Yes, we journeyed again to the north woods this weekend with the weather taking us on a rollercoaster ride. Only shirt sleeves needed the first day. Perfect for pushing in our dock, soaking up warmth. But overnight the frogs went from a full-throated chorus to "save your energy" quiet. The next morning brought wind and snow on the coattails of plummeting temperatures.
The sudden change reminded me of an April in the Cities a few years back when a crabapple tree set to bloom, failed to do so.
April Fool
Rosy shafts of surprise
skim the soft wood
of an apple tree.
Its arms caught
with a sunrise of snow
blushing deeply.
A heartbreak color
embraced
where blossoms should be.
Marilyn Aschoff Mellor
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