm

    I love the time of renewal and the flow of the seasons.

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    Joyce Van says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:20 pm

    Spring is the refreshing newness of everything coming to life again after the winter rest.

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    Susan Santoro says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:25 pm

    I love watching the earth come alive.

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    Vicki L Byrum says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:30 pm

    I love the green of spring and the promise of flowers as the bulbs emerge from their winter sleep.

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    Anne says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:34 pm

    I love the rebirth of Mother Earth. I actually like the clean up and weeding. I love to uncover plants from last year and always, always plant new flowers. Spring makes me happy and hopeful.

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    Playsindirt says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:34 pm

    I love the sun and the rain that only spring can bring.

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    Meryl J says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:38 pm

    Sure, I love the tulips and daffodils that emerge in spring. BUT I especially enjoy the seasonal recipes you always produce during the warm weather months!

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    Judy says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:40 pm

    I love seeing crocus peep through the snow!

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    Frederick Lange says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:41 pm

    When I close my eyes I can smell the scent of springs early freshness. How exciting it is to see bulbs emerging from the cool wet soil. I saw my first crocus and daffodils today.

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    Roxie Flynn says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:41 pm

    All the fresh new growth!

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    Sylvie from Montreal says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:50 pm

    I love the smell of the earth.

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    Susan says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:51 pm

    Happy 10th!

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    Sheryl says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:51 pm

    The potential! (The longer days, the softer ground, a whole summer ahead to potentially do ALL the things I want to do…)

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    Margo says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:52 pm

    The fresh air and the way the sheets smell after hanging outside on the line.

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    Maxine Thomas says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:53 pm

    Spring is one of the reasons that I live in Florida. The weather is wonderful and brings out all the new growth in the garden.

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    Barb says

    March 24, 2019 at 6:59 pm

    It’s time to get back into the garden

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    Evelyn says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:04 pm

    It’s time to get the garden going!

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    Pat says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:04 pm

    The world waking up again! Buds, sprouts and warmth! Xoxo

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    Melissa says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:05 pm

    I love; the warmer weather, starting my garden, everything coming back to life, the bright and cheerful colors, waking to birdsong, not having to search for my coat (or my child’s) before I can leave my house, opening the windows to air out the house and thunderstorms.

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    Sonja says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:09 pm

    I love to see the earth bring forth new life that almost immediately turns into beautiful blossoms on tulips, daffodils, and so many flowering trees.

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    Sonja says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:10 pm

    I love to see the earth bring forth new life that almost immediately turns into beautiful blossoms on tulips, daffodils, and so many flowering trees. (I guess great minds think alike. I did not post this earlier!) I also like the fact that the weather is warm and I can spend lots of time outside in my garden.

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    Laura Johnson says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:12 pm

    Planting my vegetable garden,

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    Mary says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:12 pm

    Spring is a beautiful awakening. I go out to find my lilacs budding with some leaves emerging. Everything is clean and fresh.

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    Michelle Tan says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:20 pm

    Daffodils and planting seeds

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    Porter Leggett says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:23 pm

    I love the colors that come back into my life! The vibrant greens show the others off to their best advantage.

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    susan morris says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:26 pm

    I am like a little kid when I see the very first signs of new growth peeking through the dirt, mulch, snow and then to watch the crocus unfold their beautiful dainty little flowers is just the best thing to put a smile on anyone’s face 🙂

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    Becky Payton says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:27 pm

    I love being back outside and in my yard. Even if it means pulling all the wild chives( thanks to my neighbor) . The first plants coming up in my little greenhouse.

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    Howard says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:30 pm

    How it becomes summer.

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    CECILIA says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:34 pm

    I love the smell of the air that comes with a spring shower. After a late and then brutal winter, the freshness and green of spring is so welcomed.

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    Karen Ennenga says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:37 pm

    I love all the green. I live in Northern California where soon enough it will be dry and brown again and will live in the fear of fires, but for now it is fresh and green and the mountains are topped in white. It is the most beautiful time of the year here :).

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    JE Robinson says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:37 pm

    It’s time to watch my plants emerge from the ground and for me to start my summer veggie garden.

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    Mardi mallin says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:39 pm

    I love the feel of the warmth of the spring sunshine. ( Even though winter is my favorite season! )

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    Margie Pierce says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:45 pm

    I love when my Lenten Rose’s push up new leaves and blooms at the very end of winter and in comes Spring!

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    Bejane says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:47 pm

    Spring is for longer walks with my corgi, looking for bunnies! Congrats on 10 years!

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    Susie Thompson says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:49 pm

    Watching my humming birds come back and drink from their beautiful new fountains and feeling the warm sun on my face and wild tulips all over Oregon. Snow storm here really wrecked our plants and trees. Lost a lot. Be glad when we can get things growing again. Hugs everyone and good luck.

