Letters To Nature in New England

1/31/12
Dear Spring,
I smelled you in the air today, but I know you're still far away. Please don't trick to flora into budding early. I really would like to have fresh blueberries and apples this summer.
Kindly,
Me

1/28/12
Dear Winter,
I have mixed feelings about these 45 degree days - on the one hand, Ollie and I can take walks and hikes, but I think I'd rather be sledding (we can hike and walk in the spring).
Thanks,
Me