Today, I'm supposed to be doing critiques and revising a story for class, but the Avoidance Principle is strong. I decide to take my camera and walk around the yard and see what spring is up to. First, a sure sign that the winter is over: an election sign and a covered wood pile.

Right above is the jasmine. I can smell it from the door.

I have no idea what this spidery flower is but it's on a tree, and intriguing.

And of course, the azaleas.

We're expecting freezing temperatures later this week, but today everything feels new.