Weather or Not
As the Season looms before us, we can take heart that Mother
Nature has left us in no doubt about who is in charge. April's
snowy blast and ice-packing east winds were a keen reminder that
despite what power we humans may think we possess, there are still
times when all we can do is lie in the snow and make angels. Planes
grounded. Boats being rammed by other boats. Dogs and cats sleeping
together. It was madness.
May promises none of the above. May promises slightly below average
temperatures and a bit more rain than is necessary, but overall
one real nice month. Buds on trees will be popping; flowers will
be blooming. And those ugly little mushrooms will be twisting
out of the ground and calling my name. This year I harbor no designs
to sneak up on the elusive morel. Instead, dressed in chef's whites,
I intend to chase them through the woods armed with a black iron
skillet and a stick of butter. Enjoy the sun's return and happy
hunting.
–Liam Racine
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