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    Mary Kay Hudspeth says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:49 pm

    I love the daffodils!

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    Gini Nelson says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:51 pm

    I love how it’s time to start planning what to plant and all the new hopes of new life and growth that brings.

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    Sandra Kain says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:51 pm

    I love most the suns warmth, the anticipation of the fresh food which will soon to be a daily blessing and opening the windows !!!!!!

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    Dianne says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:54 pm

    Nature unfolding.

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    Pat says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:54 pm

    Peas!

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    Rose says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:54 pm

    You! And your blogaversary!!!

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    RUTH says

    March 24, 2019 at 7:57 pm

    Happy anniversary! I always feel like I am coming alive in spring. I love watching things grow and the birds.

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    Kathy says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:05 pm

    Happy Blogiversary! Kevin—thanks for all your wit & wisdom and all the recipes. Here’s to wishing you all the best and another fun 10 yrs!

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    Kerri says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:08 pm

    The spring in my step as I feel the sun on my skin and thewarmer weather creeping into the days. Birds are nesting and singing, flowers and trees are budding. This is the favorite time of the year

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    Sandra says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:08 pm

    Snowdrops, then crocus (crocii?), then daffodils, all in quick sequence as I breathe in that fresh smelling new growth and fragrance, letting me know that spring has arrived.

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    Julia Cook says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:08 pm

    Crisp fresh spring air and the greening of everything 🙂

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    Mary Elafandi says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:11 pm

    The smell of the ground thawing, and the sight of Spring flowers poking their noses out of the ground

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    Toni O'Brien says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:16 pm

    What I love about spring: the sounds, sights and feel of the bursting forth and the newness of life; the warm beckoning of Mother Nature to feel the love and life around us.

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    Mary Masseth says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:21 pm

    Spring is an awakening. The critters are waking up. The days are bright. Everything is budding and the air smells fresh. Perfect.

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    Wallace & Nancy Braud says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:22 pm

    Getting back out in the yard to help tend the garden and watching all the new life burst forth!!! Happy Blogiversary !!

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    Kathy G says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:35 pm

    The blue bonnets that spring up all over in Texas!!!!

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    Laura says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:38 pm

    I use to live in New York State but now reside in Georgia. Spring comes much earlier in Georgia. The cherry trees just bloomed last week and they are so beautiful with their pink petals. I always look forward to them because then we know that the warmer weather is just around the corner.

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    Debby Haney says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:40 pm

    The mild temps, warmth of the sun, and flowers!

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    Eileen Hood says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:47 pm

    Color! I love seeing the crocuses, daffodils, tulips and hyathinths – one of the first signs of spring. The trees have buds on them and just that little hint of green! The flowering trees with their beautiful color of pink or white or red! I have to say, what I like most of spring is color….and the smell!!!

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    cher says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:47 pm

    The gentle, warming breezes. The grass greening. The birds getting their brightly colored feathers! EVERYTHING Spring!

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    Shawna Adam says

    March 24, 2019 at 8:52 pm

    The flowers are coming out. The misty, crisp mornings

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    Kathy Ennis says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:02 pm

    My favorite thing about Spring is my anniversary (March 23) and my birthday (May 11). Couldn’t ask for a better, more symbolic time of the year to be married or to “begin” each new year of my life!! i was married 40 yrs this week and will be 70 yrs old in May. Milestones all around!!! Love your blog.

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    Mary-Anne says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:04 pm

    The green grass and budding trees. The promise of new life 🙂

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    Maryann F. says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:10 pm

    Spring is hope for another good year, you don’t know whats in store.

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    Renee G says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:12 pm

    I love digging out my seeds and garden catalogs and dreaming of my summertime garden.

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    SHARON H. says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:15 pm

    I live on Florida’s intercostal and within walking distance to the gulf of Mexico beaches… the first day of Spring is really just a date on the calendar. We all know it is “season” because the snowbirds and Spring breakers descend on our area to enjoy all that we enjoy year round… sunshine,sandy beaches,fishing, golf and good restaurants. It’s good for our economy, but sometimes crowded with a lot more traffic…. We know it will slow down after Easter and the month of May is a favorite for Florida residents before the summer vacationers start coming down. That is why I enjoy your blog and all the pictures of your beautiful gardens and wonderful recipes.It’s an escape… keep up the good work, Kevin!

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    BJ Foster says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:39 pm

    I love the earlier mornings, waking up to the sun peeking in the window. Most of all I love the flowers!

