In the cherry blossom's shade
there's no such thing
as a stranger.

-- Issa

Northamptoners are all smiles today. The Herrell's line is out the door. We know there will be sleet tonight and rain tomorrow, but that's what makes the flowers grow.

The white hyacinth is blooming! That sounds like code for something. "The white hyacinth is blooming. She's on the move." Maybe it is. Maybe I am.