Spring has Sprung

Finally, the long awaited Spring is here in Alabama. The weather is great; lots of sunshine and 70-80 degree days. Today it almost got up to 90 degrees.

However, this spring is unusual. Normally at this time I would have seen a multitude of Golden Finches at the feeder, but have only seen one or two. Also, by now I would have had Blue birds nesting in my bird houses but I haven't seen any yet. Hummers are usually at the nectar feeder but none so far. Very puzzling.

I have increased my activities but carefully due to current medical situation. On the weekend, I planted some more onions and cherry tomatoes (sweet 100's) in my garden. Last year the tomato plants did not grow to well and I did not get any fruit due to insufficient sunlight from all the trees (I think). I thought I would try it one more time.

I also fired up the bass boat and got it ready for the upcoming fishing derby with some of my children. It was so nice out Sunday evening I even tried a little fishing. It has been months since I have been out. Luckily, my right arm is not my casting arm. I put on a life vest because I knew I couldn't swim very good with only one arm. Then I put on the right shoulder sling over the vest. What a sight! I bet people wondered what the heck was going on.

Anyway, I caught a nice 2.5 pound bass in one of my favorite fishing spots. It was a little challenging to get the bass in the boat and un-hooked with only one hand but I managed. That topped off the evening for me.

I forgot to mention in a previous blog that my company sent me a big lunch box full of fruit and tasty crackers when I was seriously ill. Here is a picture of it.

Looking forward to visits from my family and more fishing.