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    BJ Foster says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:41 pm

    I love the earlier mornings, waking up to the sun peeking in the window. Most of all I love the flowers!
    This is my first comment but your manager says it’s a duplicate. Sigh

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    Jean Polkoski says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:41 pm

    It smells so good! I get to cut back all of the “winter interest” stuff I left last Fall and start with a clean slate, it is so refreshing. I have 100 baby maple trees coming (I know, it was 50% off, so I couldn’t resist). The seeds are in my kitchen under lights and are starting to grow. This is such an exciting time!

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    Willow says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:44 pm

    Love the fresh air smell, sounds of the birds and flowers starting to come up.

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    Keila says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:47 pm

    What’s not to love about spring?!?! Flowers are starting to bloom, warmer weather, longer days, riding motorcycles, family cookouts, playing outside with our 4 precious fur babies, and the list goes on and on…
    Happy blogiversary, Kevin! 10 years, wow, what an awesome accomplishment! Congratulations!

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    Lynn says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:50 pm

    All of the spring birds and starting my garden.

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    Susan H says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:50 pm

    I love that I can finally start working in the garden to realize all the plans I made when it was sooooo cold. And sitting (shivering in my coat) on the porch because it’s just so beautiful outside. And the birds of course 🙂

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    Pam says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:50 pm

    The daffodils -the first to arrive in my yard, and the cheeriest. Also, good old-fashioned spring cleaning with the windows open and fresh air coming in.

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    Liza Kilcoyne says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:55 pm

    The longer days and warm sunshine ☀️!!!

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    Lori says

    March 24, 2019 at 9:58 pm

    I LOVE watching for all the signs of spring. They actually begin in January if you watch close enough. But my favorites is watching for all the birds to come back and planting by the stages of the lilacs. Do you suppose that’s why so many farms have lilacs on them? The immigrants brought them over so they’d know to plant during the different stages of the lilac shrub? Or that’s my theory…..

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    Sue Lefeber says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:01 pm

    The birds!

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    Grazyna Kirsch says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:13 pm

    Looking for signs of what has survived a harsh Maine winter. The snow just melted (not all of it) and daffodils are picking out from the ground. Red-winged blackbirds came back, and robins, too.
    Now I now that spring is coming.

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    Betty says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:21 pm

    I love it when all the snow melts and you see the sprigs of green popping from the ground of crocuses ready to come up and say “spring is here”.

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    Annmarie Guenther says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:22 pm

    The fresh smell of the air after the first spring rain!

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    Jami Mclaughlin says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:22 pm

    I could say I love the flowers best, the colors, the start of trips to the beach on weekends, my son’s birthday party planning, Easter, our local festivals, all of the outside time with longer days… but my favorite thing is my flip flops are coming out! (Well, ok, second to my fourth child being an April baby, haha!)

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    Igor says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:22 pm

    Sunshine…..

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    Debi says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:25 pm

    I love when Spring has truly sprung and the tulips start pushing up in time for Easter. Keep feeding us wonderful recipes Kevin. Thank you

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    Anita says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:29 pm

    Spring is so wonderful with the peepers and singing birds. Today I cut daffodils and enjoyed creating arrangements for our home. Spring is a time of renewal and the celebration of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

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    Lay Kowalyk says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:33 pm

    What’s not to like. I love seeing the grass green up, I love seeing the flowers starting to pop out of the ground and beginning to bloom, I love to see all the trees budding out.

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    Valerie C. says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:34 pm

    I love taking the pup to the park again. She’s a Maltese and snow is not her cup of tea 🙂

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    Charlotte Kuehl says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:34 pm

    Hi I love Spring because everything is coming up new , green and all the birds are coming back and I love the smell of Spring & we are finally rid of SNOW here in Canada And the Green Mixer well it will work great in my kitchen to make all your great recipes Kevin Have my fingers crossed . Charlotte from Canada

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    Diana says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:37 pm

    Spring is all about new life! I love seeing the new growth, beautiful flowers and baby birds and animals.

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    Karen says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:40 pm

    Hi Kevin!

    I love hearing the birds in the morning and the peepers at night. Spring is my favorite season!

    Karen

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    Barb says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:54 pm

    Gardening and horseback riding

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    nancy says

    March 24, 2019 at 10:59 pm

    I love the brighter, longer days and the green buds popping out, I feel fresh and alive!

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    Mickey C says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:06 pm

    I love the fragrance of sweet, fresh air coming in my window at night. I also love to see my father’s daffodils coming up, he is gone but not his lovely flowers.

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    Annette says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:12 pm

    I’m looking forward to working outside, sprucing up the front of my house and flower beds.

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    Margaret says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:22 pm

    I love Spring flowers, trees budding, birds singing and the long bright evenings.

