Despite the cold and gloom, we are quietly inching our way along. The daffodils have stretched up and out of their winter sleep, and the robins are hopping about in search of snacks in record numbers. Our pansies are staunchly blooming away,the grass has turned green once again, and the calendar tells me that Mother's Day, that full-on spring-time holiday, is fast approaching. All signs to the contrary, we are full of spring spirit in the shop, and ready for the weather to take a warmer turn. Suddenly we won't need our coats and umbrellas, we'll be searching for our sun glasses, sun hats and sun screen. We'll trade our purses for light weight totes, and tuck a fun beach book inside. The grill will be used more nights than not, and an ice-cold lemonade will sound ever so much more refreshing than another cup of coffee. So while the gray skies and chilly dampness might suggest otherwise, don't despair. Spring is quietly slipping in around us--with just a whisper this year, not a shout, but it will not skip its turn...
