The swing back to warmer weather is slowly but surely underway. Nature is taking its cues from the sun’s return to the north; as you can see in the photo, the shift is dramatic. Back in late December, the sun rose well to the south, tucked to the right of the farm. Before long, that sunrise will move out of our direct view entirely until next fall.
Along with the shifting light, the days are getting noticeably longer. We’re currently enjoying ten and a half hours of daylight, gaining about three minutes every single day. The deep, bone-chilling cold of late January is officially a memory.
Finding a New Rhythm
I’ve noticed the change most at the woodpile. I’m only filling the indoor wood boxes a few times a week now, rather than every day, and the stoves no longer require constant feeding. It’s funny how fueling the fire becomes a reflex; lately, I’ve caught myself tossing in a log out of habit, only to end up with a house that’s much too warm for comfort!
Looking Ahead
While spring is still a ways off, I’m already prepping for the coming season on the water (once the ice decides to leave, of course). I’ve spent a good portion of the winter streamlining my office equipment and procedures. My goal was to make things easier for both of us, and the slower pace of winter reservations provided the perfect window to get that done.
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