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    Kathleen Forrest says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:28 pm

    I love the return of the songbirds to Eastern NC. I ❤️The trees in bloom, the warmer days and peepers at night. I love the longer daylight hours, cleaning the yard from its winter sleep, beach days, flowers, bees and butterflies.

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    Terry Cox says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:28 pm

    The birds and baby animals come out to visit.

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    Deborah Gordin says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:29 pm

    I love to get out in the backyard and dig in the dirt, go to the nursery and see what kind of tomato plants are available this year, plant the garden and clean up all my potted plants! I love to bring home new plants to add color and brighten up the yard!

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    Judi Oldridge says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:30 pm

    I love to watch the world waking back up in the spring, listening to the birds singing again, and seeing the green shoots of new plants coming out….

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    Liz says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:41 pm

    I love to see the snow disappear and the buds coming out on the trees…to hear and see all the birds again…springtime!!!

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    Dana Hutchinson says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:54 pm

    I love seeing the Robin’s here in Michigan, that’s how I truly know Spring has sprung. Then there are all the new blooms that are sneaking up to sprout there posies!

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    Mary says

    March 24, 2019 at 11:58 pm

    Everything, including me, awakes. Fresh air, sunshine, birds and new growth. And the street rod comes out of hibernation:)

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    Judy says

    March 25, 2019 at 12:07 am

    The return of hummingbirds ,gardening ,and the windows open to let in fresh air.

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    BJ Lapointe says

    March 25, 2019 at 12:08 am

    I love spring because I get out of the house, work in my garden and yard and reconnect with the earth, the outside world and especially my neighbours. I spent today in my garden, getting the earth ready for planting. Although I’m stiff and sore I’m so happy to be smelling and experiencing spring at the beginning and getting ready for time with friends and neighbours in our garden. It’s my favorite time of the year.

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    BJ says

    March 25, 2019 at 12:09 am

    I love spring because I get out of the house, work in my garden and yard and reconnect with the earth, the outside world and especially my neighbours. I spent today in my garden, getting the earth ready for planting. Although I’m stiff and sore I’m so happy to be smelling and experiencing spring at the beginning and getting ready for time with friends and neighbours in our garden. It’s my favorite time of the year.

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    Carol says

    March 25, 2019 at 12:15 am

    Sunshine! (We live in the gloomy Pacific Northwest!)

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    Kathyf says

    March 25, 2019 at 12:24 am

    The awakening

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    Kathy says

    March 25, 2019 at 12:25 am

    The awakening world l

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    Bonnie says

    March 25, 2019 at 12:31 am

    It is a joy to watch the LORDS work , as you can see with a blink of an eye how things are different. When you open your eye’s things are changing. Just love spring time.

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    Bev says

    March 25, 2019 at 12:35 am

    After the long, hard winter that we have had, it is so good to see the green shoots of the crocus and daffodils pushing upward. Congrats on your big anniversary.

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    Carol says

    March 25, 2019 at 1:04 am

    Cool temps, not yet hot!

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    Pősze Andrea says

    March 25, 2019 at 1:08 am

    Warmer weather, little buds on the trees, flowers

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    Linda A says

    March 25, 2019 at 1:47 am

    I love a Spring rain and the fresh air it brings. And the sunny blue-sky days.
    I notice the pansies in my pots on the deck, that to my surprise, actually made it through the winter. Were they there all this time?

    I want to get out and walk. And plant seeds by your “winter sowing” method. (OK, so I’m a little late. I think maybe it will still work.)

    Bright yellow daffodils popping up all over town, waving in the wind saying, “see deer-friends, we like you but we’re not your lunch.”

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    Leila says

    March 25, 2019 at 2:15 am

    Longer days and new growth!

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    Sue says

    March 25, 2019 at 2:15 am

    Happy 10th Blogiversary! Robins and tulips!

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    Trish says

    March 25, 2019 at 3:30 am

    Temperatures above freezing. (This is the third time I’ve tried, hopefully my comment will post this time!)

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    Debra Honeyford says

    March 25, 2019 at 5:10 am

    Flowers

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    N. MacGregor says

    March 25, 2019 at 5:36 am

    Just a few reasons why I can’t wait for spring to finally arrive along with why I enjoy spring as follows:
    – the arrival of spring signals the end of cold weather, snow and wearing bulky coats and boots
    – the arrival of spring signals the birth of new “things” to come – such as warm weather, the return of birds and their nests full of new babies, planting and growing my garden and enjoying its bounty. Also, the luxury of being able to wear seasonal/warm weather clothing.

    That’s all for now, Nancy

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    Georgette says

    March 25, 2019 at 6:05 am

    Finally being able to sit outside in the morning and watch everything waking up.

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    PW says

    March 25, 2019 at 6:06 am

    I love spring!!!! The sun finally warming my bones after long cold rainy winter down here in the south!!! The trees budding and time to plant all these beautiful flowers again!!!

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    Sandy B says

    March 25, 2019 at 6:38 am

    The promise of renewal.

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    Leslie says

    March 25, 2019 at 7:08 am

    That morning when you find the first crocus of the year!

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    Lakiesha Mitchell says

    March 25, 2019 at 7:12 am

    I love how I get to celebrate my birthday! PI baby Yay!

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    Linda Cramp says

    March 25, 2019 at 7:16 am

    I love the trees as each one blooms! I love the bulbs popping up- first the crocus, then the daffodils, then the tulips. I love the tweet of all the birds. i love my seedlings peeking out of their pots and growing. I love the promise of new new new and the smell of the soil!

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    Doreen Benschop says

    March 25, 2019 at 7:26 am

    The taste of fresh free range chicken eggs!!! When the daylight hours lengthen, my girls begin laying again. Yummy

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    Shirley A Acker says

    March 25, 2019 at 7:34 am

    I see the daffodils peeking out!

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    Jackie Abend says

    March 25, 2019 at 8:12 am

    My favorite part of spring is all the new life from plants sprouting to animals giving birth. Spring is amazing.

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    Lourdes Fay says

    March 25, 2019 at 8:24 am

    Renewal! Everything coming back to life after a long dreary winter. And the first day “yardening”!!!

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    Carla T says

    March 25, 2019 at 8:27 am

    The dates, since the drawing is Tuesday/Monday

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    June says

    March 25, 2019 at 8:32 am

    My favorite part of spring is the rebirth of the garden, the flowers appear, the birds and animals are alive with life and song, the warm sunshine defrosting the earth. And of course the smell of the spring air. I just love spring.

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    Sue R. says

    March 25, 2019 at 8:35 am

    After the long, cold, snowy winter we had in Iowa, I love the spring air, and the longer days!

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    Debbie Burley says

    March 25, 2019 at 8:42 am

    My favorite part of spring is the end (hopefully) of snow but then the return to fresh warm air and spring flowers come in at a very close second!

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    Catherine Louise says

    March 25, 2019 at 8:44 am

    Anxiously awaiting the peep of new buds. Listening for the songs of Spring from our fine feathered friends. Happy 10th Blogiversary and Many More to come. Thank you !!

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    Kirsten says

    March 25, 2019 at 8:56 am

    I love the lilacs!! That’s my spring!!‍

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    Beverley Gotinsky says

    March 25, 2019 at 8:58 am

    Spring is a long awaited and lovely reawakening. Congrats on your 10th Blogiversary!

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    Charlotte Mason says

    March 25, 2019 at 9:02 am

    Once I hear the peepers I know spring is just around the corner. Love the longer days and the daffodils too.

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    Irene Jones says

    March 25, 2019 at 9:02 am

    I love going out to buy my first batch of flowers every Spring. What strikes me always is seeing hope and anticipation on everyone’s faces as they bend down to inspect everything. The earthy smells and brighter colors are breathtaking after winter. Spring gardening is all about joyful hope.

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    Elaine says

    March 25, 2019 at 9:17 am

    flowers, warm weather, persimmon tree blooming and fig tree blooming and satsuma tree blooming and azaleas blooming

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    Pat says

    March 25, 2019 at 9:18 am

    I love seeing the first Robin appear on my lawn and waking up to the birds singing.

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    Donna Cherba says

    March 25, 2019 at 9:19 am

    Daffodils of course!

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    Christy says

    March 25, 2019 at 9:20 am

    The spring migration of birds. I’ll miss our winter visitors, but this is the one time of year we may reliably see a Baltimore Oriole heading back north. This time last year is when we saw the first hummingbird in the azaleas.

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    Kristi says

    March 25, 2019 at 9:35 am

    With Spring comes potential. Every year I anticipate that this will be the best year ever. Best garden, best summer and then starts the work to make it happen!

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    Linda Bingham says

    March 25, 2019 at 9:51 am

    The beautiful flowers emerging all around me. The lovely sound of the birds singing. The warmer, sunny weather. The green pastures.

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    Maureen Tripp says

    March 25, 2019 at 9:52 am

    The sights and sounds of the songbird migration! And finding the tiny shoots of bulbs working their way upward.

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    Ali says

    March 25, 2019 at 10:07 am

    The flowers and trees blooming and knowing that summer is just around the corner.

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    Jacqueline Tassell says

    March 25, 2019 at 10:16 am

    Spring is the season of new beginnings. Fresh buds bloom, animals awaken and the earth seems to come to life again

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    Jacqueline Tassel says

    March 25, 2019 at 10:17 am

    Spring is the season of new beginnings. Fresh buds bloom, animals awaken and the earth seems to come to life again

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    Linda Strangio says

    March 25, 2019 at 10:22 am

    I love everything about Spring!

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    Mariska L says

    March 25, 2019 at 10:29 am

    Ah, Spring, there is such a freshness to it. The first sign of a crocus popping out of the ground. The first buds appearing on the Quince and Forsythia bushes just asking me to come in and be forced into bloom. My world is waking up again. There is yet another another chance to start anew and I wholeheartedly welcome the opportunity.
    Happy Spring to everyone!

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    Tamara Duke says

    March 25, 2019 at 10:58 am

    Spring has sprung here in New Brunswick, Canada…bring a change in the birds at the feeders, colors all around, as well a the chance to get outside. Spring is the promise of things to come…I love spring!

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    Vicki says

    March 25, 2019 at 10:59 am

    It’s gardening time once again….what a great time of the year!

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    sabrina says

    March 25, 2019 at 11:04 am

    Lilacs and rain, white cotton sheets and wide open windows.

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    Vicki says

    March 25, 2019 at 11:05 am

    Kevin….I think that you got the date wrong. Tuesday is March 26th. Thanks for all the great recipes. I love the spring so I can start planning my flower and vegetable gardening ideas.

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    Julie R says

    March 25, 2019 at 11:09 am

    All of the new life that happens this time of year, from birds chirping again, to trees bursting in bloom and readying the gardens. Its’ all good. Happy spring !

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    Deborah says

    March 25, 2019 at 11:14 am

    I love all the flowers that are either blooming or showing signs of growth for the new year!
    Can’t wait to get digging in the dirt! 🙂

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    Deborah says

    March 25, 2019 at 11:21 am

    Hi Kevin,

    I just entered the mixer drawing but I wanted you to know that the dates are incorrect. Sunday was March 24th., and Monday is March 25th., I pray that I will still be eligible for this drawing!

    Many thanks,
    Deborah

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    Juliana Feener-Craig says

    March 25, 2019 at 11:29 am

    I love the daffodils in bloom and the smell of warming earth. Everything is waking up!

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    Angie says

    March 25, 2019 at 11:31 am

    I love everything about Spring! Sunshine, longer and warmer days, new life, digging in the dirt, so much color!!

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    Susan says

    March 25, 2019 at 11:41 am

    I love the flowering trees, most of all. We have so many where I live & though I no longer have a garden (sadly), I am inspired just looking out the window. Happy spring!

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    Kate S says

    March 25, 2019 at 11:45 am

    Color! All the color! FINALLY!

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    Lisa Eldred Steinkopf says

    March 25, 2019 at 11:46 am

    I love the calls of the red wing blackbirds, the robins returning, and the smell of the fresh soil. I know spring is almost here when my winter aconites bloom and the crocus foliage appears.

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    Tia Carney says

    March 25, 2019 at 11:46 am

    I love the fresh beginnings that Spring brings! After being cooped up all winter it is great to be out in the fresh air sorting through all that winter has left behind. Cleaning flower beds to discover the first seedlings popping through the dirt is great! Spring renews everything!
    Happy Spring Kevin and family!
    Tia in Ohio

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    Joan Cockrill says

    March 25, 2019 at 11:50 am

    What I love about spring – hearing the peepers at dusk and not having to wear a winter coat. I sure hope I’m not too late to enter! Looking at my calendar, Monday is the 25th and Tuesday is the 26th – hope that you really mean that the drawing is Tuesday!

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    Vilma says

    March 25, 2019 at 11:55 am

    Spring green, the color. The short window of time we’re allowed to enjoy that almost lime green color while the temperatures are mild and delightful.

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    Victoria Rose says

    March 25, 2019 at 12:10 pm

    Jasmine on the air, lizards out for their first bask, birds reveling in the long, lost rain
    And my cat waiting to pounce.

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    Mary says

    March 25, 2019 at 12:11 pm

    What isn’t there to love about spring? Birds are singing and chirping again. The trees are budding, the days are getting warmer and longer which means it’s closer to gardening season. The fresh smell after a spring rain, however here in the midwest, rain is the last thing we need. It is an awakening of nature from a long, long winter.

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    Celeste says

    March 25, 2019 at 12:28 pm

    I love seeing the first green sprouts pop out of the snow.

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    Colleen says

    March 25, 2019 at 12:32 pm

    There is so much that I like about Spring.
    —blooming of daffodils and tulips
    —hearing the Peepers singing (heard them yesterday)
    —the birds singing
    —the warmer days—but not hot like summer
    —everything has that ‘fresh’ appearance

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    Diane Manko-Cliff says

    March 25, 2019 at 12:47 pm

    I love hearing the birds first thing in the morning when i take the dogs out. Also, seeing the first tips of daffodils and other Spring plants. The air smells fresh.

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    Sheron Bradley says

    March 25, 2019 at 12:58 pm

    Daffodils! And no more cold weather for a while!

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    Yvonne says

    March 25, 2019 at 1:05 pm

    The warmth of the Sun!

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    Elizabeth Wiggins says

    March 25, 2019 at 1:47 pm

    I love the warming weather for gardening, and more visiting with friends.

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    Carla says

    March 25, 2019 at 1:58 pm

    I would love this beautiful green mixer. I regret buying the boring white one when I bought my KitchenAid.

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    Janet M Kennedy says

    March 25, 2019 at 2:10 pm

    JAN FROM MA.
    PLANNING VEG. GARDEN AND STARTING SEEDS

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    Christina says

    March 25, 2019 at 2:20 pm

    I love that the days are getting longer and slowly, but surely things are turning green.

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    Brenda says

    March 25, 2019 at 2:24 pm

    I love the sun and showers instead of the steady grey typical of a NW winter, as well as all the emerging green shoots and delicate early flowers. Happy anniversary from a new reader. I love reading about your old house and its quirks — and have successfully tried many of your recipes. Thank you.

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    Shirley Horton says

    March 25, 2019 at 2:27 pm

    The first BLOOMS !!

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    A Kuch says

    March 25, 2019 at 2:39 pm

    Warmer weather, no heavy jackets, windows open, gentle breezes and COLOR everywhere!! No more gray days….yippee!

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    Regina D'Amico says

    March 25, 2019 at 2:39 pm

    Hi Kevin. I love spring because once more I feel energized to get out and plant! Every year I say no more flower beds, because it is getting difficult to manage all the ones I already have, but I always seem to find somewhere to squeeze in one more. And my milk jug planters are awaiting one of those flower beds. Happy plantings.

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    Jane Gillespie says

    March 25, 2019 at 3:08 pm

    Look forward to start planning my garden!!!

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    Valerie says

    March 25, 2019 at 3:20 pm

    I love the warmth of spring time and the sunshine. I feel like I’m waking up from the winter and reawakeming from a bear like hibernation and eve4ything is all new again.

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    Maria says

    March 25, 2019 at 3:32 pm

    Kevin your blog has been my companion and teacher every Sunday for many years! I am going to miss receiving your blog and I already signed for the updates .. I thank you for your wonderful advise on many subjects, my life has been enriched by them. Kevin, I wish you a beautiful life!

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    Kevin Nikolish says

    March 25, 2019 at 3:33 pm

    being outside in the garden in the Sun

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    Jeanne says

    March 25, 2019 at 4:17 pm

    My favorite thing about spring is the first bit of green poking up from tbe dirt. In my case it is the bright green ramps in the wooded part of our yard. Our ancestors must have sighed with relief to see greenery and know they survived a long winter.

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    Leisa Joan says

    March 25, 2019 at 4:19 pm

    I love the fresh air & my sunroom!

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    Debbie says

    March 25, 2019 at 4:27 pm

    I love all the flowers that are popping up in the flower beds – especially the ones I haven’t planted!

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    Susan says

    March 25, 2019 at 4:30 pm

    Spring is the time to start planning the garden!

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    Blanche says

    March 25, 2019 at 4:44 pm

    This mixer is the perfect color to celebrate the arrival of spring!

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    Marie Nilles says

    March 25, 2019 at 4:54 pm

    I love seeing the first yellow crocus coming up and blooming, sometimes right through the snow.

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    Alouette Fisher says

    March 25, 2019 at 4:57 pm

    Lilacs in bloom!

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    Fran Townsend says

    March 25, 2019 at 5:20 pm

    Green has always been my my favorite color because of all the beautiful shades in early Spring. So fresh and clean. .

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    Linda Pearson says

    March 25, 2019 at 5:25 pm

    The winter coats going into storage! Lighter clothing coming out of hiding.

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    Barb Morgan says

    March 25, 2019 at 5:31 pm

    Setting up the patio and waiting for the perennials to come to life!

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    Valerie H says

    March 25, 2019 at 5:43 pm

    I am loving seeing those sweet little hummingbirds again!! 🙂

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    Maura McGarrigle says

    March 25, 2019 at 5:46 pm

    My garden is my spring and summer hobby. We have such a long winter in Alberta that I am crazy for the snow to melt and the good weather so I can get working in my garden. I have 2 raised planters and a ground level garden also.

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    Sue Strong says

    March 25, 2019 at 6:26 pm

    Simple – at 70 years old, i’m Still in awe of the miracle of new life.

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    Amanda says

    March 25, 2019 at 6:34 pm

    Happy 10th! I’m eagerly awaiting more springlike weather while waiting for the snow to melt. I will soon be uncovering strawberries (waiting for nighttime temperatures above freezing) and getting my hands dirty again. Looking forward to it.

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    Meryl O says

    March 25, 2019 at 6:40 pm

    First of all it brings my birthday, but also I love the greenery, longer days, fresh smells, outside weather and the start of the bountiful produce season. Pretty much everything!

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    Jean says

    March 25, 2019 at 6:41 pm

    In New England just being out and hearing the birds sing.

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    Susan Jung says

    March 25, 2019 at 7:00 pm

    Watching my yard wake up from it’s winter slumber. Daffodils, iris, redbud, mountain laurel and the wildflowers greet me for another year of enjoyment. Sitting out on the patio and hearing and seeing the geese fly north and watching the birds build new nests to raise their families. Baking a strawberry-rhubarb pie and using the new KA mixer to create other spring baked goodies (cupcakes and cookies, anyone?) Thank you, Kevin, for your generous give-away. Happy Spring to you!

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    Patti says

    March 25, 2019 at 7:11 pm

    I love all the different shades of green.

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    Barbara McIntyre says

    March 25, 2019 at 7:54 pm

    The first scent of hyacinths. They always mean Easter and Spring to me!

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    Rosemarie Nelson says

    March 25, 2019 at 8:13 pm

    I love working in the yard, sunshine and long days.

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    Nadia says

    March 25, 2019 at 8:22 pm

    The Sunlight in the melting of the snow. It’s a time of birth and renewal.

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    Linda Desnoyers says

    March 25, 2019 at 9:12 pm

    I love the smell of spring flowers blooming, the sound of birds singing and the sight of the earth awakening in a sea of green.

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    Jeanne Dwyer says

    March 25, 2019 at 9:38 pm

    I love the sound of the peepers and the tree frogs as Spring warms the nights.

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    Bonnie says

    March 25, 2019 at 9:46 pm

    Sun, seeds, plants, outside, fruit trees blooming and life

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    Deborah A Cunefare says

    March 25, 2019 at 10:33 pm

    Chives have sprung up in the garden margins – it’s time to start planting.

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    DREW TAYLOR says

    March 25, 2019 at 11:22 pm

    For me…the best part of Spring is watching the sweet, little voles and field mice wander outside their winter lairs for some sun… and get suddenly carried away in the talons of an owl or hawk! Nothing like that high-pitched squeeeeeeel as they fly off.

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    Leah says

    March 25, 2019 at 11:47 pm

    Being able to get my hands dirty in the garden soil.

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    Elfrieda T. says

    March 26, 2019 at 12:13 am

    It’s warming up and the Orange Jasmine Tree has already bloomed and right beside it, the Sweet Almond Tree. Those perfumes are intoxicating. This is the time when I get my hanging baskets in order; spruced up or create new ones. Alyssum from last January is still growing and I love using that with Ivy Geraniums and Creeping Jenny. Lots of color will be predominate in my garden again.

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    Donna M says

    March 26, 2019 at 3:02 am

    The flowers and seeing the sun!

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    Jennifer says

    March 26, 2019 at 8:25 am

    First the Robin.

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    geralyn culhane says

    March 26, 2019 at 9:03 am

    Lot’s less traffic!
    Snowbirds going home..

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    Denise Ryan says

    March 26, 2019 at 7:09 pm

    spring makes me want to drink and dance(in that order)

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    Ruth says

    March 27, 2019 at 12:23 am

    Everything, from the Cherry Orchard that I see from my back door and finally being warm outside.

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    Susan Overberger says

    March 27, 2019 at 8:07 am

    What I love about Spring is the hope and enthusiasm is gives me. My seed catalogs are all over the place and I have drawn all sorts of plans for the gardens. It doesn’t matter if I’m over-reaching; right now, in this minute, I think I can do it all. Love to you on your Anniversary and thank you for all your wonderful ideas and laughter.

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    Joe A. Allen says

    March 27, 2019 at 6:18 pm

    Hey Kevin, I can do random and I like the color green.

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    Becky Pickering says

    March 28, 2019 at 11:21 am

    My favorite thing about Spring is watching everything turn green! Watching the flower bulbs start to peek their little heads through the soil trying to see the sunshine after a long winter’s nap!

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    Denise Atkinson says

    March 29, 2019 at 10:57 am

    A lovely, gentle, Spring shower!

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    Johnnie Lee Senn-Graves says

    March 29, 2019 at 7:15 pm

    Thunder storms

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